Have you noticed phishing emails are getting harder to spot?
You’re not imagining it. Last year, the number of employees clicking on phishing links tripled — and a lot of businesses paid the price.
Phishing isn’t just emails anymore. Scammers are getting smarter. They’re sneaking fake links into Google results, social media posts, online ads, and even blog comments. The goal? Trick someone on your team into handing over passwords or login details—usually to Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace—so they can walk right into your systems.
It’s scary stuff, especially because the fake sites look really real now. Even your most careful employee might not notice they’re on a fake Microsoft login page.
So why are more people falling for it?
A few reasons:
- Fatigue — we’re all bombarded with so many sketchy emails it’s easy to slip up.
- Better scams — the phishing kits scammers use are insanely convincing now.
- Broader reach — attackers aren’t just targeting email anymore.
That means your people are now either your greatest line of defense… or your weakest link.
Here’s how to fix that:
- Train your team regularly — not just once. People forget. And phishing keeps changing. Teach them to slow down, question weird requests, and check before they click.
- Use MFA — this is a no-brainer. If a password gets stolen but MFA is on, attackers still can’t get in.
- Lock things down — up-to-date software, smart policies, and basic tools go a long way.
Bottom line: You can’t rely on luck. But with the right setup and the right habits, phishing attacks don’t have to be a disaster.
If you’re not sure where to start or just want to sanity-check your setup, let’s talk. No pressure. Just solid advice.