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Eric Thompson
Job seeker turned campaigner who created The Truth in Job Advertising and Accountability Working Group and is proposing laws and petitions to curb 'ghost jobs' in the US.
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Dec 18, 2025
• 17min
The rise of the 'ghost job'
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Eric Thompson, a job seeker turned campaigner, sheds light on the troubling trend of 'ghost jobs,' advocating for better laws to protect applicants. Dr. Jasmine Escalera, a career coach, explains why companies post these listings, including inflating metrics and data-mining resumes. Toronto employment lawyer Deborah Hudson reveals upcoming laws in Ontario that will increase transparency in job postings. Together, they unravel the emotional toll on job seekers and discuss practical advice for navigating this frustrating landscape.
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