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Why Listen: Learn about the latest AI-generated scams. 

We discuss with Jason Oliver, a senior compliance analyst and data scientist, the importance of fraud detection in the modern age. We aim to identify if and what unique edge that generalists have in identifying and preventing scams, discussing various real-world examples and strategies. Jason emphasizes the significance of critical thinking, the necessity of verification, and the value of sharing anti-fraud knowledge across diverse demographics.   

Jason’s book, Diamond Min(e)d How Unearthing the Signal in the Noise Takes You From Treasure to Triumph highlights the key elements of critical thinking and decision-making to realize a better you, and better life outcomes 

Key Highlights:  

•  Scams and Trickery: Insights on AI-generated voices, door-to-door scams, and phone scams. Tips on verification and having code words with loved ones. 

• Generalists vs Specialists: Debate on whether generalists or specialists are better at detecting fraud.  

• Fraud Detection Tips: Subscribe to fraud-related publications, know common scams, and share knowledge with others to prevent scams. 

• Writing "Diamond Mind": Jason's motivation and process for writing his book on decision-making, team-building, and avoiding scams. 

• Parting Advice: Share anti-fraud knowledge with vulnerable groups and volunteer to educate others about scams.

About Them 

Jason Oliver is a senior compliance analyst and data scientist for a large organization. He is extremely well-read as reading is his passion: he has read over 100 books in the past decade. He loves to travel to exciting new places and have new experiences, keeping an open mind. He holds an MBA from the Univ. of Ottawa, plus several professional certifications. He currently lives in Ottawa with his wife and two wonderful daughters. He is more of a cat person than a dog person.  
 

Find Jason Here 

• LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-oliver-mba-caap-sas-cbap-cap-cissp-cfe-28296515/ 

• Website: https://jaoliverauthor.com/   

• Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557412487715

Bookseller platform pages:  
 ⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Diamond-Min-Unearthing-Treasure-Triumph/dp/1779418485

https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/diamond-mined-how-unearthing-the-signal-in-the-noise-takes-you-from-treasure-to-triumph/9781779418487.html

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/diamond-min-j-a-oliver/1145229775

Find Us 

• Connect with Julie on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-lavergne/  

• Follow the podcast’s LinkedIn page for next Episode releasehttps://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-generalist-advantage/?viewAsMember=true  

• Visit our Websitehttps://8ballclarity.com/  

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