Hood Winked: Surviving the Scam

Securing funding is vital for any business, and female entrepreneurs are no exception. Yet, if you haven't started building your business credit yet, what's holding you back? Perhaps you're held back by some of the most common misconceptions about business credit, which we'll be tackling head-on in today's episode of the FundHer Ready podcast. Building a solid understanding of what it takes to establish you...

Hey Biz Besties! In this episode of the FundHer Ready Podcast, we are going to be diving into the key differences between business credit vs. business funding. There's alot of misinformation out there, and I want you to be armed with the knowledge to avoid getting swept up by all the hype surrounding the two. We'll cover the key advantages of both, as well as some of the disadvantages. Let's dive in!

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In this eye-opening episode of The FundHer Ready Podcast, host Rita Owens uncovers the top five mistakes business owners make when it comes to securing credit and funding for their business. Discover the importance of meeting minimum requirements, maintaining personal credit, keeping a low bank rating, and monitoring business credit reports. Tune in for actionable insights to avoid these pitfalls and achieve financial success.

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Join host Rita Owens in this eye-opening episode of the FundHer Ready Podcast, titled "Decoding the Bank Rating Algorithm: Insider Tips for Success." Dive deep into the world of bank ratings as Rita unveils the secrets behind achieving a positive rating for your business. Learn about the crucial factors banks consider and gain practical insights on maintaining accuracy across platforms. Whether you're a budding entre...

In this episode of our series "Hoodwink: Surviving the Scam," we're diving into the story behind the name. Host Rita Owens opens up about her personal experience of being scammed out of $25,000 and how it inspired her to create this podcast. She discusses the importance of shedding light on scams, breaking the silence, and arming ourselves with knowledge and resilience. Rita reveals how she fell victim to an internet...

In this eye-opening episode of "Hood Winked: Surviving the Scam," we're diving deep into the subtle, yet significant red flags that signal a scam in the making. From the first point of contact to financial gimmicks, learn how to spot the tactics scam artists commonly use to deceive entrepreneurs. Arm yourself with knowledge as we expose emotional manipulations, bogus credentials, and sketchy payment methods that scam...

In this gripping episode, host Rita Owens delves deep into the shocking story of Financial Expert, Rachel Gibbs, (ex- Financial Crime Investigator) who found herself on the other side of the equation—as a scam victim. Betrayed by a so-called 'friend' in her industry, Rachel's life story was ruthlessly exploited and her intellectual property stolen. To make matters worse, she faced an onslaught of retaliation from her...

Dive into this gripping episode of "Hood Winked: Surviving the Scam" with host Rita Owens, as she unfolds a story that's as captivating as it is cautionary. Guest Tamaris Massengale shares a startling story on how she was scammed and deceived by a smooth-talking Online Real Estate Guru who offered tantalizing promises that threatened to destroy her business dreams.

Rita and Tamaris dissect the scammer's seductive...

In this insightful episode of "Hood Winked: Surviving the Scam," host Rita Owens delves into the deceptive world of pyramid schemes in the digital age, particularly those proliferating on social media. Rita breaks down how these scams operate, luring unsuspecting entrepreneurs with the allure of easy success and wealth. She highlights the subtle yet significant differences between legitimate multi-level marketing (MLM) op...

In this episode of 'Hood Winked: Surviving the Scam,' I dive deep into a side of entrepreneurship that doesn’t get talked about enough—the reverse scam, where the entrepreneur gets scammed by their own clients. I'll share my personal experiences from running a credit repair business, how I dealt with manipulative clients, and the strategies I learned to protect myself. From airtight contracts to proper documentation ...

 Have you ever been scammed by someone you know? I have, and let me tell you, it’s a pain like no other. It’s one thing to get taken for a ride by a stranger, but when it’s a friend, a family member, or a trusted colleague? That cuts deep.

In this episode of Hoodwinked, I’m sharing my own story—a story I wish I didn’t have to tell, but one that I know many of you will relate to. I was duped by someone I thought I could trust, someon...