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Some job postings are ridden with red flags — if you know how to spot them.
  • A job post is often one of the first things you encounter when searching for a new position.
  • But some are ridden with red flags — if you know how to spot them.
  • Experts told Insider what they look for in job ads that can signal trouble with the company or role.

Job posts can tell you a lot about what you're in for, both good and bad.

If you know what red flags to look for in a job ad, you may be able to spare yourself the pain of dealing with a bad job or employer.