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Is This Job a Trick or Treat?
If you're looking online for jobs don't get baited into applying for a loosely worded job description. There's a number of reasons you avoid certain postings. Make sure you fully understand what is being asked of you and that you're qualified and interested in performing the listed activities.

If there are any questions in your mind, make sure you address them in full during the interview. If a job sounds too good to be true, it likely is!

Listen to today's episode to find out some of the red flags and download our free guide to see even more. 

Chapters
[01:56]
Watch out for vague job descriptions - you may not fully understand what you're applying to.

[04:50]
The days of using a generic resume to apply for job postings are long gone. You need a job-targeted resume!

[06:12]
If you're interested in earning more, be careful if perks or bonuses are loosely mentioned.

[06:54]
Watch out for broad salary ranges mentioning "earn up to".

[09:00]
If you apply and get the interview make sure you come armed with questions - it's your responsibility to understand their expectations and your starting base salary.

[10:40]
Visit our website and grab this episode's free download. It covers online job description warning flags covered today and more!

[11:21]
The story behind today's episode - one of our Resume Master Class students had a questionable experience with job hunting online.

Mentioned Links
Free Download - Red Flags to Avoid In Job Postings
Craig Ancel's Resume Master Class
GlassDoor.com - 5 Red Flag to Look For with Job Descriptions
Monster.com - 7 Job Posting Red Flags

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