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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD discusses the challenges and realities of job searching and hiring in tech, the impact of AI on cybersecurity and workplace productivity, the importance of soft skills for SOC analysts, and explores personal experiences and industry news related to career transitions, salary transparency, and the changing landscape of remote work.
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00:00 Intro
06:32 The Hiring Process: A Rigged Game?
11:32 The Truth About Phantom Job Postings
14:00 Remote Work: Expectations vs. Reality
15:28 Reacting to a TikTok Resignation
19:08 Should You Give Two Weeks' Notice?
20:33 Electronic Arts' $50 Billion Acquisition
22:05 The Realities of Being a SOC Analyst
26:37 AI and Workplace Efficiency
29:17 AI in Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Threats
34:52 The Impact of Offshoring on Jobs
38:02 The Rising Cost of the American Dream
42:05 The Consequences of Weak Passwords
49:27 Moral Dilemmas in AI Development
51:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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IIn this episode of The TechTual Talk, hosts Henri and Cybershortieee chat with Leander Howard, CMO of Write Sea. They discuss Leander’s journey from student athlete to entrepreneur, his experiences in tech and finance, the founding and growth of Write Sea, and the role of AI in career services and college education. The episode highlights networking, building personal brands, leveraging AI for resumes and interviews, and trends in higher education and job searching.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
13:24 Adobe Interview Experience
16:24 In-Person vs. Virtual Interviews
33:18 B2C vs B2B: A Comparative Analysis
37:37 Career Services and Student Support
39:05 The Importance of Internships
53:08 The Role of AI in Career Services
01:02:34 The Evolution of Retail and Shopping Trends
01:08:12 Debating Retail Stores: Ross, TJ Maxx, and Burlington
01:16:22 Insights into Write Sea's Business Model
01:29:35 Challenges and Opportunities in Higher Education
01:37:39 The Impact of AI on Education and Employment
01:38:03 Conclusion and Contact Information

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD chats with AJ Yawn and GRC practitioner Abdie Mohamed about the evolving field of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). They discuss how GRC roles are shifting to require more technical skills, like cloud and Python & debunk the myth that GRC is non-technical, and highlight the need for portfolios and ongoing learning. AJ also shares insights from his new book on GRC engineering and talks about the future of the profession.
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00:00 Introduction
04:55 Framework Parrots and Outdated Standards
11:12 The Rise of GRC Engineering
15:57 AI Tools and Learning Python
25:20 Founder's Journey: Building ByteCheck
38:11 GRC's Role in Cybersecurity
48:17 The Evolution of GRC Engineering
54:52 The Value of Portfolios and Practical Experience
01:03:56 Navigating the Job Market and Interviews
01:18:50 The Importance of Technical Skills in GRC
01:43:22 AJ's Future Plans and Book Tour

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, Dr. Jeree Spicer returns to share her journey from cybersecurity risk roles to earning her doctorate, launching a podcast, writing children's books, and exploring the intersection of cyber psychology & user behavior, and education on social media,all while candidly discussing career pivots, mentorship, representation, and balancing motherhood with a career in tech.
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04:36 Dr. Jeree’s Career Journey and Reflections
10:21 Challenges and Career Development
35:07 Transitioning to Remote Work and Cybersecurity Challenges
40:49 Navigating Careers in Cybersecurity
43:01 Podcasting and Content Creation Strategies
46:06 The Intersection of Cyber Psychology and Social Media
01:13:13 The Journey to a Doctorate in Science
01:19:32 Cybersecurity Awareness for Parents and Kids
01:26:54 Speech Delays and Early Childhood Development
01:41:11 Living with Crohn's Disease
01:47:56 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, @symonebeez shares her real journey into tech, dispels common misconceptions about breaking into the industry, talks about the value of hard work and realistic expectations, and emphasizes the importance of leveraging community, networking, and the right strategies to build a successful and lucrative tech career.
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00:00 The Reality of AI Careers
04:52 The Real Intro
05:13 Introducing Symone Beez
06:36 Symone's Journey in Tech
09:07 The Rise of Financial Starter Kit
14:31 The Challenges of GovTech Con
33:20 The Importance of Privacy in Tech Careers
37:57 Reposting Old Content and Social Media Reactions
38:58 Dealing with Criticism and Misunderstandings
40:10 The Challenges of Sharing Personal Information Online
41:23 The Importance of Career Strategy and Continuous Learning
43:41 Navigating Job Applications and Interviews
46:23 The Reality of Working in Tech
50:00 The Job Market and Application Strategies
55:15 The Role of Soft Skills in Tech Resumes
01:12:00 Hot Takes in the Industry
01:12:30 The Value of a Degree and Certifications
01:13:24 Networking and School Choices
01:14:06 The Importance of Hard Work and Structure
01:25:12 Overseas Government Contracting
01:27:35 Travel Experiences and Culture Shock
01:31:03 Final Advice and Community Building

