CYBERATTACKS DON'T CARE ABOUT YOUR SIZE

Cybercriminals don't always handpick their victims. While targeted attacks like spear phishing are common, many threats come from automated tools scanning the internet around the clock for weak points-outdated software, unsecured emails, exposed websites. Anything that leaves you vulnerable can make you an appealing target. If your systems aren't secure, you're just as exposed as a major corporation. In fact, individuals and small businesses are often easier to breach-simply because they assume no one's watching. If you accept payments, store personal data, or manage a website, you're already a digital target.

THE HIDDEN COST OF NON-COMPLIANCE

You don't need to be a hospital or a bank to fall under privacy and data laws. Many industries-including healthcare, education, financial services, and even coaching-are legally required to protect sensitive information. Failure to comply can lead to hefty fines, lawsuits from clients, and long-term reputational damage. Even a single breach can result in identity theft, blackmail, fraud, or lasting loss of trust.

STORING CLIENT DATA PUTS YOU IN THE CROSSHAIRS

You might not run a software company - but you still store private information. Names, emails, billing details, contracts, and client records all carry digital risk. Whether this data lives on your laptop, in cloud storage, or in your inbox, it's vulnerable if not properly secured. Protecting it is your responsibility - not your IT provider's. Cybersecurity isn't optional. It's a basic requirement of running a business today. This isn't about being tech-savvy. It's about keeping your clients, your work, and your reputation safe.