Neal is back and shares his Top 3 Cybersecurity tips! There's also some very important life lessons in this video as Neal shares some life changing information. // Previous Videos // 2022: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z8yWqZhhnNnQh4E.html 2021: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iaySiZqkubmlnHU.html // Connect with Neal // Instagram Personal: instagram.com/it.junkie/ Instagram Cybersecurity: instagram.com/cyber.insecurity/ KZfaq: kzfaq.info LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nealbridges/ Twitter: twitter.com/ITJunkie All: linktr.ee/cyber_insecurity // Connect with David // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal KZfaq: kzfaq.info // MENU // 00:00 - Coming up 01:27 - Neal Bridges' PGA goal // Help support Neal's journey to the PGA 03:06 - The cancer story 18:04 - Neal's top 3 tips in life 26:54 - Top 3 tips for careers 39:47 - The hacked youtube channel story 41:41 - Top 3 tips for careers (continued) 43:26 - You can get hacked 45:13 - Advice to get to higher positions (upcoming) 47:03 - Business acumen // Learn business skills 50:13 - Soft skills // Communication is key 52:43 - "I'm Robert Downey Jr." 55:17 - Technical vs Business // Find the balance 01:00:09 - Neal is back online 01:02:24 - Neal's goal to get to the PGA 01:06:02 - Conclusion nsa nsa hacker nsa hacking ethical hacking hacking ethical hacker Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel!

I don't normally comment on pretty much anything, but as someone who is trying to get into cybersecurity after years in IT I can truly say that this interview is gold, especially the reminder that our health is our greatest asset! Thank you David, thank you Neal.

Literally cried when Neal shared his top 3 tips in life. :/ I.T career is life changing but at some point you''ll realize you'll shift priorities. Real talk. 👍

Both of you were an inspiration to me during my career switch! Thank you Neal and thank you David! 🙏

"We want many things in life: newest car, fancy clothes, bigger house, fame. A sick person only wants one thing and that is the be healthy again." Your health is your wealth. Without it you have nothing. So eat healthy, go on walks, put down your phone and connect with your loved ones around you. Control your atmosphere and you'll reap the benefits. Much love David and Neil and as always thank you for the content. Good luck in the continued recovery Neil and Ill be praying for you.

English is my second language and what I learn is that communication is the most important thing to get a job. This is what I always share with my students

Its always so good to hear from Neal, and David + Neal together is a hell of a combo. Ever since started to dive intro Cybersecurity, I finally got my career started and have been better off than ever in my life. Im actively working towards Sec+ and on the brink of climbing higher on the IT scale in my Organization, and I owe a ton of it to both of you. YOu helped me pave a way and understand Cybersecurity in a way I never could on my own. This is just the beginning!!

What a moving story! Thank you David for inviting such a guest ! It is an eye-opener for people like me pursuing carriers in IT and forgetting that the carrier is not all that important and it pales into insigficance when faced with health issue

This video is a real gift, thank you both! One of the very first videos I listened to getting into IT/security was you guys. Greatly appreciate your insight Neal I hope you have the time of your life pursuing golf! 🙌🏻💪🏻

Wow, I am so happy to see Neal back! Wish him all the very best!!! Just start with the interview but I am sure it will be yet another inspiring talk! Thank you, both!

The 3 life tips from Neal are absolute 5-star premium golden nuggets, a must hear. Thanks so much David for having a chat with him.

Happy that Neal is all better! You guys rock! Totally an inspiration for my pursue in this field!

Good Luck Neal!! I'll be watching, listening, and learning!! Thank you Neal & David!!

Happy to see Neal doing great. And David you have been an inspiration for so long now, that I can't thank you enough. Thank you. Finally if possible I would like to recommend John Strand from Black Hills Information, I think it would have an immense value, because you're are the best interviewer in IT and so much more.

David and Neal!, you both are truly wonderful individuals, always ready to lend a helping hand and share your experiences with honesty. Your actions inspire others to become better people. Neal, I wish you a full and speedy recovery 🙏. I appreciate your unique sense of humor, always keeping it 3s😆. The emotional video touched me deeply, reminding me of moments when life's vastness seemed to shrink to nothingness. Going through such experiences can be a rare and transformative gift, one not granted to everyone. It's evident that you, Neal, have been gifted with this opportunity to reborn your soul. Not everyone gets a chance like this, and it takes a truly exceptional person to emerge from it as a good-hearted expert. Regards to both of you and Thank you💛

Thank you both for this incredibly transparent and eye opening interview. Made me rethink some of my priorities in life. I’ll support any endeavor Neal or David do!

