May I ask?

13 Comments

1. AnonymousJanuary 9,2026 at 2:32AM UTC

   There is definitely a whole lot of BS on Linked In, and even if the statement isn't a complete lie, the 5 clients may have accepted a low- paying job in a busy warehouse after spending a lot of money on the "consultant." Always do your homework before divulging personal information to someone on the Internet, and that goes double if you're paying for a service. Check outside reviews and Google "is XYZ Consultants a scam?" Check the BBB, Glass Door reviews, and be skeptical of reviews on unknown platforms. When in doubt, don't give them any information and don't let them anywhere near your bank account. Real-life connections are still by far the best way to get a job; network with former co-workers, friends, neighbors, etc., use the career services department if you graduated from college, and if you have time and the means to do it, consider volunteering somewhere, as you may meet like-minded connections while volunteering and a paid position might even open up where you volunteer.

2. AnonymousJanuary 9,2026 at 2:41AM UTC

   Honestly, I am going to second this. I have had so many “recruiters” reach out to me via LinkedIn. The platform has changed significantly over the years. The trust is just not there anymore.

3. AnonymousJanuary 9,2026 at 3:04AM UTC

   Oh-these aren't recruiters. These are "career consultant/resume pro/coach/talent advisor/career strategist" people. Makes me sick.

4. AnonymousJanuary 10,2026 at 3:12PM UTC

   Yep... they're sharks looking to take your $$$.

5. AnonymousJanuary 9,2026 at 2:09PM UTC

   They are out of work too.

6. AnonymousJanuary 10,2026 at 1:23PM UTC

   It’s BS. I had a recruiter try to sell me a resume rewrite spouting the ATS tracking nonsense. To avoid getting spammed/scammed by fake recruiters, don’t use the open to work banner or hashtag. If a recruiter reaches out, go to their profile and see how many contacts they have, where they’re located, and how often they post. The real recruiters will post often, provide tips for free and won’t sell you any services.

7. AnonymousJanuary 10,2026 at 2:44PM UTC

   Not at all. LinkedIn in general has become a totally different platform over the last 2yrs unfortunately. It’s no longer productive for me personally so I’ve decided to limit my interaction with it altogether for many reasons including this one.

8. AnonymousJanuary 10,2026 at 2:57PM UTC

   Actually...

   LinkedIn is now the "Real BS"!!

9. AnonymousJanuary 10,2026 at 6:09PM UTC

   If and when you work with a career consultant or coach ask for their references and speak to someone that they have guided. It's like going to a therapist. There are good ones and bad ones. Find the one that suits you and has actually done what you might need. They don't find you jobs, they walk you through the process and tune you up to be your best marketed self to get a new role if that is what you need them to do.

10. Tami CannizzaroJanuary 12,2026 at 2:57PM UTC

    Hi - As a career coach, I really dislike it when others make claims like this. This is not my job, to "find jobs for clients". That's what recruiters do. My job is to help clients in other ways, such as determine what kind of career/job they might want to pursue next (based on their skills and other factors); help them translate work experience into professional "stories" that resonate with hiring managers; practice interviewing skills; walk them through offer negotiations; and simply mentor throughout the process. For me, I've actually done all of this during my career: from job search to resume writing to pivoting to a new career to developing a job search strategy to even going through a lay-off. I hear you; I've been there.

11. BarbaraJanuary 12,2026 at 4:55PM UTC

    Scammers!! Lots and lots of out of work people are joining the scammerino bandwagon.

12. Tami CannizzaroJanuary 14,2026 at 9:14PM UTC

    So you want "proof positive"? I never guarantee a job for any client - a good career coach should not do that; run from any that will. Here's why: Even if everything I and my client do is 100% on point; the resume is great; her LinkedIn matches to resonate with recruiters and hiring managers; she gets interviews; etc., she still could be overlooked for the job. Perhaps the hiring manager liked someone else better. The company could lose funding for the job. The hiring manager's boss decides to choose the candidate. The position changes or is pulled, so she's out of the running. My client could perform poorly during the interview, or not as well as the other candidates. Any number of things that are out of my control. That said, you asked about last years' clients. All but 1 found work. The one that did not stopped interviewing due to an overseas military assignment.

13. AnonymousJanuary 15,2026 at 4:02PM UTC

    Your comment is rude and uncalled for. There are certifications and respected coaches and

    I would suggest that you reconsider your rude commentary when others are giving sound advice. You know nothing about this are of expertise so please leave the comments to those who do.