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REMOTE JOB: INTERVIEW SCHEDULE Allan Main - royalhotelelgin@btconnect com to me Hello Applicant, We are pleased to inform you that your resume for the Remote Data Entry/Administrative Assistant position at $35/hr has been approved. The next step in the process is to connect with our HR Manager, Amira Lester, via Microsoft Teams. To get started, please download the Microsoft Teams app from Google Play or the App Store, or you can access it directly at Microsoft.com. Once installed, add the HR Manager using the link provided below or by using the Teams ID: +16579994155. HR Manager's Teams Link: (https://teams.live.com/l/invite/FEAT10JylIUbFkDPwM) After adding the HR Manager, kindly send a message to begin the interview process. Please ensure you receive a reply confirming the interview schedule. For verification, your interview code is: HR-PN22. We look forward to moving forward with your application. Kind regards, Allan Main. __________________________________________________________________ Me: Hello Ms. A. Lester, My name is Firstname Lastname. I applied for a data entry/administrative assistant position and received an email this morning requesting that I reach out to start the interview process. A. Lester: Hi there! How are you doing today? Me:I'm doing very well. How about you? A. Lester:I'm doing very well, thank you. Do you have time for the interview? This will be a text-based interview, not an audio or video call. Me: How long does the interview typically take? I have a little bit of free time right now. A. Lester:Okay, It would take 30 minutes for the first session and another 30 minutes for the second session. Me: Do you have time tomorrow? A. Lester: Yes, I do have time tomorrow and will be available today until 5pm EST. Me: Does noon EST work for you tomorrow? A. Lester: Okay! Looking forward to that time tomorrow. Me: I'll talk to you then! Thank you! A. Lester: Good morning, How are you doing today? I'll like to confirm our appointment at noon today. Let me know when you get this message.. Me: Good morning, Yes, we're still on for noon if that's alright with you. A. Lester: Perfect! Me :I'm ready when you are. A. Lester: Okay. Me: Where do we start? A. Lester: My name is Ms. Amira Lester, and I am the hiring manager at Praan, Inc. The interview will be conducted through a Q&A format, and it will take place right here via text on Teams. I believe you’re ready to begin the job briefing and interview process now, correct? Me: Yes, I am. A. Lester: This process will take no more than 1 hour of your time. Could you please provide your full name, city, state, zip code, and interview verification code? Me: Firstname Lastname, City, State, Zip Code, HR-PN22 A. Lester: It's a pleasure to meet you Firstname! First and foremost, I want to express my appreciation for your prompt responses during the job briefing and interview process. Your timely communication is valued. Before we begin with the interview and job briefing, I’d like to give you a quick overview of our approach. It may seem a bit unconventional or unfamiliar, especially if you’re new to this process, but we believe in staying ahead of the curve. As the world evolves, we must adapt to new ways of doing things, and change is a key part of progress. Attached is the job description for your review. Please take less than 10 minutes to go through it and let me know once you’re finished. I hope this makes sense, and I trust there are no concerns with this approach? ABOUT US (Praan, Inc).pdf Me:I am finished looking over the document A. Lester: Great, sounds good! The company will provide you with all the necessary equipment to begin training and start working. Your key responsibilities will include: • Transferring data from paper documents into computer files or databases using keyboards, data recorders, or optical scanners. • Typing in data provided directly by customers. • Creating spreadsheets with large amounts of data, ensuring accuracy. • Verifying data by cross-referencing it with source documents. You will undergo 1-2 weeks of training and will be assigned a supervisor to guide you through using the software programs. Working hours are flexible, and you’ll be able to set your own schedule as long as you meet the weekly requirement of 30-40 hours. Training will take place online via Skype, email, and phone calls. Note: Pay during training is $30 per hour, and it increases to $35 per hour once you officially start with us. Please confirm if this is all clear and understood! Me: I understand completely. A. Lester: Good! The next step is for you to answer a series of interview questions. The process is simple: I’ll send you the questions in sets of 10, and you’ll have 15-20 minutes to answer each set. Once you've finished answering all the questions, just type "DONE" to let me know you're finished. Are you ready to begin? Me: Could I ask a question first? A. Lester: Okay, please go ahead. Me: https://www.bbb.org/scamtracker/lookupscam/950570 could you explain this for me? A. Lester: Okay but we're not BBB Accredited. Me: I totally understand. I'm more concerned about the fact that I did not submit my email to the bbb, However they have the exact code i was provided, which makes me believe you provide the same code to every applicant A. Lester: I completely understand your concern, and I appreciate you bringing it up. However, I want to assure you that this is a legitimate job opportunity. The code provided is part of our standard hiring process to track applicants and ensure consistency in our onboarding procedures. Many companies use similar identification methods for efficiency and record-keeping. Regarding the BBB, we do not submit personal applicant information to third parties. If there is a misunderstanding, I’d be happy to clarify any concerns you may have. Our goal is to ensure a smooth transition into your role, and we look forward to working with you. Let me know how I can help ease your concerns! Me: I am also concerned with the fact that the email used to send me your contact ([email protected]) is for a hotel in Elgin in the United Kingdom. I am confused why there is not a more official email your company uses for outreach and concerned there may be email spoofing involved