Remembering this unwritten rule can help you avoid a job scam

Amy Porter, a job seeker with disabilities, encountered a job scam while searching for remote work. She was asked to purchase and send an iPhone and computer to a company for software installation, which raised her suspicions. After verifying with the actual company, she confirmed it was a scam and reported it to the Better Business Bureau. Amy warns others to trust their instincts and verify job offers to avoid falling victim to scams. The video highlights the prevalence of job scams, especially targeting inexperienced job seekers and those recently laid off.

What steps did Amy Porter take to verify the legitimacy of the job opportunity she found?

What warning did N Zone provide regarding fraudulent job offers?

How did Amy's experience with job searching differ from that of her daughter?

What advice does Amy give to others searching for jobs to avoid scams?

What common tactic do fraudsters use to target individuals who have recently been laid off?