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD interviews Tavis Mitchell, a former coaching client who tripled his salary by leveraging help desk roles as a foundation to move into high-paying IT positions. They discuss Tavis’s journey from teaching to IT, the importance of networking, certifications, optimizing LinkedIn, job hopping, and advancing within tech, emphasizing practical skills and career strategy.
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00:00 Introduction
06:40 Challenges and Insights in IT Roles
12:48 Interview Tips and Career Growth
19:33 Career Coaching and Success Stories
27:03 GRC Work and Technical Skills
33:17 New Role in Enterprise IT
35:11 The Importance of Legacy Technologies
45:29 Identity Access Management Explained
51:02 The Power of LinkedIn
56:36 Navigating Job Market Challenges
01:05:59 Financial Growth and Lifestyle Changes
01:09:34 The Value of Education and Networking
01:13:49 The Importance of Mentorship
01:20:41 Navigating Office Politics
01:24:23 Skills for Enterprise IT
01:26:54 The Role of Job Hopping in Career Growth
01:34:17 The Impact of Sports on Professional Life

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk HD and Cybershortieee cover the Tea app new hack, where private messages were leaked. They also discuss paloalto $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk, St. Paul suffered a cuber attack, oversharing in tech careers, the risks of AI deepfakes, and corporate workplace issues. #technews #corporateamerica #cybersecurity

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00:00 The Disappearance of Black Women in Tech

07:27 The Real Intro

08:03 The Tea App hacked again

13:40 Cybersecurity Breaches and Government Response

19:03 Palo Alto's $25 BILLION Acquisition of CyberArk

22:07 Skechers' New Child Safety Feature

27:47 Trump's Stance on Hiring Practices in Tech

31:20 AI Deepfake Scandal Involving Minors

35:12 Parental Guidance in the Digital Age

38:07 Workday's AI Bias Lawsuit

41:49 Cybersecurity Threats in Aviation

45:18 Click Fixx Social Engineering Attack

58:01 Dark Web Purchases: A Cautionary Tale

01:01:57 Workplace Idea Theft

01:05:24 Episode Wrap-Up and Future Plans

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Welcome back to another episode of The TechTual Talk! In today’s episode, hosts HD and CyberShortiee dive deep into some hot-button issues, including the recent Tea App data leak, the ins and outs of job scams, privacy concerns with ChatGPT, and Millenial Managers are taking over the workforce

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00:00 intro

03:18 Real-Life Job Scam Examples

10:57 The Rise of AI in Job Scams

18:31 North Korean IT Worker Schemes

31:00 The Tea App Data Leak

46:11 AI's Impact on Black Communities

01:01:53 Sam Altman on ChatGPT Data Confidentiality

01:18:06 Back to School Cyber Safety Tips

01:26:07 Reminiscing About Old Phones

01:29:25 Navigating the Job Market with AI

01:33:41 The Shift to Hybrid Work

01:35:35 Millennials as Managers

01:54:00 Corporate America Realities

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