Tech Layoffs, Ghost Jobs, and Why Labor Day Matters More Than Ever

Two new articles this week highlight just how urgent the “ghost job” crisis has become: Tech Layoffs Fuel Ghost Job Crisis, New Legislation on the Horizon and Tech Layoffs Spark Ghost Jobs Crisis, TJAAA Bill Pushes for Ban and Transparency. Both underscore the same reality: in the wake of mass layoffs, companies are still posting “phantom” openings that waste applicants’ time, inflate false hope, and skew the labor market.

That’s exactly why we created the Truth in Job Advertising and Accountability Act (TJAAA)—to bring transparency, enforce standards, and ban these misleading practices.

And today, on Labor Day, it’s especially fitting to talk about fairness and dignity in the hiring process. Labor Day is about recognizing the struggles and contributions of workers—and that includes protecting job seekers from deceptive practices that exploit their effort and hope.

We’re also reaching an important milestone. Our petition to ban ghost jobs is just a few signatures away from 100 supporters: Sign here. Once a petition reaches 100 signatures on Change.org, it becomes eligible for broader promotion across the platform, meaning our message will reach thousands more people automatically.

Every single signature gets us closer to making ghost jobs a thing of the past. On a day dedicated to workers, there’s no better time to stand up for honesty and accountability in the job market.

Add your name today: change.org/StopGhostJobs