Thanks for joining me on Money Girls Quick and Dirty Tips for a richer life.

I'm your host Laura Adams. Even though the economy shows signs of modest

improvement the job market could limp along in the United States for several

years to come.

Unfortunately, when the unemployment rate rises,

so does the occurrence of scams that target unwitting job seekers.

Yes, hunting for a job is even more complicated now as opportunistic

scammers try to rip you off to make a fast buck. In this episode I'll give

you some pointers about how to recognize and protect yourself from job scams.

Let's face it, looking for a job can make you very emotional.

Months of being without work and experiencing one rejection after another could make anyone desperate.

If you've been searching for a job for a long time, you'll do almost anything to get your life

back on track and improve your financial situation.

It's just human nature to be hopeful about an opportunity

that sounds perfect. You're simply more vulnerable to being duped by a scam when you're stressed

out and worried about your future. The tool you use to promote yourself when your job hunting,

your resume is also a tool identity thieves can use to harm you.

Think about all the personal information you might put on your resume, your name, address, telephone numbers, birth date, email address, and lots more.

Of course, you should never list your social security number or driver's license number on a resume.

Here's a quick tip. Consider eliminating unnecessary personal information from your resume, such

as your home address. Instead, include your desired work location,

such as the Miami area.

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