One of the best interviews so far. Thank you.

Happy to see that Neal is BACK! 💙💪

David,I have rcently restarted viewing your channel,and struck on to this series of cybersecurity videos you have been doing. Have been under a rock for years since i lost my last job, and now I see its a huge shift I need to make to get to a new career since then;this specific interview brought some aspect to me which i was internally realising in my troubled times - that health is gold, all else gets to the side if health is not on your side;post health it is networking;unfortunately i see my weakness in both and with this interview i realise that despite decades of experience one has to restart somewhere again to get back on your feet on your own;network will also only help you when you are having some stand helping them in their personal and professional life; but thanks to Neil and you please continue to take care of your healths and keep inspiring others to do so. cheers

This is probably one of the most powerful videos I've seen. Not just related to the tech industry but what's important in life PERIOD. I say this to all the young people getting into tech, careers are great but time, love and your health are way more important. Be kind to yourself on your journey. Thank you David and Neal for this inspiring conversation.

David, I started to follow you about 2 months ago, and one of the first videos i watched was one with Neil... it was shot over two years ago. I didnt know he was ill. I am happy he is back. And just as the first video I watched, this is gold. My strateguy is planned based on his words.

Wow didn't expect such a different perspective than I thought. Some nuggets of gold in this one. Best wishes Neal!

Thanks David … I think everyone can relate this interview to their own personal life and doesn’t matter if they are or not in IT field including myself. Thanks again sir.

I've really enjoyed this interview. Thank you David and Neal for all those wonderful insights and advice. I'm gonna take all of this and add it to my knowledge on my cyber security journey.

Best wishes to you Neal! Thanks to both of you for doing this podcast. God bless.

Thank you David and Neal. This interview is powerful.

Glad to see you back Neal! Fingers crossed and thank you for everything. David, thank you.

Thanks David and Neal for this wonderful inspiring video. Looking to get into Cybersecurity and video like this are so valuable. Thanks a lot again to both of you.

Yessssss a new video with Neal! You guys just made my day!!! I’m so happy he is feeling okay. 🎉❤

Maravillosa entrevista David, tanto desde el punto de vista humano de las experiencias de Neil como desde el aspecto profesional, ver tus videos y en especial este con Niel, me da esperanzas y sirven de guia para no perderlos objetivos mas importantes de la vida, donde primero debemos cuidarnos nosotros fisica y mentalemnet y luego la familia. Muchas gracias y continua ofreciendo este farol de guia para los novatos en la ciberseguridad pero no en la vida como yo que necesitamos una guia para aprender. Mucha salud a Neil y que pueda llegar al PGA.

inspiring story, thank you Neal and David for bringing it up. Neal, i wish you health and happiness. really good perspective

Thank you for everything Neal and David! Your content is so helpful and beneficial!

We need all the good stuff from Neal. Cheers to his golf journey. I wish i could help with the golf stuff

I'm so glad ur doing well Neal. Continued prayers always all around. This helped to hear about the mental burnout because its not just the day to day grind. I lost one of my dearest friends this year to liver failure and hot me so hard because we were meant to be together even her father said so. She just chose to go her own way feel back into old habits but nonetheless people around me worried why I was taking it so hard. So a word of advice tomorrow is never promised so live your life your way and if you happen to receive another day that job will be there. Im currently using my FMLA time as needed because I can't do everything I used to (spinal deterioration) but I need to cherish my family and not let the burdens of others to get to me. So David and Neal thank you for reminding me.

Greatly appreciated. Thanks for this perspective.

Looking to make a carreer transition from the Oil and Gas industry into Cybersecurity because I was diagnosed with stage 3 Hodgkin’s lymphoma (in remission). I watched David and Neal during my treatment and glad to hear that Neal is in remission.

Thank you so much the both of you!! Niel I got you in my prayers for sure. Thanks guys

Love when you and neal collab on content!!! Great video David

I know it won’t have been today but Happy Birthday David! Thanks to you and Neal for the great content ! 🎉

Neal and David you're both heroes! Ive said it many times but i'll say it again, sharing knowledge and making it availble to the masses is heroic! I'm so sorry about your cancer Neal. You're a badass so i have no doubt you'll fight it like a champ! And David the story about your daughter is so sad yet you are so strong to express that to your audience. And i think Neal is very wise to focus more on himself rather then something others want him to do. I respect your POV. I love you guys!! Never stop being a legend! 💕

Thanks for sharing your wise words on mental and physical health. I've used your previous video with Neil and furthered my journey in cybersecurity because of you guys. Thank you.

