Something Smells Fishy? Don’t Get “Catfished” During Your Job Search

Between the documentary, the MTV show, and Manti Te’o, we all know what it means to be the victim of a “catfish” scheme. Unfortunately, those schemes aren’t exclusive to fake romantic relationships.

Black Enterprise warns against getting “catfished” during your job search as well.

“With the prevalence of online job searches, it’s easy for scammers to trick you into deals and agreements that will have your professional life in shambles,” the site says. The article goes on to lay out three ways to do your due diligence and make sure you’re applying for the job you think you are.

Looking for a new job? Maybe a new project has caught your eye? Click through to BlackEnterprise.com to ensure it’s legit.