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Tech Tip Tuesday: SMS Scams Are Getting Sneaky – 7 Ways to Spot Them Before They Spot Your Wallet

Techbear is dressed as Sherlock Holmes to investigate potential sms scams. He is looking at a phone screen with multiple 'red flag' keywords.

SMS scams are exploding, and they’re getting dangerously sophisticated. Gone are the days of obviously fake “Nigerian prince” emails—today’s scammers are sliding into your text messages with government logos, job offers, and business “opportunities” that look surprisingly legitimate.
With 95% of text messages read within 3 minutes and consumers losing over $2.7 billion to imposter scams in 2023, your phone has become a prime target for fraud. The three biggest threats right now? Fake job offers promising easy money, government impersonation scams using fear tactics, and business “services” you can actually get for free.
The good news? You can protect yourself with TechBear’s 7-step SMS security framework, from pausing before reacting to enabling built-in spam protection. Whether it’s a “final notice” from the DMV or a too-good-to-be-true work-from-home opportunity, learning to spot the red flags could save your wallet—and your peace of mind.
Read the full guide to discover exactly what to look for, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you’ve already been targeted.

Tech Tip Tuesday: Personal System Maintenance — 7 Essential Digital Self-Care Tips That Actually Work

TechBear, a cartoon bear in a turquoise tech support shirt, sits peacefully in a lotus pose surrounded by softly glowing icons like a Wi-Fi signal, cloud, and battery—symbolizing digital self-care and calm technology use.

Hello, my gorgeous TechnoCubs! After two decades in tech support, I’ve learned that most “tech problems” are really stress problems in disguise. Digital burnout is REAL, whether you’re managing a home office in Edina or running a startup in Northeast Minneapolis.

The good news? Your tech can actually help instead of hurt. From setting boundaries that actually stick to creating tech-free zones you’ll love, these 7 digital self-care habits will help you reclaim your peace without the overwhelm.

**Your mental health matters, and honey, you deserve technology that works FOR you, not against you.**

Cable Management Chaos: TechBear’s Guide to Taming Your Digital Spaghetti Monster in 7 Easy Steps

TechBear cartoon character wielding sword and shield facing giant cable management monster made of tangled computer cables and USB cords in home office setting - illustrating cable organization challenges and desk organization solutions for ADHD-friendly organizing

Tired of digging through tangled cable chaos every time you need a charger? TechBear’s 7-step system transforms your digital spaghetti monster into organized bliss using budget-friendly hacks, ADHD-friendly solutions, and pro tips that actually work. From the great cable audit to taming your under-desk beast, discover how to create a cable management system that saves time, money, and your sanity.

Workflow Wednesday: Neurodiverse Workflow Hacks: 6 Game-Changing Hacks That Actually Work for Your Brain (Because Your Brain Isn’t Broken, Sugar—The System Is!)

Tired of productivity hacks that don’t click with your brilliant, neurodiverse brain?

Your favorite digital diva, TechBear, is here to spill the tea! In this game-changing post, discover 6 workflow hacks designed specifically for neurodiverse minds. From “context-aware reminders” to “sensory-smart environment design,” TechBear reveals how to work with your unique brain, not against it. Because, darling, your brain isn’t broken—the system is! Get ready to revolutionize your productivity with sparkle, sass, and strategies that actually work.