Why Your Biggest Security Threat Isn’t Hackers – It’s Your Humans

Описание: In this episode of _Do Small Business Like a Big Boss_, host *Aisha Jorge Massengill*, Founder of *Sedgwick Andrews Legal & Consulting, LLC*, sits down with *Carter Schoenberg*, Chief Cybersecurity Officer at *SoundWay Consulting, Inc.*, to discuss the human side of cybersecurity—why it’s the biggest threat and how small businesses can protect themselves.

Carter brings decades of cybersecurity experience, sharing insights into the human element’s role in organizational security. He also discusses the impact of AI on cybersecurity, the importance of HR and IT collaboration, and why cybersecurity is not just for big companies but for small businesses too.

This conversation highlights real-world lessons every entrepreneur needs to hear to ensure their business stays secure in today’s digital world.

----------------------------------------


🎧 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

*Cybersecurity is essential for businesses of all sizes*: Understand why even small businesses are targets.
*The human element is the weakest link*: Why employees must be educated and involved in protecting sensitive data.
*Best practices for employee onboarding and offboarding*: Protect your business during employee transitions.
*The impact of AI on cybersecurity*: How artificial intelligence is reshaping the security landscape.
*Balancing security with business growth*: How to ensure security doesn't slow down your momentum.


----------------------------------------


⏱️ EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – “The human is the weakest link” – Opening discussion on the human factor in cybersecurity
04:55 – The importance of cybersecurity for small businesses
12:04 – The human element in cybersecurity
20:06 – Best practices for employee offboarding
25:04 – Balancing security with growth
34:00 – The impact of AI on cybersecurity
38:59 – Final thoughts on small business success


----------------------------------------


👤 ABOUT THE GUEST:

Carter Schoenberg is the Chief Cybersecurity Officer at *SoundWay Consulting, Inc.*, with decades of experience in cybersecurity and risk management. Carter focuses on the critical role of human behavior in securing digital infrastructures for businesses of all sizes.

Connect with Carter Schoenberg:
LinkedIn:   / carter-schoenberg-5122011  
Website: http://soundwayconsulting.com

----------------------------------------


🚀 READY TO MAKE YOUR BUSINESS OFFICIAL?

Join Aisha’s *FREE weekly webinar*, _Make Your Business Official_, and learn how to build, brand, and bulletproof your business with confidence.
👉 Register here: https://www.igotnext.co/training

👉 Grab your FREE Legal Guide at:
https://www.topemployermistakes.com

----------------------------------------


🔗 STAY CONNECTED WITH SEDGWICK ANDREWS

Follow us for legal tips, business strategy, and boss-level motivation:
👉 https://linktr.ee/Sedgwick_Andrews_LC

----------------------------------------


🎙️ PODCAST MANTRA

Build the dream messy, build it scared, just don’t build it small.

If this episode helped you, subscribe, download, and share with another boss who needs to hear it.

----------------------------------------