Ask Charly Leetham
Science & Tech • Business
Our goal is to assist small to medium business owners use the power of the Internet as an avenue to market their organisations in an appropriate and cost-effective manner.

We assist small businesses to define and refine their processes, plan and build their web presence using current and emerging technologies.

We provide ongoing support and advice to assist businesses to
maintain and grow a crucial path to market and focus on growing your business
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August 23, 2025
What Does HTTPS Really Do—and Why Should You Actually Care? (2025/590)

Most people just see a padlock in the browser and think, “Secure, cool.” But do you actually know what HTTPS does—or what happens when it’s broken, expired, or misconfigured?

In this episode, Charly explains how HTTPS works, what SSL certificates do behind the scenes, and why this protocol is critical for trust, security, and even search engine rankings.

📌 In this episode:

✅ What HTTPS is and how it protects your data

✅ What SSL certificates do — and who verifies them

✅ Why that padlock builds customer trust (and Google juice)

✅ What causes certificate errors and mixed content blocks

🛡️ The risks of self-signed certificates and expired setups

🔗 Tip: Use Let’s Encrypt or Cloudflare for free, trusted SSL certificates

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February 22, 2024
Remembering All The Things - Daily Dose Of Business Inspiration (2024/47)

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?

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February 21, 2024
Practice The Pause - Daily Dose Of Business Inspiration (2024/46)

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.

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February 20, 2024
Setting Boundaries Is Good For Business - Daily Dose Of Business Inspiration (2024/45)

Boundaries are important in life. Today we look at what that means in business.

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January 05, 2026
Is Your Boring Tech Stack Actually Your Best Asset? (2026/662)

Are you constantly tempted by shiny new software promising to revolutionise your workflow? Marketing is designed to make us feel like we are falling behind, but after 40 years in tech, Charly has learned that the businesses running smoothly are not the ones with the fanciest tools.

In this episode, Charly covers:

✅ Why tech marketing sells feelings (fear and urgency) rather than features
📌 The "four times rule" for deciding whether you actually need new software
🔗 Questions to ask before switching tools or buying new applications
🛡️ Why boring, reliable tech that just works is actually smart business

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January 02, 2026
How Should You Set Up Your New Device Securely? (2026/661)

Got a shiny new phone, tablet or laptop over the holidays? The way you set up your device in that first hour can save you hours of frustration or create them. Rushing through the setup is how bad habits get baked in from day one.

In this episode, Charly covers:
✅ Why updating your operating system first is absolutely non-negotiable
📌 What those boring setup screens are actually deciding for you
🛡️ How to set a proper passcode and what biometrics really mean for your privacy
✅ Getting your password manager and authenticator apps transferred correctly
📌 Managing automatic updates and Find My Device settings
🔗 How to properly wipe and dispose of your old device responsibly

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December 30, 2025
Are You Ready for 2026? (2025/660)

Running a small business through 2025 meant navigating constant tech changes, from AI becoming mainstream to evolving security threats. If you kept showing up, kept learning, and kept making decisions despite the noise, you have built something valuable. In this episode, Charly covers:

✅ Why filtering out shiny new tools and asking better questions shows real business maturity
📌 How small habits like weekly backup checks and monthly password reviews compound into major protection
🛡️ The difference between chasing perfection and building resilient systems that recover when things go wrong
📌 What is coming for Rise and Shine in 2026, including the new Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule with themed episodes

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