What are the common warning signs of a mule scam and how can individuals protect themselves from falling victim to this type of fraud?

Common warning signs of a mule scam include receiving unsolicited job offers, being asked to receive money into your account and then transfer it elsewhere, and promises of easy money for minimal effort. To protect yourself, be cautious of job offers that seem too good to be true, never give out your personal or financial information to strangers, and always verify the legitimacy of any requests before agreeing to them.