Career Pivots and Cyber Paths: Eunice's Path from Medicine to Cybersecurity

Have you ever had to completely pivot your career dreams? On the latest Episode of Inclusive Cyber, I sat down with Eunice A. Golloh a cybersecurity professional  with a remarkable story of determination and adaptability.

Eunice's journey began with dreams of becoming a doctor, but the financial challenges of medical school led her to explore other options. Thanks to a friend’s recommendation, she discovered cybersecurity—a field she knew nothing about at the time. Fast forward nearly a decade, and she’s thriving in a career she loves, pursuing her doctoral degree, and inspiring others to step into their potential.

💡 Key takeaways from our conversation:
Don’t fear the pivot. Sometimes life’s biggest opportunities come disguised as detours.
Certifications + determination = momentum. Eunice’s first steps into cybersecurity started with certifications, self-study, and sheer grit.

Mentorship matters. She emphasized the importance of finding mentors and a support network to push you forward when you feel stuck.

Know your "why." Eunice’s nonprofit, Impact Wave Initiative, is dedicated to helping young women discover their purpose through mentorship, financial literacy, and leadership workshops.

👉 What’s your “pivot” story? How have you reinvented yourself or supported someone on their journey? Share your thoughts below!

Show Notes

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eunice-a-golloh-53b664153/
Impact Wave Initiative - https://iiwave.org

Book Recommendations
Find Your Why: A Practical Guide for Discovering Purpose for You and Your Team By Simon Sinek
The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction
• 4:26 Medical Profession
• 6:29 Family Support
• 7:19 Pivoting from Medical to IT/Cyber Career
• 12:06 What Advice would you give Yourself Now?
• 16:07 How Much Time did it take to pivot and land your 1st Cyber Job?
• 20:44 Mentor Discussion
• 23:09 What has suprised you about the Cybersecurity Industry?
• 24:41 AI Discussion
• 26:54 What Advice would you tell Students or Transitional Professionals on how to land their frist Cyber Job?
• 28:15 Entrepreneurship Journey
• 30:55 Non-Profit Organization - Impact Wave Initiative
• 33:16 Book Recommendations
• 35:52 Conclusion