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Cyber Security for Small Businesses What Actually Puts You at Risk
Mar 09, 2026
Episode 215
Donnie Hathaway
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Cybersecurity can feel complicated, but this conversation makes it practical. In Episode 215, Peter Jalaff breaks down what small business owners actually need to pay attention to, why local businesses are still at risk, and the simple steps that can make a big difference.
If you use email, a CRM, shared files, client records, or online tools to run your business, this one is worth your time.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why small businesses are still a target for cybercrime
- The biggest access and password mistakes business owners make
- Why multi-factor authentication is the easiest first step
- How phishing and AI-powered scams are getting more believable
- What to do now so you are prepared if something goes wrong
About Peter Jalaff:
Peter Jalaff is the founder of Valdivia Solutions, a Tampa-based IT consulting firm focused on identity management, access control, and cybersecurity solutions for businesses. He brings decades of experience helping organizations manage security, compliance, and user access more effectively.
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