All of your information and insight is very much appreciated...life experiences and how to overcome hardships ( conversations are real and your advicei is completely solid)...keep up the good work... and stay well....

All strength and love to Neal. David and Neal actually inspired me to pursue the cybersecurity path since the very first videos that came out, I got to say I am now a cybersecurity engineer, thanks to the advice David and Neal put out.

Let's go Neal, you'll beat it and happy to follow your path all along. Thank you for sharing your hard earned wisdom.

Great episode David! I'm always completely engaged when Neil is on, a very inspiring story.

I wish you best luck Neal, thank you for sharing your Experience and advice for our life and Career with David.

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉Happy to see you Neal. Really missed your podcast with David. You really cool Neal.❤

Brave guy, another thing to admire. Your perspective, approach, openness and positive attitude displayed here might just be the best hack ever. I have learned that these things are significant toward recovery from disease and also other challenging life events. I wish you all the best. ✊

Thank you both. One of the best interviews I have seen for a while.

shit that whole video especially the cancer story just woke me up. I prioritized my career and skills over my friends and girl and my health these last years. Cyber is the most underpaid sector i think. So much to learn, so much competition against the best. To be a good defender you need to know what an APT is capable of and to be a good attacker you need to know how a forensic investigator operates.

You are both great! Stay strong Neal. Hope can still see your journey in next 10 20 years!

thank you very much David for your time and knowledge. sending love from Sierra Leone

Thank you Neil, your story is inspirational and hope you are able to achieve everything you have set your mind outside of cyber security.

Thank you for the real talk. Very needed!

Everything in this vid is just inspiring. What really got me in tears is the VA friend taking his day off offering his care, letting Neal know that he’s not gonna fight against this alone. This channel never ceases to help me become better overall as a person. Thank you David !

Just in the first min is some great advice regardless of profession. Thank you Neal and David.

Hi Neil, great to see you..I feel that you look very different than your previous videos. You are not just a cybernwarrior but also a cancer warrior and i hope that you win both in the cyber world as well as in life. I wish you and your family the very best in life

Just stumbled across the 2020(?) interview you guys did, and I’m only about 25% into this one, but what a beautiful perspective about top 3 life things 😭 I’m transitioning from a personal training career so I loved everything about this conversation! Thanks guys!!

Neal, Thank you for sharing your story with us. You are an amazing individual with a positive outlook that gives many others the secret to life "It is the simple things that matter most"! Godspeed in your recovery. Prayers for you and your family on your journey and your an inspiration to many :)

David i suggest a change of this KZfaq Video to How to manage your Health as an Ethical Hacker..... This is really deep, Neal I love you Boss

This is the best "CAREER ADVICE". Thanks David and Neal

Dear David i started listening to you as a Network engineer then after ur srssions with Neal became a cyber security engineer ,god bless u and Neal for the candid advice

Thank you for your honesty.❤ thank you David too your give aways have changed my life.all the way from 🇪🇹 ethiopia

Just want to say thank you to David and Neal. Neal, you are a legend and an inspiration thank you so much. Praying for your recovery and well-being. So true soft skills is so important an area I have to work on for sure.

Neal is the GOAT. Love these collabs

Stay strong Neal. Thank you for all your knowledge.

Good to see you back Neal, health is very important. I been having some anxiety lately.

Neal, I will keep you in my prayers for a complete recovery of being in remission. I fully understand your situation since I've been in remission for 11 years from Leukemia. Be positive and keep fighting. Also, be stress free, eat healthy, and get plenty of rest to avoid a relapse.

first, i was shock coz i didn't recognize neal. there's so much learning on this video. stay strong neal and god bless you. looking for another video from you with david.

Really enjoyed the different topic matter that this video covered!

Great energy with you both in this...

Hello David, I'm a fourth year student in Management Information Systems and this podcast really gave me a wake up call in terms of what being in the cybersecurity/IT world really means to us as humans, not only as workers. I realized that not only do I want to prioritize my salary and the best title for a job, but I also want to be able to do my job to the best of my ability while being as physically and mentally healthy as possible since that is just s important. I learned that if the job I am working doesn't align with my internal goals, then it's not a job worth doing.

