{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Simply Secured","title":"Cyber Journeys: Transition, Leadership, and Trekking with Bill \"The Reel Bilbo\" Boston","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/59574b14\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2625,"description":"This week we chat with Bill Boston, also known as 'The Real Bilbo,' to explore his extensive journey from IT support roles to becoming a cybersecurity professional.\nWith over 20 years in support and a strong background in healthcare and consulting, Bill shares unique insights into overcoming mental health challenges, the importance of being fair, friendly, and firm, and how his military experience shaped his career. He also delves into the roles of generative AI in personal and professional settings and offers valuable advice for veterans transitioning into cybersecurity roles.\nTune in for an engaging conversation packed with real stories, career tips, and wisdom from the trenches of cybersecurity.\nConnect with The Reel Bilbo!\n- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-boston-3860b856/\n- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheReelBillbo\n- Discord: @TheReelBilbo\nChapters:\n00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Bill Boston aka The Reel Bilbo\n02:23 Bill Boston's Journey into Cybersecurity\n06:08 Military Experience and Transition to IT\n09:55 Advice for Veterans Entering Cybersecurity\n11:59 Utilizing AI in Personal and Professional Life\n16:02 Empowering IT Professionals in Cybersecurity\n18:56 Creating and Sharing Knowledge through Videos\n23:20 Types of Leaders and Early Career Challenges\n25:54 The Three F's of Leadership\n26:59 The Importance of Kindness in Leadership\n27:20 Trekking as a Means of Recharging\n31:48 Backpacking Logistics and Comparisons to Cybersecurity\n34:40 Rapid Fire Questions\n43:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell\n==========================================================\nConnect with your host: James R. McQuiggan:\nLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jmcquiggan\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesmcquiggancissp\nWebsite: https://jamesmcquiggan.com\nTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesmcquiggan.cissp\nEmail: James@jamesmcquiggan.com\n==========================================================\nSimply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/GOEChDV7CpJel03CU9YCfsEh8Wvm3iEoFG4SoN29eKE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lM2Fj/ZTE4NDUxODkxZDU5/YjQ0ODYzMTlhMzNj/YWJmZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}