Cybersecurity with Heart: Why Positive Reinforcement is the Future of Digital Safety

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In this eye-opening episode, Romie Montpeirous sits down with Craig Taylor , cybersecurity expert, psychologist, and CEO of CyberHoot , to explore a powerful shift happening in cybersecurity— from punishment to positive reinforcement . With over 30 years of experience protecting organizations from digital threats, Craig shares why human behavior—not technology—is the real battleground in cyber risk, and how his unique background in psychology is helping change the way companies approach security training. You’ll learn: Why phishing is still the #1 threat to your company—and what most security training gets wrong The surprising impact of rewarding good behavior vs. punishing bad clicks How psychology and cybersecurity can (and should) work hand-in-hand What small businesses can do in just 5 minutes a month to dramatically reduce risk How password hygiene, social engineering, and AI are reshaping the threat landscape What leaders must know about AGI, public vs.