What does it really take to get hired in today's job market?

In this episode of the Hacker Proof HQ Podcast, we sit down with Nate Wylie, Founder of Infinate Talent and Career Hacker Nate, to discuss the realities of modern recruiting, the impact of AI on hiring, career growth, networking, and what recruiters are really looking for.

With over 15 years of talent acquisition experience including helping scale technical recruiting at Lyft, Nate shares practical advice for job seekers, recruiters, founders, and anyone navigating today's evolving world of work.

• How fractional talent acquisition works

• Where recruiters find top talent

• What candidates don't see from the recruiter's perspective

• AI's impact on hiring and job applications

• How to stand out in a competitive job market

• Whether entry-level jobs are disappearing

• Why recruiters ghost candidates

• LinkedIn optimization and networking strategies

• Common mistakes that cost candidates job offers

Whether you're searching for your next opportunity, hiring top talent, or looking to grow your career, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can apply right away.

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Can life insurance be more than just protection for your family?

In this episode of the Hacker Proof HQ Podcast, hosts Daniel Imhans and Olawale Shogbola sit down with Bokar Diaby, Founder of The New Standard Financials, to discuss how properly structured life insurance can become a powerful financial tool for building wealth, creating liquidity, planning for retirement, and creating generational wealth.

Bokar shares practical insights from his experience in technology, finance, sales, and entrepreneurship, breaking down common misconceptions about life insurance and explaining how it can fit into a long-term financial strategy.

• How cash value life insurance works

• Employer-sponsored vs. privately owned life insurance

• Borrowing against your life insurance policy

• Common myths about life insurance

• Building wealth and financial flexibility

• Why young professionals should start planning early

• Strategies for entrepreneurs and families

Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to diversify your wealth-building strategy, this episode offers actionable insights to help you make informed decisions.

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In this episode, we sit down with Rubena Uyeh, a Supply Chain Cybersecurity Specialist, to discuss her journey from college student to cybersecurity professional at a Fortune 100 company.

Rubena shares how she secured internships, won over $170,000 in scholarships, built a strong professional network, and successfully launched her career in cybersecurity. We also dive into the realities of working in the field, the certifications that helped her stand out, what employers look for in candidates, and why understanding the business side of cybersecurity is critical for long-term success.

Whether you're a student exploring cybersecurity, an early-career professional looking to grow, or someone curious about supply chain security, this episode is packed with practical advice and actionable insights.

🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

• Breaking into cybersecurity while in college

• Scholarship opportunities and application strategies

• Certifications that can accelerate your career

• Standing out in internships and interviews

• What a Supply Chain Cybersecurity Specialist actually does

• Cybersecurity frameworks and risk assessments

• Internship compensation and career growth opportunities

• Challenges and realities of working in cybersecurity

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At just 23 years old, Kofi Asibey is already a Senior Data Scientist at HP in the United States, making six figures while leading impactful work in AI, automation, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.

In this episode, Kofi shares his journey into Data Science, how he built his career so quickly, and what it really takes to succeed in one of the fastest-growing industries in tech.

We discuss:

• How Kofi got into Data Science

• Making six figures at 23

• A day in the life of a Senior Data Scientist at HP

• AI and the future of work

• Technical skills every aspiring Data Scientist should learn

• Data cleaning, forecasting, and machine learning

• Salary expectations and career growth in tech

• Challenges of breaking into the Data Science field

• Advice for students and young professionals

Kofi also shares insights on project ownership, building models with 96%+ accuracy, automating workflows, and using analytics to drive smarter business decisions.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Oluwadamilola Obamehinti, a cybersecurity executive with over 15 years of experience working across Fortune 100 companies like eBay and the Founder of Cyber Culture.

She shares her journey from building a successful career in cybersecurity to leaving Silicon Valley to start her own company, along with the real strategies that helped her grow her personal brand and expand her influence in the tech space.

We dive into practical insights on breaking into cybersecurity, navigating corporate environments, building a strong C-Suite network, and attracting high-value clients. Oluwadamilola also breaks down the differences between GRC and Incident Response, the evolving role of certifications in tech, and the emerging risks around AI and security.

This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to grow in tech, transition into cybersecurity, or build a long-term, sustainable career.

