Rebel Executives

Dawn talks with Roddy Bergeron, Cybersecurity Technical Fellow at Sherweb, about why businesses keep buying cybersecurity and still struggle with it. Roddy lays out his "four P's" of a security program (people, policy, process, and technology, in that order) and explains why a tool-first approach leads to misconfigured, underused security. They dig into how MSPs talk to clients in "nerd" instead o...

Dawn sits down with Robert Sharp, President and CEO of HENNGE Inc., the US arm of Japan's leading SMB cloud identity security company. They dig into why identity has become the new front door to every business, how attackers shifted from breaking in to logging in once COVID pushed everyone to the cloud, and why MFA alone isn't the finish line. They also cover the licensing gap that leaves many sma...

Dawn Sizer interviews Josh Hohbein about what business owners should look for when evaluating a Managed Service Provider (MSP). They discuss the surprisingly low barrier to entry in the MSP industry, the risks of inexperienced providers managing critical business systems, and why operational maturity matters more than company size or years in business. Ask your MSP two simple questions: How are yo...

AI is already inside most businesses, whether leadership approved it or not. In this episode I spoke with Saurabh Sahir of Kipling Secure about the growing problem of ungoverned AI use in small and midsized businesses. Employees are using AI tools, browser extensions, embedded features, personal accounts and transcription devices to work faster. Most are not trying to create risk. They are trying...

In this episode of Rebel Executives, we dive into the world of business growth and operational excellence with Larry Garcia from Strety. Discover how implementing a business operating system can revolutionize your company's scalability and efficiency. Dawn and Larry share their expert insights, practical tips, and real-world examples to help you unlock your business's full potential. Whether you'r...

Cyber Security can be expensive. Hiring a CISO even more so. There are ways of making both affordable. David Primor (who was the Executive Director of the Israel National Cyber Directorate) CEO of Founder of Cynomi joins us to tell us how!

Controlling the Chaos of business and life is impossible. Learning to live and thrive in the chaos is completely do-able. Join Dawn and Corinne as they talk through the process.

The US leaving Afghanistan was as smooth as a bad teenage break up. West Point grad, Retired Army Col., PhD., Author and CNN Commentator Jeff McCausland is BACK! He fills us in on what could have gone better, why it didn't, and how to apply lessons learned to your business.

Can your business survive a change in market? Gary Norris can help you test your business and make it so it can. Learn about removing obstacles so that you can be your own vehicle for growth no matter what is going on in the world.

Kyle Slaymaker joins me to explain how to use Clubhouse to launch your coaching career and understanding the selling process.

Ever wonder how patent infringement is investigated or how they brought down Pirate Bay? This episode is all about the (not so) seedy underbelly of corporate and private investigations. Dawn's guest Ski (Mike Jaczewski) tells us what it's like to be a gumshoe detective in 2021!

Episode 19 is all about how to patent an idea or thing and make money on it. Trevor Prentice from The IP Link schools us on patents - how to get them, protect them, and ways to monetize them.

Does your accounting add up? This episode is all about the little mistakes we all make in our book keeping and how to avoid making them. Listen in as Dawn and Matt go over a few things to avoid as well as how to really make the most out of your accounting.

If you though Estate Planning was for old people, you are dead wrong! Could you business survive if you were laid up for weeks or months? With the right planning, it can! Listen in as Pam and Dawn go over what you need to get a plan in place.

Dawn and her guest Kathy Svetina of NewCastle Finance talk about why you need a fractional CFO. Find out what difference a CFO can make for your business. Learn about the differences between a controller and a CFO. The best part? Kathy's business is just for other women business owners!

Want a checklist of how you can better motivate your employees without it costing an arm and a leg? This episode lays it out for you. Dawn's guest is Ann Mushendwa, a clinical psychologist that goes though her tried and true methods of motivating different people with different personalities.

Dawn and Nicky talk about revaluating your life, job and choices to find your authentic self. They get to the heart of what motivates you and how to find your own personal super power.

Dawn and Holly talk about creating a strategy for your business to take it from a side hustle to a legit business. Learn what to do, ,what NOT to do and when to go about making it all happen.

Learn how to craft a knockout and kickass executive resume. If you're heading into leadership, management, or haven't looked at yours in more than a few years, you MUST listen to this episode. Dawn & Michele give you all the info you need to stand out, and get noticed!

Brands use social media channels to build awareness, drive sales, and create raving fans. Dawn and her guest Heather tell you how to build a following and become a social butterfly without investing every waking moment on social media.

This episode is the essential guide to the employee lifecycle. Dawn & Tonya talk through hiring, onboarding, retaining, and terminating your employees. Great tips on what language to use in your job descriptions to get the right candidate, and how to adjust your benefits package for the talent you have, not the talent you had 10 years ago. But wait... there's more!

David Somerfleck and I talk about the Dalai Lama and digital marketing in plain English for your business. In case you're wondering, you don't have to use the Dalai Lama in your digital strategy, but you definitely do need a strategy. Listen in to get started.

Jeff McCausland joins me to talk about how leaders operate under stress. He explains how we as leaders make hard decisions. Finally, he tell us how he recreates the leadership skills of many battlefield commanders, on the actual battlefields, to mould your staff into leaders who can move at the speed of trust.

David Blain from McKonly & Asbury joins me to talk business accounting. Get details on how to turn 2020 into a win, even if you had a loss using different federal, state, and local programs. Get real insight on your tax liabilities & what tax credits you qualify for.