Is text based interviews a thing or is it a scam?
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Sometimes I beat myself up about not having a job yet. I start wondering if it’s all my fault. Maybe I’m not applying enough. Maybe I’m not networking enough. Maybe I’m not trying hard enough. Some days I can separate my worth from my situation. Other days not so much. Has anyone else ever struggled with blaming themselves when things aren’t working out?
There is so much contradictory advice out there when it comes to interviewing , and writing resumes and cover letters, that I am lost. Be genuine in your resume, but use AI to strip away your humanity. Be natural and charming in interviews, but spend hours rehearsing your answers, and somehow know through research exactly what someone you`ve never met wants. Show the best version of yourself, but you`re suspicious if you don`t talk about your flaws. Seriously: WHAT DO YOU PEOPLE WANT?!!!!!
I dislike wasting time. I had a phone screen with CVS this morning for a remote data manager position. The pay range was clearly listed within the job description and I clearly stated my range during the application process. The recruiter stated 75k which is beyond ridiculous for managing a team of analysts. I declined to move forward. I know my worth and my resume / background speaks for itself. I wish the recruiter would've paid more attention to my app instead of wasting my time.
I had an interview where the salary range they quoted me was $20,000 lower than what was listed on the initial job posting. When I pointed it out, the HR rep said the original post included potential performance bonuses that aren't guaranteed. Have you noticed companies using the current economy as an excuse to aggressively drive down salaries? Is it a red flag?
That sounds super sketchy. I don't know how you can get a job without speaking with the person. Do you have communications with them in any other way other than text? Did they send any email from a company domain? Is the number you are communicating with listed as a company number? Is the person you are communicating with visible on LinkedIn? Can you see that they are authorized as being part of the company? Just some of my thoughts regarding this.
I never respond to text messages from anyone claiming to be from a recruiting firm. If you believe it is a legitimate company you should call the company directly and ask if they are hiring.