The article emphasizes the growing preference for remote work among professionals, noting that only 5% wish to work entirely in an office. Remote jobs provide freedom and improve mental well-being, yet they come with challenges, particularly in identifying fraudulent opportunities. Career expert Erin McGoff outlines key indicators of job scams, such as unprofessional ads, urgent language, and requests for upfront payments. Her insights, along with those from Chris Durst, stress the importance of skepticism when evaluating remote job postings to avoid being deceived by scammers.
One downside to remote work, however, is that it can be more difficult to vet the company you're applying to.
Follow your gut; if the ad looks sketchy, it's probably sketchy.
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