Source: Forbes Coaches Council
Cybersecurity is often underestimated until the impact becomes immediate and unavoidable.
A Real-World Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call
Tamara Patzer, creator of the Daily Success Media Network, shares how she became a target of cybercrime — and how reading Easy Prey helped her understand the risks many businesses overlook.
She highlights a key realization:
“As a small business owner, I found out that I was the perfect target for cybercriminals… I thought it wouldn’t happen to me — until it did.”
This mindset is common — and it’s exactly what creates exposure.
The Risk Most Businesses Underestimate
Many organizations assume their systems are protected — often relying on hosting providers or basic tools without a structured cybersecurity strategy.
But modern business operations depend heavily on:
- Cloud platforms and applications
- Email and communication systems
- Customer and financial data
- Websites and online services
When these systems are compromised, the impact is immediate — and often costly.
Are You Properly Protected?
Most businesses don’t realize where they’re exposed until after an incident. A structured cybersecurity approach can identify risks before they become costly problems.
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Why Disaster Recovery Matters
A key theme in the Forbes article is preparedness.
Without proper backup and disaster recovery planning, businesses risk:
- Extended downtime
- Data loss
- Financial impact
- Damage to reputation and client trust
Having a backup isn’t enough — it needs to be structured, tested, and reliable.
The Bigger Picture
Cybersecurity is no longer just about preventing attacks — it’s about ensuring your business can continue operating when something goes wrong.
The organizations that take this seriously will:
- Reduce operational risk
- Recover faster from incidents
- Protect critical business data
- Maintain client trust
Because the reality is simple:
It’s not a matter of if something happens — it’s whether you’re prepared when it does.
Read the Full Forbes Article
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Take the Next Step
If your organization is unsure whether your systems are properly protected, now is the time to evaluate your risk.
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About Darren Coleman
Darren Coleman is the CEO of Coleman Technologies, a managed IT, cybersecurity, and AI solutions firm based in Langley, BC. He advises organizations on reducing risk, protecting critical systems, and aligning technology with long-term business outcomes.
