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Mentors, Soft Skills & Mindset: A Cybersecurity Story (Guest: Aaleyah Evans)

October 13, 2025 • Courageous Daring Wonderful You, LLC • Season 2 • Episode 29

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Is leadership just for those in corner offices?

Not so fast. Meet a Bahamian computer scientist, Aaleyah Evans, whose early career in cybersecurity and academia challenged every stereotype—proving that relatability, mentorship, and mistakes are the real fuel for future leaders.

Listen in for honest stories about building confidence, tackling mistakes head-on, and the power of company-led mentorship to inspire the next wave of tech talent.

If cybersecurity sounds all code and no people, this episode will flip that script—showing how soft skills, digital literacy, and a commitment to lifting others can shape the future.

Aaleyah leaves us with the ultimate challenge: “If not now, when? If not you, who?”

Connect with us:

Dawn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnbutler1/

Aaleyah:

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaleyah-s-evans/

Cybergirl IG: https://www.instagram.com/cybergirl_security

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