We assist small businesses to define and refine their processes, plan and build their web presence using current and emerging technologies.
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Join Charly Leetham as she 'sits' down with Terry Zemniak, a seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience in the information security field to discuss Cyber Security and Small Business.
Terry's extensive background spans technical roles, compliance, and executive leadership, including a decade as an Information Security Officer for multi-billion dollar organizations across the United States. Now, Terry leverages his expertise as a fractional cybersecurity executive, helping small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) navigate and mitigate their cyber risks.
Charly and Terry explore the concept of a 'go wide' defense approach in cybersecurity, exploring how this strategy can bolster an organization's defenses against a myriad of threats. They also discuss the critical importance of Cyber Hygiene—what it is, why it matters, and how businesses can implement it effectively.
In addition, they also examine the dynamic between small businesses and their technology providers, clarifying where security responsibilities lie and how to foster a collaborative approach to cybersecurity.
Terry offers invaluable advice for small business leaders on identifying key areas to focus their attention, ensuring their limited resources are utilized most effectively to protect their digital assets.
Key Topics:
Understanding the 'go wide' defense approach in cybersecurity
The fundamentals of Cyber Hygiene and its importance
Navigating the relationship between small
businesses and technology providers
Strategies for SMB leaders to prioritize their cybersecurity efforts
Connect with Terry:
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Life is busy and there's just so many things to remember. What tools do you use to help you keep on top of ALL the things?
It's easy to react or respond quickly to messages and the like. It's better to do that mindfully. That's why I try to Practice The Pause.
An expired SSL certificate isn't just a tech oversight — it can tank your traffic, stop your sales, and trigger total chaos in your email, CRMs, and customer trust.
In this episode, Charly breaks down exactly what happens when your SSL certificate runs out, why it often gets missed, and what steps you must take to avoid disaster.
📌 Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ What browsers, users, and search engines do when your SSL expires
✅ Why auto-renew doesn't always work — and what to do about it
✅ How an expired certificate affects email, payment gateways, and APIs
✅ Simple tools (like Let’s Encrypt and Cloudflare) to keep certificates current
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Come and join me in playing the Gratitude Game.
Share in the comments below, one thing EACH DAY, that you're grateful for.
It can be as simple as "I'm grateful for being able to move my body" or "I'm grateful to have food to eat".
The idea is to remind ourselves, that no matter how difficult business (or life) gets, we have something to look forward to. I'll start
I'm grateful to have people around me who support me.
If you're using AI to write your blog posts, product descriptions, or web copy — are you still the legal owner of that content?
In this episode, Charly breaks down the murky (and evolving) world of AI content ownership. Just because the words came from your prompt doesn't mean the law sees them as yours. Learn how to protect your brand, stay compliant, and avoid accidental public domain content.
📌 Inside this episode:
✅ Why AI-generated content may not be protected under copyright laws
✅ How platform terms (like ChatGPT vs others) affect content ownership
✅ What makes human input the key to owning your AI-assisted work
✅ The risks of copycat content, reuse in training, and regulatory issues
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