Yes!! Neal is back he got me started a year ago can’t wait to hear more!

I feel the need to say that I support the idea of creating content around all the experience Neal has. But also to encourage him to persue life. Meaning to give his 100% focus on sleeping well, eating healthy, relaxing and golf. I believe that habits determine our future. Your life experience inspire me to pursue Cyber security. Although I have been learning computer science for only a year, and adding the fact I am 29 years old. I have the determination to succeed. You can succeed also, you have noticed and you see life differently. Thank you. May God bless you and everyone here.

Really happy to see Neal again!

❤absolutely amazing interview - time stamp 25:48 is a show stopper ❤

What an amazing interview, delivering the absolute life lesson we should all know before devoting ourselves to a life career. I can totally relate.

Fanf**kintastic interview. All the best to Neal. As someone starting in Cybersecurity. This discussion was eye opener. Such great value shared.

Great interview David!

That's good slogan! There are good shots or good misses. I like it. Great video, again 😉

long live Neal❤ I think we all want to see you in PGA after 6years! Thank you for continuing share your knowledge with David.

Always glad to see Neal!

Thank you for all your effort ❤️

1:00:34 Wow Neal! You are an amazing human. Still concerned about people. God bless brother. I’ll keep you in my prayers.

This was an emotional 😭 but amazing video. I’m at a loss for words other than this was extremely educational and inspirational.

Godspeed Neal! I really wish that what you went through over the last months, was just a bad parenthesis. Wish you all the very best in your life and we hope to see you soon again my friend! 🙏

Hey David. Just came across your channel yesterday. Top draw. That's for all the great content. Also, tell Neil that he needs to head over to Hilton head. It's an amazing place for golf.

First off Neal, thank you for your military service! I’m so sorry you have to go through this diagnosis. I could not even imagine Neal but I love the way you’re dealing with it. my uncle had the same thing he had cancer except his was stomach cancer. 19:40 also David’s right you really have to ignore the haters. That’s why I quit doing social media except for having Twitter Instagram Facebook for my business. Because I started out in film and photography working in the directors guild, and I am working towards my certified ethical hacker exam, but aside from business I don’t use any social media because it is so toxic. Life is too short for toxicity and toxic people. I just turned 40 in August and it’s surreal especially so because I still literally get Aidid for a later a lottery ticket anytime I go to the liquor store even if it’s the same store so it’s even more surreal because people think I’m younger. You’re right life is very short. So you have to embrace it whist we still have it.

Wow... this was incredible guys. 😢 amazing

Well time to fix my sleep schedule . Didn't listen to my parents , will listen to Neil !

this hit me like a truck, im walking same path Neal was doing to his health, i will 110% change this now, ty Neal.

Wow that intro “your network is the most import thing.” Is so true. When I left my former boss to go freelance he took me aside and genuinely wished me succes and gave two golden tips: 1) Be sure to always have enough money in the bank to at least survive a whole year with no income. 2) It’s not what you know, but who you know. And I hereby grant you or permission to work for my/our clients use them as a leg up when you need it. And you can always call me when things get rough.

I'm an old school IT guy. Yeah I'm talking Mainframe COBOL and even thought I'm retired now I still am interested in all things IT especially security. So I follow you David. This was a really great interview. Thank you so much for doing it. Neil seems like a very positive and inspiring person. I wish I had a mentor like him in my work life. I look forward to all your videos.

So glad to see Neal and to see he's doing better!

It is good to see our Friend Neal back again. We are rooting for you Neal

fight-on, neal!🥊i'm relieved that neal is such a profoundly robust spirit! he seriously deserves ONLY the BEST in life. his profound teachings discipline me to succeed on the blue team as an aspiring CTI analyst. he's actually the major reason why i bought the intelligence-driven incident response book from his recommendations! sharing a photo of the book on my social media caused a domino effect, which lead my current mentor to stumble upon me by chance who then miraculously proceeded to offer help, thus i express yet another wholehearted thank you. networking is truly essential. 💜💜i'm beyond ecstatic you two are are working together again! i started getting teary-eyed hearing him talk about prioritizing physical and mental health, especially the latter. it's an understatement to say that my soul needed this.

great to see you both again, thank you ❤

Thank you. How good and necessary when there is a mentor who will tell

Great talk guys. One day I will make it to Blackhat or Defconn and maybe we can share some stories. Stay strong Neal Cancer sucks and as someone going through his own battle with it, I sympathize with you and your family.

nice, I've been golfing recently as well.