⏱️ Timestamps:

0:00 Opening Remarks & Appreciation

1:04 Meet Oluwadamilola Obamehinti

1:33 Cyber Culture & Her Entrepreneurial Ventures

3:23 Her Cybersecurity Career Journey

4:56 Transition Into Entrepreneurship

5:16 Why She Made the Leap

5:54 Biggest Challenge in Building Her Brand

6:30 How She Built Her Personal Brand

8:00 Posting on LinkedIn While Working in Corporate

9:08 Building a C-Suite Network

10:06 Navigating C-Suite Conversations

11:16 9–5 vs Entrepreneurship

12:19 GRC vs Incident Response

13:15 Breaking Into Big Tech

14:58 Do Certifications & Degrees Still Matter?

16:24 Cyber Culture Scholarships & Membership

17:20 Clients & Services

18:59 How Cyber Culture Started

19:41 Tech Exit Strategies

20:45 How to Get Clients

22:00 Cybersecurity Consulting Areas

23:15 AI Security Risks

25:22 Identifying AI Scams

26:54 Roadmap to Top Companies

28:51 Soft Skills in Tech

29:58 Future of Cyber Culture

31:05 Corporate Politics Strategies

33:51 Growing HackerproofHQ

35:00 Closing Remarks

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5 senior cybersecurity leaders sit down for an unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to build a career and a security program from the ground up.

This panel covers imposter syndrome in leadership, getting fired for integrity, transitioning from military to cybersecurity, why curiosity beats certifications, personal branding for security professionals, and how trust and relationships are the real foundation of cybersecurity.

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- Dd Budiharto — Chief Security Advisor, Microsoft (Oil, Gas & Energy): https://www.linkedin.com/in/dd-budiharto-cissp-cisa-cism

- Oyefunke Fayoyin — Chief Information Security Officer, Devo :https://www.linkedin.com/in/oyefunkefayoyin

- Joshua A. Dray — Chief Information Security Officer, San Jacinto College :https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-dray

- Todd Beebe — Information Security Officer, Freeport LNG : https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddbeebe

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0:00 – Guest Arrival & Opening Moments

1:34 – Welcome & Introduction of Panelists

5:30 – Jo Justice: Career Journey into Cybersecurity

9:47 – Joshua A. Dray: Career Journey into Cybersecurity

15:08 – DD Budinarto: Career Journey into Cybersecurity

17:24 – Oyefunke Fayoyin: Career Journey into Cybersecurity

21:39 – Todd Beebe: Career Journey into Cybersecurity

26:22 – What Does a CSO Do? (Roles & Misconceptions)

29:26 – Building Relationships with CEOs & Advancing to the C-Suite

32:35 – Do Certifications & Degrees Matter in Cybersecurity?

34:39 – Showcasing Curiosity & Readiness on Your Resume

39:14 – How Companies Decide Layoffs

41:25 – Does Being Fired Affect Your Reputation?

43:20 – How to Protect Yourself from Layoffs

49:45 – Live Q&A Session

1:06:00 – Appreciation & Closing Remarks

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Why do venture capitalists reject great startup ideas?

In this episode, we sit down with Elena Obukhova, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and Founder of Supermoon and Supermoon Ventures, to break down what actually gets startups funded and why most founders get it wrong.

With experience across quant finance, venture capital, and global growth strategy, Elena has helped scale fintech, tech, and blockchain companies while building a network of 42,000+ founders and 2,700+ investors worldwide.

We dive into what really drives startup success, from go-to-market strategy and product positioning to investor expectations and team dynamics.

If you're a founder or building in tech, this episode gives you practical insights to raise capital, grow faster, and avoid costly mistakes.

⏱️ Podcast Timeline

0:30 – Welcome

1:22 – Elena’s Journey into Crypto and the UN

4:54 – Supermoon for Founders

6:36 – Idea vs Go-To-Market

8:01 – Red Flags vs Green Flags

10:50 – Product Launch Focus

13:06 – HireHack Growth Strategy

17:51 – Working with VCs

20:38 – Revenue Before Funding?

21:16 – Early Revenue Signals

22:27 – Global Adoption Gap

26:14 – Mistakes That Shaped Supermoon

29:25 – Founder Resilience

31:05 – HackerproofHQ Challenges

32:53 – Sponsorship & Equity

35:55 – Investment Focus

37:07 – Closing

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