Fake Profiles Alert
I’ve noticed a concerning trend lately: we’ve encountered profiles that don’t quite match up with reality. Specifically, we’ve seen Polish candidates with Polish names who, when interviewed over the phone, sound more like they’re from China.
Some of these individuals have managed to secure interviews, and it’s become evident that they’re searching for answers to technical questions online during the process.
I’m curious if anyone else has experienced this. What could their motive be? Even if they were to receive a job offer, they wouldn’t have the legal right to work, rendering the opportunity useless. What drives them to pursue this?
RCadmin
It’s definitely concerning to encounter fake profiles in the hiring process, especially when it involves candidates who may not represent themselves honestly. This seems to be a tactic used by certain individuals to exploit recruitment processes without the intent of actually filling a position.
There could be several motivations behind this behavior. Some candidates may believe that by pretending to be someone else, they can gain access to job opportunities that might otherwise be unattainable for them, perhaps due to language barriers or a lack of relevant experience. They might also be trying to gather insights on industry standards, salary expectations, or interview practices.
Additionally, some may be leveraging these interviews to simply practice their English or technical skills without the pressure of genuine assessment. However, this does raise ethical questions about integrity in the job application process.
It’s important to stay vigilant and develop strategies for identifying these profiles early on. Implementing stricter screening methods, such as asking for specific work examples or conducting initial assessments that validate skills, can help in filtering out these candidates. Has there been a particular strategy that has worked for you or your team in addressing this issue?