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Smarticle - Smarticle Scams - Unmasking Gig Work Scams: A Conversation with Justin Caffier

Smarticle - Smarticle Scams - Unmasking Gig Work Scams: A Conversation with Justin Caffier

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 In the first episode of this new series from the Smarticle Podcast, the focus is on the prevalence and mechanisms of scams on freelance sites, particularly Upwork. Brandon interviews writer Justin Caffier, who shares his personal experience of falling victim to an Upwork scam. They discuss the tactics used by scammers, platform vulnerabilities, and the broader implications of these scams on the gig economy. Caffier's journey, described in his Mashable article, deeply explores the pitfalls and systemic issues within freelance platforms. The episode concludes with a discussion on the responsibility of companies like Upwork to protect their users and the potential risks of an Uberized labor market. 00:00 Introduction to Digital and Online Scams 01:10 Justin Caffier's Upwork Scam Experience 02:02 Reading Justin's Article on Upwork Scams 05:35 The Mechanics of Upwork and Freelance Scams 14:46 Personal Experiences with Upwork Scams 23:31 The Responsibility of Platforms in Preventing Scams 26:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts smarticlepodcast@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/justincaffier/ @JustinCaffier I got scammed on Upwork so you don't have to

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