In this episode, I’m sharing something that feels a little embarrassing… but important.
This week, I came within one click of losing £1,000 to a very convincing online scam. As someone who runs online businesses and considers herself fairly tech-savvy, I genuinely didn’t expect to get caught this close.
From a fake email and live chat, to a follow-up phone call from overseas, the whole experience was sophisticated, familiar, and almost believable. It was only at the final moment — when asked to approve a £1,000 payment to a stranger — that my gut instinct finally kicked in.
In this episode, I talk about:
How the scam unfolded step-by-step
The subtle red flags I nearly ignored
Why even confident, capable women can be vulnerable online
What I did immediately to protect myself
How to support elderly relatives who may be at greater risk
Practical tips to spot suspicious emails and activity
If this episode stops just one person from making a costly mistake, it will be worth sharing — even if I do feel like a bit of a “plonky head.”
Please pass this episode on to anyone who might benefit. Awareness is powerful.
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