Steve Bernas on LinkedIn: Driveway Repair Scams 🚨 (2024)

Special thanks to WRMN AM 1410 for having me as a special guest for their senior showcase! 👏 Senior citizens in particular have been targeted in recent scam reports. Always visit bbb.org/scamtracker to research or report recent scams in your area.#BBBScamTracker #SeniorCitizens

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Shop smart this Amazon Prime Day with tips from Chicago Better Business Bureau! Thanks, Business First AM / Angela Miles for having me. #BBBTips #PrimeDay

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Always honored to join the WGN-TV morning show today, where I shared some tips and insights on avoiding falling victim to the many scams targeting consumers in the Chicago area. From fake checks to phishing emails, scammers use various tactics to trick people into giving up their money or personal information. If you encounter any suspicious or fraudulent offers, please report them to our scamtracker at www.bbb.org/scamtrackerThis is a free tool that the Chicago Better Business Bureau tracks and exposes scams happening all across North America. You can also find more resources and tips on how to protect yourself and your loved ones from scammers on our website: www.bbb.org Together, we can make a difference and stop these scammers from harming our communities and stealing consumers' life savings. #BBB #TheSignofaBetterBusiness

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Be sure to do your research on these companies and contractors by using BBB.org. Thank you Business First AM / Angela Miles for this interview! #LawnCareScams #BBBScamAlert

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If you're a classic car enthusiast looking to buy a new one, be cautious of online scammers who take advantage of the convenience of online car sales and consumers by using fake car information and websites. Thank you, Business First / Angela Miles for having me and letting me give you guys the scoop on this newly reported scam. Check out the full story below. #BBBScamAlert #UsedCarScams

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Chicago Better Business Bureau 97th Annual Dinner. The event, held at the Swissôtel Chicago, was an unequivocal success, skillfully emceed by Allison Rosati and Alex Maragos from NBC Chicago.A special tribute is due to Steve Cochran, the morning host of WLS Radio, whose insightful keynote presentation resonated with our unwavering commitment to fostering an ethical marketplace where mutual trust between buyers and sellers prevails.In recognition of his exceptional contributions, Steve Cochran was honored with the Better Business Bureau of Chicago & Northern Illinois Diogenes Award for Excellence in Media. His tireless efforts in promoting the BBB to his listeners since 2013, when I became a regular contributor to his morning radio shows, have been invaluable.Additionally, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Emir Abinion, President of the Fox Valley Auto Group and a Better Business Bureau of Chicago & Northern Illinois Board Member, who received our prestigious Torch Bearer Award. Bestowed annually by the BBB, this award recognizes individuals for their exemplary service to the business community and unwavering support of our organization.Furthermore, Chuck Gavzer, a BBB Board Member, was honored with the James E. Baumhart Lifetime Achievement Award. His outstanding lifetime contributions have significantly advanced the Better Business Bureau’s mission. Chuck has been involved with the BBB since 1979.To all our award winners, a BBBig Congratulations! #BBB #thesignofabetterbusiness

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Your reputation is very important.It distinguishes you from competitors and forms the bedrock for enduring client relationships.Are you serious about safeguarding that reputation?Becoming BBB Accredited is essential.Moreover,ethics and trustare pivotal in maintaining and enhancing your reputation.Ethical conductensures that you consistently act in the best interest of your clients, employees, and stakeholders. It’s about doing what’s right, even when no one is watching. Clients who perceive your business as trustworthy are likelier to choose your services and recommend you to others.Trust, on the other hand, is the glue that binds relationships. It’s built over time through transparent communication, reliability, and consistent delivery of promises. When clients trust you, they become loyal advocates who vouch for your integrity.Let’s not forget your employees. They want to work for ethical companies that prioritize fairness, honesty, and social responsibility. When your team believes in your ethical values, it’s more engaged, productive, and committed.Whilewinning awardscan be a testament to your excellence, it’s essential to recognize that it’s not the sole measure of success. Awards may come and go, butthe lasting impactis forged through consistent ethical behavior and genuine trust.So, remember:Reputation, ethics, and trust go hand in hand.Cultivate them diligently, and your business will thrive. https://lnkd.in/gyxGhrmc

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Thanks, Business First / Angela Miles for allowing me to shed light on the newest scam of the season, Wedding Expo scams. Be sure to visit bbb.org/scamtracker to report or look up local scams in your area. #ScamAlert #WeddingScams

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We’re less than two weeks away from the BBB Foundation Scholarship Video Contest Deadline! Do you know a current college student or a student looking to enroll this year that could use $2500? Tell them to apply for the BBB Foundation Scholarship! Visithttps://lnkd.in/gs88UnuBorbbb.org/chicagobuzzto apply now #ChicagoBBB #Scholarships

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