Episode 240 - Dr. Eric Cole: Protecting Yourself From Cybersecurity Attacks

<p>Since the Internet has become an important part of our lives, the cyberattacks have grown in number, significance, and&nbsp;the damage they can do to us. Unfortunately, most people still&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;take cybersecurity seriously because they believe only the important institutions are targeted.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>But, as our guest&nbsp;<strong>today&nbsp;</strong>stressed many times in this episode, everybody is a target, regardless of their financial status, and it’s our job to protect ourselves. Luckily, as cyberattacks intensify, so does cybersecurity, and there are people like Dr. Cole that have made it their mission to make cyberspace a safe place to live, work, and raise a family.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>Dr. Eric Cole is a distinguished cybersecurity expert and keynote speaker, with more than 30 years of experience, who helps organizations curtail the risk of cyber threats. He has worked with a variety of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to top International organizations, banks, CIA, and&nbsp;he’s&nbsp;been the featured speaker at many security events and has been interviewed by several chief media outlets, such as CNN, CBS News, Fox News, 60 Minutes.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>Eric focuses on creating, enhancing, and solving complex problems. He is the founder of Secure Anchor Consulting – a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions and services. As you can tell by this description already,&nbsp;he’s&nbsp;the go-to guy for all the&nbsp;cybersecurity&nbsp;concerns you might have, whether in your personal or your professional life.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>If you want to find out more about the first&nbsp;steps&nbsp;you can take right now, to protect your online life, then tune into&nbsp;<strong>Episode 240&nbsp;</strong>of&nbsp;<strong>Becoming Your Best,&nbsp;</strong>and learn cybersecurity 101 from an industry expert!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p><strong>Some questions I ask:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>What’s&nbsp;your background, and how did you end up in cybersecurity? (02:22)&nbsp;</li><li>How di