Protecting Your Data Online with Kathy Zant
Jul 11, 2023I have an episode for you today that is a bit different than normal, as we are not talking about taxes, money, or mindset but cybersecurity. I wanted to put this out because cybersecurity is an important part of keeping what you earn, while protecting yourself and your assets.
Numerous small businesses think that they aren't at risk of a security incident due to their limited size. However, hackers know that smaller businesses have less security awareness and defenses to prevent hacks than large organizations do. Kathy Zant is here to share stories we can learn from and things we can all do to be more security aware. She shares with us new tools that are available to protect us and some of the best practices for small business cybersecurity.
The key takeaways from this episode are:
1. Small businesses are at risk of cybersecurity incidents: Despite the misconception that smaller businesses are less vulnerable, hackers target them due to lower security awareness and defenses compared to larger organizations.
2. Importance of security awareness and preparedness: Entrepreneurs and individuals should be vigilant and take proactive measures to reduce the risk of hacking incidents. This includes implementing new tools, having an incident response plan, and ensuring minimum security measures are in place.
3. Mitigating cybersecurity risks through responsible behavior: Individuals play a role in mitigating hacking risks by being cautious about what they share on social media and understanding the impact of human actions on cybersecurity.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
[2:27] Who is Kathy Zant and why is she so passionate about cybersecurity?
[6:32] How can entrepreneurs be more vigilant and reduce the risk of hacking incidents themselves?
[9:30] What should be part of your incident response plan in case of an incident?
[17:51] What are the minimum viable things that all people should have in place to protect their data?
[22:30] What are some of the most impactful things that Kathy has seen happen to small business owners that could have been prevented using cybersecurity?
[28:20] What are some of the realities of hacking that humans play a part in that are hard to mitigate?
[36:40] How should you avoid hacking by being careful with what you share on social media?
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Resources:
Password Checker Website: https://haveibeenpwned.com/
Connect with Kathy: zant.com
Tactical Resources:
5-Day Financial Mindset Refresh: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/refresh
Create a Custom Podcast Playlist: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/6303d4c525b1e80018d47cfa
Grow Cash Flow for Your Business: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/endless-cash
Tax Deduction Guide: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/tax-deduction-guide
CFO Power Session: Text POWER to 860-609-6374
See how much you can save with an S Corp: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/keep-what-you-earn-s-corp-calculator
Additional Resources & Connect with Shannon:
Find everything you need at https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com
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The information contained in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not individual tax advice. Please consult a qualified professional before implementing anything you learn.
