Like everyone, I sometimes receive unsolicited email.
Sometimes the sender is telling me that they have my long lost inheritance.
Other times they are telling that they will give me a large sum of money in
exchange for a "favor" (no they are not requesting red light special
services). Still other times they are sending me images of people engaged in
activities that are illegal in some states and I seriously question how they
chose me to offend that day.
The kind of spam that is less frequent and potentially more
dangerous is the one below, the faux award type of spam. If you read the email,
I am among the top 1% to be honored as a Top Ranked U.S. Executive.
Unlike winning an Emmy or an Oscar, I don't receive an award
ceremony, there is no rubber chicken dinner, and there is no open bar.
Indeed, instead of giving anything to me they are requesting something
from me, $159.00.
While I am not buying the certificate, I have to say, I don't
mind this type of spam. However, here's a tip for those trying to solicit money
from me this way. Next time, just tell me that I won the right to be
called, "Queen".
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Chaton,
Congratulations! You’ve been recognized as a Top
Ranked U.S. Executive.
Millions of executives provide
information online about their careers each year.
The National Council of American
Executives in partnership with The American Registry, has analyzed
thousands of entries to identify those within a certain area and location
who are rated the highest.
Of the millions of active
executives, you are among the top 1% who have received this honor.
We commend you for this
achievement. In an effort to aid your customers and clients in their
search for top-quality service, we’ve set you apart from your competition
by adding you to The Registry™. We invite you to view your award online. You can
learn more about this recognition by visiting our website.
Again, congratulations on this
distinctive achievement!
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Sincerely,
Benjamin Morrison
President, Consumer Research
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