Gone Phishing
Building Strong Teams and Fostering Personal Growth in the Cybersecurity Industry (with James Abercrombie)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into the importance of building strong teams and fostering personal growth with guest James Abercrombie from Acronis. They explore the dynamics of authentic leadership, the impact of vulnerability in the workplace, and how to cu...
Navigating cybersecurity challenges for small businesses (with Reg Harnish)
In today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into cybersecurity challenges faced by SMBs with Reg Harnish, founder and CEO of Orbital Fire. Reg shares his extensive experience in the cybersecurity realm, having previously co-founded and served as CTO of Autotask. They disc...
Should you company be using AI? (with Bobby Jacobs)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into whether businesses should be leveraging AI with guest Bobby Jacobs (Head of Growth - Thread). Together, they explore the multifaceted implications of adopting AI in a corporate environment. Bobby and Connor discuss the prac...
Mastering Market Differentiation: Strategies for MSPs and Vendors (with Alex Farling)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) dives into the complexities of differentiation in a crowded MSP (Managed Service Provider) and vendor market with guest Alex Farling (Co-Founder - Empath). They unpack the challenges and strategies for standing out, the importance of understandi...
Building a cult-like following: Why does brand matter so much (with Wes Spencer)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) dives into the fascinating world of branding and how to build a cult-like following with guest Wes Spencer (Co-founder of Empath). They discuss the importance of creating a strong brand, the unexpected ways that a brand culture can develop, and ...
Building long-lasting meaningful relationships in business (with Jeff Benedetti)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) dives into the nuances of building long-lasting meaningful relationships in business with guest Jeff Benedetti, SVP of Sales at CyberQP. Together, they explore the fundamental aspects of relationship-building in the business world and share thei...
Bridging the gap between security teams and end users (with Adam Walter)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) dives deep into the concept of engaging with end users in the realm of cybersecurity with Adam Walter (Founder/President of HumanizeIT)The discussion covers a wide range of topics from defining who end users are to the importance of empathy and ...
Why one layer of cybersecurity isn’t enough (with Nick Wolf)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) sits down with Nick Wolf (Director of Partner Acquisition at Cork) to demystify cybersecurity for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). They delve into Nick's extensive experience in the MSP industry, the transition toward comprehensive cybe...
Enhancing Cybersecurity Through Third Party Risk Assessments (with Matt Quammen)
On today's episode of Phin Security, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into the critical importance of third-party risk assessments with Matt Quammen, president and co-founder of Optimize Cyber. They explore how third-party risk assessments and penetration testing help businesses n...
Protecting Kids Online: Addressing Cyber Threats for Generation Alpha (with Will brooks)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into the challenges and dangers Gen Alpha faces online. Connor is joined by Will Brooks (Channel Chief - Fifth Wall Solutions), who shares his unique perspective and personal experiences as a new father. They discuss the mental ...
Navigating the Future of MSPs: Consolidation and the Cybersecurity Poverty Line (with Michael Riggs)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into the world of Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and the future of the MSP channel with special guest Michael Riggs. They explore key trends, hurdles, and strategic insights for MSPs striving to navigate the evolving cybersecu...
The Role of MSPs in Cyber Risk Management (with Matt Quammen)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) delves into the world of cyber risk management with guest Matt Quammen, the co-founder and president of Optimize Cyber.Takeaways* Matt discusses the importance of MSPs in making cyber risk an approachable topic for businesses and emphasizes the ...
The Role of Money in Motivation and Company Culture (with Jeff Benedetti)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into the drivers of motivation within a company with Jeff Benedetti (SVP of Sales - Cyber QP). They discuss the balance between monetary and non-monetary incentives, the significance of company culture, and effective ways to mea...
How Do MSPs Increase Employee Satisfaction (with Wes Spencer)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) delves into the fascinating world of Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and employee satisfaction with the insightful Wes Spencer, co-founder of Empath. They explore various strategies and perspectives on how MSPs can not only retain but also elev...
The Connection Between Tarot and Self-Help Practices (with Alexandria Boyd)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) dives into a fascinating discussion with Alexandria Boyd (Director of Sales at OITVoIP) about the often misunderstood world of tarot cards and their connection to self-help practices. They challenge preconceived notions about tarot, explore how ...
Cultivating a Robust Sales Organization (with Jeff Benedetti)
In this episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) interviews Jeff Benedetti, SVP of Sales at CyberQP, about building a successful sales organization and go-to-market strategy. They discuss the importance of company culture, targeting the right audience, and avoiding common mistakes in building a g...
Rethinking the Role of Human Behavior in Cybersecurity Breaches (with Connor Swalm)
On today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) delves into the complex relationship between human behavior and cybersecurity. He challenges the widespread industry approach that blames human error for security breaches and advocates for a more holistic view of security responsibilities. In t...
Security through Laziness (with Adam Walter)
In this episode of Gone Phishing, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) and Adam Walter (Founder/President of HumantizeIT) discuss the concept of security through laziness. They explore how laziness can be a virtue in engineering and how it can be applied to security practices. They share examples of l...
Unlocking MSP Growth: Overcoming the $10 Million Ceiling (with Wes Spencer)
Are MSPs hitting a growth ceiling, and what's driving founders to seek buyouts at their peak? Host Connor Swalm and special guest Wes Spencer, co-founder of Empath, discuss why MSPs struggle to expand beyond $10-12 million in revenue and how Empath is rewriting the rules with innovative training met...
How to Turn Failure into Fuel for Success (with Kyle Christensen)
Ever felt like you're just faking it, waiting to be exposed as a fraud? Join Connor Swalm and Kyle Christensen as they delve deep into the world of imposter syndrome. From defining its nuances to sharing personal experiences, they uncover the crippling effects of self-doubt and the power of resilien...