S.T.O.P. if you think you’re being scammed!

Slow down

Stay calm and don’t panic. Scammers can take advantage by deliberately creating confusion.

Think

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Organize

Take a moment to organize your thoughts and perhaps contact someone if you feel confused.

Plan

Once you have determined the validity of the situation, either proceed if it seems safe or make a plan to shut them down if not. You don’t owe them an explanation!