Is it possible to get hired without a phone in Canada? (lemmy.ml)

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I have a flip phone that I prefer to keep it always off with the battery removed - due to privacy reasons. I also have a text-only VOIP number (couldn't find a service that accepted Monero and had calling functionality) and an email.

I've been looking for jobs and I've put my VOIP number (mentioning that it's text-only) and my email on my resume. However, I didn't put my flip phone's phone number on it. So, I've just been wondering, is this really going to affect my chances of getting an job?

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[-] your_ancient_name@sh.itjust.works 2 points 3 months ago

I think you're probably fine. In my experience (for Toronto and remote Canadian jobs), the only thing that really matters is an email. If they want to call you, they'll schedule it by email and the meeting will be over Google Hangouts or Zoom (or something similar). I've never been called or texted by a prospective employer.

Good luck with the job search!

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