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Job Seeker Fakes Employment, Lands Better Remote Position!

6/30/2025

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After being laid off, Reddit user @VelvetViiibes cleverly faked employment by staging meetings and actively posting on LinkedIn. His bold strategy caught the eye of a recruiter, leading to an interview that landed him a new job with better pay and the flexibility of remote work. Sometimes, a little creativity can open unexpected doors!

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Story summary

After being laid off, Reddit user @VelvetViiibes cleverly faked employment by staging meetings and actively posting on LinkedIn. His bold strategy caught the eye of a recruiter, leading to an interview that landed him a new job with better pay and the flexibility of remote work. Sometimes, a little creativity can open unexpected doors!