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Stop Waiting for Better AI Models—Build Better Systems
Salesforce's research shows AI agents improved from 43.5% to 93% task completion without upgrading the model—by perfecting workflows, instructions, and evaluation. Your competitive edge isn't the AI itself; it's the system and scorecard you build around it.
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Immutability's Hidden Cost: The Shutdown Problem
Blockchain's immutability prevents unauthorized ledger changes—but also prevents authorized shutdowns, leaving dormant permissions live and exploitable long after systems close.
The Real AI Risk Hiding in Your Company
78% of CISOs cite AI agent security as their top concern. The danger isn't the model—it's the unsanctioned agent with production access your team built last week.
Prediction Markets as Insurance: The Kalshi Hedge
A conference used prediction markets to hedge weather risk—turning a speculative exchange into an insurance desk. Here's why it works and what your CFO needs to know.
AI Won't Replace Your Judgment—Just Your Beatmatching
As AI automates technical skills, the real competitive advantage shifts from execution to judgment: knowing which correct answer matters most.
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AI Jobs Debate: Research Shows What Actually Matters
New University of Vaasa study reveals AI's real career impact: collaborative adoption wins, while resistance loses. The threat isn't AI—it's professionals who ignore it.
AI Won't Replace You—Being Average Will
Learn why execution skills are becoming obsolete and how to shift from following instructions to creating strategic value in the AI era.
The Consultant's Dilemma: Competing With or Orchestrating AI
How senior consultants can lead AI transformation without technical backgrounds and build their 'AI-plus-human' value proposition.
My First Day at RSM
In case you missed it, I recently posted a podcast episode on my experiences looking for a job. (You can find that here.) Based upon those…
Hacking Your InfoSec Job Hunt
If you missed it, I posted a podcast episode on my job hunt as part of my podcast, Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast. TL;DR? I…
Matt Decker
Welcome to Season 2 and Episode 17 of the Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast.
How Can I Help You?
Explore insights from the "How Can I Help You?" survey, revealing trends in security careers and reader demographics. Discover how a revamped assessment now tailors learning paths for aspiring professionals.
4 Ways to Evaluate Your Job
Discover four essential ways to evaluate your job, focusing on your boss, mobility, company pride, and skillset growth. Learn how to weigh these factors to make informed career decisions.
Jay’s Best of 2015
Explore Jay's top blog posts from 2015, featuring insights on security and DevOps, the CISO talent gap, and more. Discover engaging content and the stories behind each article.
How to Talk to Recruiters
Unlock the secrets to successful recruiter interactions with this guide. Learn essential tips, like honesty about intentions and establishing clear must-haves, to build beneficial professional relationships.
Top 5 Security Career Struggles
Explore the top 5 struggles in security careers, from being a "one trick pony" to misdirected anger, and discover actionable solutions to overcome these hurdles for growth and success.
My New Book Is Out (and it’s free)
Discover invaluable career guidance in my new book, "Building A Life and Career in Security," available for free this week on Amazon. Learn how to kickstart and elevate your career with ease!