Job Seekers Beware

Job Seekers Beware Youve just won $1,000,000!Email yourdetailed account information now and well send you the money. Weve all receivedsome form of Email spam and recognize it for what it is, SPAM! Although it would be nice, there is no doubt thatanyone is going to send youa million dollars from some other country unless its in your dreams!There are all types ofemailspam which is directed at a variety of targets including those whoare seeking employment. Are you aware of emails referencing resumes that contain an attachment with avirus? Are you aware of the email campaigns by companies that prey on the vulnerability of job seekersmaking promises in exchange forthousands of dollars that will never be realized? Job seekersbeware! Its not alwayseasy to recognizethat thepersonalized email regarding your resume is actually a generic, spam email that has beensent to thousands of individuals. Unfortunately,your resume has probably not been discovered nor does the sender havean opportunity for you. We have all been warned not to open attachments from unknown senders but when someone makes reference toyour resume, which you have just updated online in the hopes it will be noticed by someone, the anticipation of a potential opportunity overrides thecaution normally exercised when unknown attachments are received.If the message is: Could I get an update on your resume? Your cooperation will be appreciated in this matter. The resume we have on file for you is http://wxw.careerbu ilder.com/ ShareInfo/ Resume.aspx? xxxxxxxDONT OPEN IT! Anotherpopular email received by job seekers is also a mass mailing which references your resume and how it caught someones attention. Read it carefully and you will notice that the same content could apply to anyone and your resume did not stand out any more than anyone elses did and no, you did not win the lottery.However, you have been given the opportunity to contact the undersigned for an interview upon which you will be asked to return with your spouse and pay thousands of dollars to obtain the job of your dreams. Searchwww.ripoff.comfor further details. And remember, recruiters will never ask a job seeker for moneyas they are workingfor the employer to fill a position. Word of mouth isstill the best assurance you have to secure the services of a reputable company. Online resources and social mediaprovide a wealth of information including references, company informationand contact details. If there is not a real person behind the company name, look elsewhere. The opportunity to easily connect with millionswillmost often provide a contact who knows someone who you know that will be happy to provide you with a valid recommendation. Seek out professionals that are accredited in their fields and are highly recommended.Invest in aprofessional resume, visible online profile, job search strategies, personal branding,career coachingand networking. There could be many along yourcareer paththatyou will wish to thank for their expertise and support but ultimately the success of your job search will be accredited to one person, YOU!