In Part 1 of our "Scam-Proof Your Brain" series, Mahima examine's fake scholarship and job scams - two of the most common frauds targeting teens. Discover how scammers exploit scarcity and urgency manipulation to bypass critical thinking, and learn why optimism bias makes even smart people vulnerable. This episode references peer-reviewed research from Taylor's University, the Better Business Bureau Institute, and the FINRA Foundation.
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In Part 1 of our "Scam-Proof Your Brain" series, Mahima examine's fake scholarship and job scams - two of the most common frauds targeting teens. Discover how scammers exploit scarcity and urgency manipulation to bypass critical thinking, and learn why optimism bias makes even smart people vulnerable. This episode references peer-reviewed research from Taylor's University, the Better Business Bureau Institute, and the FINRA Foundation.
In this episode, Mahima sits down with Sri (pronounced “Shree”) Rejeti - the co-owner of and a powerhouse behind Beaulogy, a buzzing salon in Fremont, California. Sri spills the tea on what it’s actually like to chase your passion, from stressing over money and pricing to keeping a solid team that doesn’t dip. It’s not just glossy beauty talk - it’s the behind-the-scenes grind, the lessons you don’t hear on Instagram, and the kind of inspo you need if you’ve ever thought about turning your si...
My Two Cents: Finance for Teens & Young Adults
In Part 1 of our "Scam-Proof Your Brain" series, Mahima examine's fake scholarship and job scams - two of the most common frauds targeting teens. Discover how scammers exploit scarcity and urgency manipulation to bypass critical thinking, and learn why optimism bias makes even smart people vulnerable. This episode references peer-reviewed research from Taylor's University, the Better Business Bureau Institute, and the FINRA Foundation.