Understanding how to prevent phishing attacks used to be simple – fake emails were easy to spot and laugh off. You told your team not to reply to Nigerian princes, not to wire money or send gift cards to strangers, and not to open emails with ten typos and a weird attachment. Done.

But phishing scams have grown up. They look like real invoices from real clients. They mimic coworkers and bank notifications. They’re polished, convincing, and often slip through just when someone is rushing through their inbox.

This is why phishing awareness training and phishing simulations are now part of basic email security in many workplaces. The goal isn’t to scare anyone. It’s to help people learn how to avoid phishing attempts in a realistic, low-stress way.

How Phishing Simulation Training Works

Intraworks offers a Phishing & Security Awareness service that uses simulated phishing emails to teach staff how to prevent phishing in everyday situations. These fake emails look real but are completely safe. If someone clicks, they are shown a short training session based on what they missed.

Over time, the system adapts to each employee. If someone frequently clicks on urgent messages or fake invoices, it helps them recognize and respond to those patterns more effectively.

The focus is long-term awareness rather than one-off testing. This approach builds habits that help prevent real phishing attacks and support broader business data protection.

Why Email Security Training Matters

Phishing is actually one of the most common ways ransomware spreads in small and mid-sized businesses. It’s common to secure passwords, have antiviruses, and to secure your building, but these simple attacks often begin with a single click. That’s why email security training is just as important as having antivirus software.

Phishing awareness also supports your cybersecurity compliance strategy and can help show readiness during a cybersecurity audit. It’s a smart way to strengthen your internal defenses using real-world scenarios.

Who Phishing Training is For

Phishing training is built for real workplaces: busy offices, retail teams, nonprofits, and any organization where email plays a central role.

It is especially important for people who manage payments and invoices. These are frequent targets for phishing scams, where a realistic-looking email from a “CEO” might request a fake payment or ask to change banking details. One small mistake can redirect legitimate funds straight into a scammer’s account.

Private data is another common target. Professionals like lawyers, doctors, and consultants often handle highly sensitive information, which makes them attractive to ransomware groups. The London Drugs attack is a recent example. The attackers reportedly demanded 25 million dollars, and London Drugs allegedly offered 8 million to try and resolve it, but the data was still leaked.

How to Get Started with Phishing Scam Prevention Training

If you’re looking for simple, practical ways to protect your team, phishing prevention training is one of the most effective places to start. It requires no technical knowledge and can be rolled out quickly with support from our team.

To learn more about how to prevent phishing in your workplace, contact Intraworks by phone, email, or click through to our contact form below. We’ll walk you through how it works and help you decide if it’s the right fit for your team.