Have you ever thought you'd be too smart to fall for a scam? Think again. On this episode of Joe Knows Better, Joe Ducey talks with Cassandra, who shares her heartbreaking story of how a seemingly friendly connection on LinkedIn turned into a devastating crypto investment scam. Cassandra lost thousands after being pressured into investing in a fake cryptocurrency platform. Hear her story, learn the red flags, and find out how you can protect yourself from similar scams.
In this episode, Cassandra reveals:
- How the scammer gained her trust over several weeks on LinkedIn.
- The tactics used to pressure her into investing in cryptocurrency.
- The devastating emotional and financial impact of the scam.
- Her advice to others on how to avoid falling victim to similar schemes.
Key takeaways:
- Be wary of unsolicited investment offers, especially those that pressure you to act quickly.
- Never invest in something you don't fully understand.
- Do your research and verify the legitimacy of any investment opportunity before committing any money.
- Be skeptical of anyone who tries to move the conversation off of a reputable platform like LinkedIn and onto a less traceable platform like WhatsApp.
- Report scams to the Better Business Bureau at bbb.org.
Don't let this happen to you! Watch this episode and learn how to protect yourself from crypto investment scams.
