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The Small Change Big Gains PodcastLife. Money. Action. Its the smallest changes that make the biggest impacts. Author: Amy Dietz & Sean Durkin
Life. Money. Action Welcome to Small Change, Big Gains The podcast where we explore how small, intentional decisions can lead to major results in your financial life and personal growth. Whether youre looking to invest smarter, develop better habits, or simply find balance, well learn together how minor shifts can make a big impact. Join us as we unravel experiences, explore practical tips, and hear inspiring stories Lets make it happen, one small change at a time towards Big Gains Both from humble beginnings, Sean and Amy have built a successful, industry leading wealth management and financial advisory practice. From a town of no more than 1500 in Ontario, Amy has been featured on BNN Bloomberg and is an impactful mentor in Women in Capital Markets. After finding success with Campbells Soup, Sean took his career to the next level by getting into the investment world and quickly rose to become an effective & favourite investment manager. ************* The information contained herein has been prepared by Amy Dietz and/or Sean Durkin, Wealth Advisors at NBF. The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of NBF. The opinions, endorsements, and recommendations expressed in my profile do not necessarily reflect those of National Bank Financial. This site and electronic communications will be monitored by National Bank Financial for compliance purposes. National Bank Financial - Wealth Management (NBFWM) is a division of National Bank Financial Inc. (NBF), as well as a trademark owned by National Bank of Canada (NBC) that is used under license by NBF. NBF is a member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) and the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF), and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of NBC, a public company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NA). The particulars contained herein were obtained from sources we believe to be reliable, but are not guaranteed by us and may be incomplete. The opinions expressed are based upon our analy Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Investing Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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AI Scams: Can You Still Trust What You See and Hear?
Episode 79
Wednesday, 21 October, 2026
In an increasingly digital world, cyber thieves and scammers don’t need to hack complex bank security, they often just trick us into opening the front door. In this episode of Small Change Big Gains, we dive deep into the modern reality of digital trust, financial scams, and fraud prevention. From urgent phishing emails and deepfake voice calls to fake invoices and crypto traps, bad actors prey on busy people reacting too quickly. We break down the golden rule of modern cybersecurity: don’t trust, verify. Learn the real red flags to watch for, why financial urgency is almost always an illusion, and the simple habits you can build today to keep your money and personal identity safe. ⏱️ What’s Inside: 00:00 – Pop Quiz: How Vulnerable Is Your Digital Life? 01:07 – Caller ID & Phishing Email Traps 02:28 – The #1 Risk: Rushed Decisions vs. Weak Technology 03:12 – Welcome to Small Change Big Gains: Digital Trust 04:36 – How Financial Gatekeepers Spot Wire Scams & Red Flags 06:22 – Real Story: Intercepting a $50,000 Fraud Attempt 08:21 – Deconstructing the "Urgency Trap" 10:47 – The Special Forces Rule: Trust, but Verify (or Don't Trust at All) 12:28 – Practical Habits to Protect Your Accounts & Family 💬 Have you or someone you know ever been targeted by an online or phone scam? How did you catch it? 🔔 Subscribe to The Small Change Big Gains Podcast for actionable tips on intentional financial habits, smart decision-making, and protecting your wealth. #CyberSecurity #FraudPrevention #FinancialTips #PersonalFinance #Podcast #DigitalSafety National Bank Financial - NBF is a member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) and the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF), and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of NBC, a public company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NA). NBF is not a tax advisor and clients should seek professional advice on tax-related matters, including their personal situation. Please note that comments included in this letter are for information purposes only and are not intended to provide legal, tax or accounting advice. The comments reflect the opinion of their author only and may not reflect the views of NBF
