Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue — it’s a business survival issue. In this episode of From Stuck to Scaled, host Julio Gonzalez is joined by Michael Goldstein, CEO of LAN Infotech and author of Cybersecurity: The Silent Battlefield.

Michael shares battle-tested insights on how small and midsize businesses can defend against evolving cyber threats without breaking the bank. From phishing and insider risks to regulatory blind spots and the critical role of leadership, this episode delivers practical strategies to secure your business from the top down.

You’ll walk away with:

• Why cybersecurity must be a boardroom topic

• Real-world tactics to train your team and layer defenses

• A simple framework to boost your resilience, starting today

Whether you’re a founder, executive, or team lead, this episode is a must-listen. Don't wait for a breach to take action.

You can find Michael at:

- www.laninfotech.com

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelagoldstein/

- Cybersecurity: The Silent Battlefield (https://a.co/d/c8xIfzI)

Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:

• LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/vctogrow/
• Facebook/Instagram at @VCTOConsulting
• YouTube @WeAreVCTO
• Webpage www.redefinepossible.co

Email Julio at ⁠⁠julio@redefinepossible.co⁠⁠ with any comments, questions or suggestions!

In this timely episode, host Julio Gonzalez underscores a critical truth: business disruptions aren’t a matter of if—they’re a matter of when.

From hurricanes and cyberattacks to power outages and leadership absences, the threats to your business are real and often unexpected.

Drawing from decades of corporate experience and real-world disaster stories—from the 1985 Delta Flight 191 crash to Hurricane Andrew and COVID-19—Julio reveals why business continuity planning is essential for small and midsized businesses.

He breaks down the difference between continuity and disaster recovery, and explains why even short-term downtime can cripple your operations.Listeners will walk away with:

- A clear understanding of business continuity and why it matters

- Five actionable steps to start building a plan today

- Insight into the real cost of downtime

- A free downloadable continuity planning template

Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or leading a growing team, this episode is your wake-up call to prepare before the next crisis hits.

Here's the website attack article:https://thehackernews.com/2025/03/150000-sites-compromised-by-javascript.html

Here's the business continuity plan document: bit.ly/4dK5olt

This episode is brought to you by VCTO Business Consulting. VCTO offers small to midsized businesses the ability to scale effectively. You can find VCTO at www.vcto.consulting.

In this episode of From Stuck to Scaled, host Julio Gonzalez sits down with Alex Recio, owner of the beloved Miramar Bakery and a dynamic entrepreneur with deep roots in South Florida. Alex shares his journey from growing up in a family-run bakery to transforming it into a thriving local business known for both tradition and innovation.

They talk about the grit it takes to run a multigenerational business, how Alex has adapted to shifting consumer trends, and why staying connected to community and culture is key to long-term success. He also opens up about the lessons he’s learned in leadership, customer service, and building a brand that people trust.

Whether you’re a small business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or just someone who loves a good Cuban pastelito and a story of resilience, this episode is for you.

👉 Key Takeaways:

• How to evolve a legacy business without losing its soul
• The power of community connection in local entrepreneurship
• Lessons in leadership from behind the bakery counter

Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:

• LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/vctogrow/
• Facebook/Instagram at @VCTOConsulting
• YouTube @WeAreVCTO
• Webpage www.redefinepossible.co

Email Julio at ⁠julio@redefinepossible.co⁠ with any comments, questions or suggestions!