In this episode, Vic Pepe interviews Rick Mischka, a multifaceted individual with a rich background in military service, cybersecurity, and professional volleyball. Rick shares his journey from growing up on a goat farm to becoming a Green Beret, and later transitioning into a successful career in cybersecurity and coaching volleyball. Throughout the conversation, Rick emphasizes the life lessons learned from his military experience, the importance of integrity, and the value of education and teamwork. He also reflects on his time as a professional athlete and coach, highlighting the significance of academic achievements in sports. In this conversation, Rick Mischka shares his journey from academia to cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of human factors in security breaches and the evolving landscape of threats. He discusses the concept of Blue Ocean Strategy in business, highlighting the need for innovation and differentiation. The conversation also touches on the significance of testing cybersecurity measures and the growing market for cybersecurity solutions. In this conversation, Vic Pepe and Rick Mischka delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, focusing on the implications of software as a service, the growing attack surface due to IoT and social media, and the importance of continuous threat exposure management. They discuss the balance between convenience and security in smart home devices, the necessity of upgrading home networks, and the cost-effectiveness of continuous penetration testing. The dialogue emphasizes the need for proactive governance and risk management strategies, the importance of long-term solutions, and the hybrid approach to building and buying cybersecurity solutions. They also touch on the challenges faced by large organizations in maintaining security and the future risks posed by AI and voice cloning. Please Comment, Like, Share, and Subscribe! #shorts #shortsfeed #podcast #leaders #stories #podcast #courage #business #Success #Leadership #Motivation #Inspiration #SelfImprovement #PersonalDevelopment #GoalSetting #Mindset #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess #LifeGoals #PositiveThinking #AchieveYourGoals #SuccessMindset #LeadershipSkills #MotivationalQuotes #SuccessTips #LeadershipDevelopment #InspirationalVideos #SuccessStories #money #life #rockandroll #music #CEO #COO #CFO #CAO #nextjob #goodtimes #success