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The rise of ghost jobs and how to spot them

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The rise of ghost jobs and how to spot them
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Nicole Trovato
15/05/2025 15:00 ‧ 2 weeks ago | StarsInsider

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If you’ve been job hunting lately, you may have come across an odd phenomenon: you apply to a role posted online, promising great opportunities, but then, nothing. No response, no interview—just a mysterious silence. Career experts are calling these “ghost jobs,” and they’re more common than you might think, frustrating job seekers across the US and the globe.

So, what exactly are ghost jobs, and why are so many employers posting them? The numbers are concerning, with thousands of these elusive job openings circulating online. But don’t worry—we’ve got the inside scoop on how to spot them and avoid wasting your time. Click on to learn more.

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