Design Break

In this eye-opening podcast episode, we dive into the alarming rise of scams targeting freelancers on popular platforms like Dribbble and Behance. Host Rocky Roark shares personal experiences and stories from the design community, shedding light on the various types of scams infiltrating these platforms, from payment advance and phishing schemes to identity theft and malware attacks. Rocky then presents a compelling case study, dissecting the "Monkey Pox Scam" and unravels its deceptive elements. The episode explores the profound impact these scams have on freelancers, affecting not only their wallets but also their confidence, time, and trust in the freelance ecosystem. Rocky leaves listeners with actionable advice, emphasizing the importance of staying informed, reporting scams, and implementing a verification process to foster a safer freelance community.To stay connected with us and be part of our design community, follow us on Twitter @thedesignbreak. Join the conversation, access valuable content, and s