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Why Prediction Markets Replace Traditional Polling
Prediction markets like Polymarket are displacing traditional pollsters by aligning incentives with accuracy. Financial services leaders should shift from polling reports to market-based sentiment data.
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Tokenization: The Freight Train Disrupting Finance
Discover how tokenization and prediction markets are fundamentally reshaping financial services—and why traditional firms are building yesterday's solutions for tomorrow's world.
SMS Security Crisis: Why Crypto Scams Keep Working
Explore how blockchain technology and cryptographic signatures can solve SMS-based crypto scams—and why user behavior, not technology, remains the real barrier.
AI Won't Replace You—Being Average Will
Learn why execution skills are becoming obsolete and how to shift from following instructions to creating strategic value in the AI era.
AI Is Coming for Tasks, Not Jobs—Yet
AI will displace 50% of knowledge workers by targeting tasks, not roles. Learn why top performers are safe and how to future-proof your career in the next 1-5 years.
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#3: Caroline Wong
Explore Caroline Wong's journey in the security industry, as she discusses writing her influential book, finding mentorship, and balancing life as a working mom. Gain insights into her career path and the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way.
The Growing Your Career Video Series
Discover a transformative video series designed to boost your information security career. Based on a new book, these concise videos offer insights and include a live Q&A session for personalized advice.
#2: Mike Zusman
Join host Jay Schulman as he delves into Mike Zusman's journey from developer to founder of Carve Systems. Discover Mike's pivotal career moments, the balance of family life, and insights on thriving in the security industry.
Top 5 Security Career Struggles
Explore the top 5 struggles in security careers, from being a "one trick pony" to misdirected anger, and discover actionable solutions to overcome these hurdles for growth and success.
#1: Justin Weissert
Discover Justin Weissert's inspiring journey from intern to Director at CrowdStrike in the new Building a Life and Career in Security podcast. Learn about his career decisions, challenges, and key advice for budding security professionals.
My New Book Is Out (and it’s free)
Discover invaluable career guidance in my new book, "Building A Life and Career in Security," available for free this week on Amazon. Learn how to kickstart and elevate your career with ease!
Building a Life and Career in Security - Jay Schulman
As I’ve looked at my own path and helped others along their journey, there is a framework for success in information security.
On Writing A Security Book
Discover the journey behind writing "Building a Life and Career in Security," a new book offering insights and advice on advancing your information security career. Join the conversation on career growth!
4 Security Things You Should Know
In the wake of the Ashley Madison breach, discover four crucial security tips to safeguard your digital life, including e-mail practices, using password managers, timely updates, and online privacy awareness.
4 Things You Should Tell Your Non-Infosec Friends
Discover four crucial security tips to share with non-tech-savvy friends, from avoiding work emails for personal use to employing password managers. Learn how to help secure their digital lives.
#0: Season 1 Introduction
Dive into Season 1 of the Building A Life and Career in Security Podcast, where Jay Schulman interviews security pros about their career journeys, pivotal decisions, and lessons learned. Tune in for insights!
The 14 Best YouTube Videos to Grow Your Security Career
Discover the top 14 YouTube videos to enhance your information security career, covering foundational skills, security metrics, management, application security, and awareness in quick, engaging formats.