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Post by Toad on Sept 10, 2009 16:09:13 GMT -5
I'm currently looking for a new job, and as my resume is posted on several job web-sites, I occasionally get e-mails like this (my comments in red):
Good day!
In our database you are marked as a person searching for a job, that is why this offer is specially for you. (good, I hate all that competition)
Omega Business Development actively enlarges the sphere of its services on the US territory(isn't everybody?), and we are looking for new employees (That's a nice change in this economy). Our minimum requirements are as follows: - Adult (21 y.o. and older)(almost double that - check) - US citizen only (Glad they're not looking for Croats).
If you are interested (oh, oh pick me!)and wish to get the detailed description of the vacancy - please send your contact information to our manager to: hiring@omegabd-mail.com Thank you.
I did a bit of research for fun and found that all they need to get you started is your bank account number. What do you think, should I do it?
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Sabre52
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Post by Sabre52 on Sept 10, 2009 16:18:38 GMT -5
*L* Run away my son! Run like the wind *L*.....Mel
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Post by texaswoodie on Sept 10, 2009 16:36:26 GMT -5
Yup, they need your bank account number for sure. I'm surprised they didn't ask for SS#, birth date etc. ;D
Curt
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Post by Bikerrandy on Sept 10, 2009 16:45:24 GMT -5
LOL, I went through something very similar. There was an add in the paper "now hiring for all positions". Well, I called the number. The guy on the other line said that all I needed to get started was a payment of $50, and then asked if I'd be paying by credit card. I was civil about this, instead of saying what I really wanted to, I simply hung up the phone.
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pebblepup
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Post by pebblepup on Sept 10, 2009 17:36:19 GMT -5
Don't you just love the dishonest greed that has become so common in our society? I am surprised job search isn't a tool used more often for identity theft... Have people apply online (which is common). Then call them a week later, tell them they have the job, where to show up for work the following Monday and direct then to a secure link where they are to fill out their W-4 and direct deposit forms. You have all you need to drain them financially before Monday when they show up and find the address you provided was fake. I bet a lot of people would fall for this. There are plenty of site that are updated with resumes (targets) every day. Scary isn't it?
I took a computer security course in college that taught you how to think like this so you could recognize scams/security issues and prevent them from happening. I have been paranoid ever since.
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Post by Toad on Sept 10, 2009 17:57:07 GMT -5
Yep, you hear about this all the time. But it is still surprising when it happens to you.
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Post by tkrueger3 on Sept 10, 2009 19:33:29 GMT -5
And yet, people still send in checks for $1000 to a certain televangelist, so that he will pray for them.
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NDK
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Post by NDK on Sept 10, 2009 20:38:51 GMT -5
I hear ya Toad, WTF!
My wife is also job searching, but locally for part time work. She has picked up several applications that want your SS#, driver's license#, and all other pertinent information - including signature. Then you have to sign a waver stating the company is not liable for any damages happening to "me, my heirs or family because of compliance with this release."
This tells me someone had their identity stolen and sued the company because someone was careless and the info got into the "wrong" hands.
Mind you this is for a job at shops selling home decor or kitchen utensils. Not to downplay the position, but it's part time retail work, not rocket science.
Nate
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Post by sandsman1 on Sept 11, 2009 2:06:39 GMT -5
we all have to stay awake now from the head honcho to the lowly car jacker there all on the rise and want what ever you have -- thats why there,s no way ill give up my gun they might get the one on file but they wont get them all
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Post by Toad on Sept 11, 2009 6:32:34 GMT -5
LOL, Nate. They want to make sure the Mrs. isn't going to steal any spoons so they're probably doing a background check, credit check, etc. Probably be easier to get into NASA these days.
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1934new
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Post by 1934new on Sept 11, 2009 9:48:04 GMT -5
I am assuming you were "downsized" due to the "countries economic situation". That is what happened to me. Too bad you couldnt provide them your previous bosses bank account number...HA!
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Post by Toad on Sept 11, 2009 9:56:06 GMT -5
Not down-sized yet, but it doesn't look good so I'm being proactive. Try and beat the pink slip to the punch.
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karenfh
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Post by karenfh on Sept 12, 2009 2:19:39 GMT -5
Why can't anybody scam the scammers? Surely there is a way.
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1934new
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Post by 1934new on Sept 12, 2009 7:11:57 GMT -5
karenfh, Maybe it is because most of us dont spend our time scheming and thinking of ways to cheat others. I beleive honest people dont waste their time doing this. On another note, I noticed you live in Nebraska. What town do you live in? I live in Bellevue. It is a suburb of Omaha.
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Post by Toad on Sept 12, 2009 8:03:01 GMT -5
Why can't anybody scam the scammers? Surely there is a way. It's probably too big a pain. First get local law enforcement interested, and then involve international authorities, I assume. I'd probably be told that they have better things to do... While I find the situation both funny and scary, and wish that someone could get the bad guys - I have to focus my energy on getting a job. So because everyone has different priorities, the bad guys stay in business - which is probably what they're counting on.
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chassroc
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Post by chassroc on Sept 14, 2009 8:55:20 GMT -5
It's so tough out there and many of us have lost our jobs..but there is hope on the way. We can see the economy getting better but unfortunately not fast enough for many of us. hang in there Toad and being proactiove is always a good idea.
There are always unscrupulous people tryingto profit over others misery. Aleays has been, always will be. When someone asks you for money (to help you out , It's generally a scam. What did Wimpy used to say, "I'll gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today".
Saw something today about Obama slapping tariffs on Chinese tires(because of illegal Govt subsidies). The Chinese have now slapped tariffs on US Autos and Chicken Meat. This is the kind of thing that could spiral out of control but I have to think it will be better for USA than China since we import $4.50 for every dollar we export to China. If they try a tit-for-tat, they may find themseleves in a bad position. This may hurt some people in the short term, but in the long term it should be good for Americans
Charlie
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Post by Toad on Sept 14, 2009 11:32:43 GMT -5
Thanks, Charlie. That is one thing you can count on in times of misery (or plenty for that matter) is that there is always someone looking to steal from you. If the axe finally falls, I won't be the first and certainly not the last.
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