# Why Your Biggest Security Threat Isn’t Hackers – It’s Your Humans

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Podcast: [Do Small Business Like a Big Boss Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760)
Published: 2026-02-11T17:10:33+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Do Small Business Like a Big Boss , host Aisha Jorge Massengill , Founder of Sedgwick Andrews Legal & Consulting, LLC , sits down with Carter Schoenberg , Chief Cybersecurity Officer at SoundWay Consulting, Inc. , to discuss the human side of cybersecurity—why it’s the biggest threat and how small businesses can protect themselves. Carter brings decades of cybersecurity experience, sharing insights into the human element’s role in organizational security. He also discusses the impact of AI on cybersecurity, the importance of HR and IT collaboration, and why cybersecurity is not just for big companies but for small businesses too. This conversation highlights real-world lessons every entrepreneur needs to hear to ensure their business stays secure in today’s digital world. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Cybersecurity is essential for businesses of all sizes : Understand why even small businesses are targets. The human element is the weakest link : Why employees must be educated and involved in protecting sensitive data. Best practices for employee onboarding and offboarding : Protect your business during employee transitions. The impact of AI on cybersecurity : How artificial intelligence is reshaping the security landscape. Balancing security with business growth : How to ensure security doesn't slow down your momentum. ⏱️ Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – “The human is the weakest link” – Opening discussion on the human factor in cybersecurity 04:55 – The importance of cybersecurity for small businesses 12:04 – The human element in cybersecurity 20:06 – Best practices for employee offboarding 25:04 – Balancing security with growth 34:00 – The impact of AI on cybersecurity 38:59 – Final thoughts on small business success 👤 About the Guest: Carter…

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