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A local in Medellin told me my work setup was making me a target

I was working at a cafe in El Poblado with my MacBook and AirPods out, like I always do. A guy who runs a hostel nearby pulled me aside and said, 'Bro, you look like a walking ATM, put that stuff away.' He explained that even in nice areas, flashing expensive gear marks you. Now I use a basic laptop case and wired earbuds, and I feel way less stressed. Anyone else had to change their gear habits after local advice?
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lee627
lee6271mo ago
Yeah, @anderson.jason, I guess our 'stealth wealth' is just looking broke now lol.
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anderson.jason
Same thing happened to me with my fancy phone case.
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