199: The Data Job Scams Are Out of Control

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There’s a massive data job scam happening right now, and most applicants don’t realize they’re being targeted. I break down how these scams work, what scammers want, and the biggest red flags so you don’t waste time or lose money.

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⌚ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 - Data job scams are everywhere right now

01:00 - Fake recruiter emails exposed

06:00 - LinkedIn scams and identity theft

12:55 - Real story: the fake check trap

17:00 - Red flags you need to know

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