Phishing Email Checklist for Small Business Staff
Most breaches start with one rushed click. Use this in onboarding and quarterly refreshers.
Pause before you click
- Unexpected invoices or gift-card asks
- Links that don't match the real domain
- Urgency + secrecy
- MFA prompts you didn't start
If you already clicked
Don't enter more passwords. Call us. Don't delete evidence. Speed over blame.
Owner basics
MFA everywhere, least privilege, written wire-change approval process.
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FAQs
Is Microsoft 365 immune?
No — users and misconfigurations remain the weak point.
Can you train staff?
Yes — short practical sessions.
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