Category: News
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Illinois Privacy Compliance: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know
The Rising Stakes of Data Privacy. Whether you’re running a family-owned retail shop, growing a medical practice, or managing multiple office locations, if you handle customer or employee data, privacy compliance applies to you. In Illinois, two of the strictest privacy laws in the country—the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) and the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA)—create clear legal obligations…
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The Scammers Almost Got Me
They almost got me. A week ago, we filed a new trademark application.Yesterday morning, we got an email.Looked official.Said a few items were missing from the application.Said we needed to send info to the USPTO. All day, I was thinking about that email.Telling myself, get the info together.Don’t want to mess up the process.Don’t want…
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The Balance Between DIY and Professional Tech Support
How do you balance empowering employees to create technology solutions while maintaining IT oversight and governance? There’s a growing trend among business decision-makers who are stepping into “citizen developer” roles, using low-code or no-code platforms like Microsoft Power Apps or Power Automate. By leveraging their unique insights into everyday business challenges, these individuals are creating…
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Beyond Certifications – The Cybersecurity Skill That Sets Leaders Apart
Certifications Open Doors, But They Don’t Make You Boardroom-Ready. I’ve met countless professionals who believe that earning certifications like CISSP, CISM, Security+, etc. is the key to advancing their careers. And while certifications are valuable—they demonstrate expertise, commitment, and a solid understanding of best practices—there’s one critical skill they don’t teach: how to communicate security…
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Approaching January 1st, 2025
As we approach 2025, I’m excited to share some big goals I’ve set for myself and my business. Every November, I reflect on ways to grow, both personally and professionally, and this past November was no different. Here’s a glimpse into what I’m focusing on in 2025: Writing and Publishing My First Book This year,…
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What is Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Why Does It Matter?
Imagine an AI system that could not only assist with routine tasks but also make strategic decisions, transforming industries overnight. This is the promise of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), a technology poised to reshape the business landscape. Unlike today’s AI systems, which excel at specific tasks like language translation or image recognition, AGI aspires to…
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From NPD to the Cloud: Why Businesses Must Prioritize Cybersecurity Now
The recent National Public Data (NPD) breach, which compromised the personal information of over a million individuals, serves as a stark reminder of the ever-growing need for strengthened cybersecurity measures. As organizations increasingly rely on digital platforms to store sensitive data, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. Data breaches are no longer isolated incidents—they…
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Embracing AI in SMBs: Driving Competitiveness and Efficiency Through Technology
In a rapidly evolving business landscape, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are at a critical juncture where adopting advanced technologies is no longer a luxury but a necessity for survival and growth. Artificial Intelligence (AI), once the preserve of large corporations with deep pockets, is now becoming the driving force behind SMB competitiveness and operational…
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Approaching January 1st, 2024
As we approach the dawn of 2024, seize the opportunity to shape your year starting right now… Empower Your Journey: Unlock Success Together Let’s embark on a journey of growth and achievement in 2024 together. Wylie Blanchard In the meantime, here are a few of my activities from 2023:
