Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue – it’s a leadership issue, a risk management issue, and increasingly, a business value issue. In this episode of Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder, cybersecurity expert, author, and security analyst Robert Siciliano explains why the greatest threat to most organizations isn’t technology -it’s human behavior.
Drawing on decades of experience investigating
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Why “What Should I Delegate?” Is a Harder Question Than It Seems
Why “What Should I Delegate?” Is a Harder Question Than It Seems
For most business owners, the challenge isn’t knowing that they need support, or even the budget to afford it, but knowing where to start.
“What should I delegate?” sounds straightforward, but in practice, it is one of the more difficult decisions to make within an operating business. Not…
America’s $10 Trillion Business Handoff: What Baby Boomer Owners Are Facing
If you were born between 1946 and 1964 and you own a business, you’re part of a very big story that’s playing out right now in the U.S. economy.
Every day, roughly 10,000 baby boomers turn 65. That’s been happening for years and will keep going into the early 2030s. A big chunk of those people aren’t just thinking about…
The One-Two-Three Punch to Networking!
Throw punches in bunches! Elbows in, you win! Where do you want to be – not there! Let your punches go with bad intentions! Jab, hook, cross! Move that head! Hit and don’t get hit! Keep your left up! Train hard! Set up those combinations! Win! Distance is everything. Bite down! Breathe! Yo, Adrian, I did it! Everything is off…
SpaceX Valuation; Keep an eye on betting markets and competitors
Are you excited about SpaceX’s IPO? You could participate in the IPO or one of the many alternatives offered on betting markets such as the synthetic IPO price, subscriber growth for StarLink, launch cadence, engineering challenges, etc. Please find links to our post on LinkedIn here and spreadsheet, where you can tweak the revenue forecasts and multiples.
Also, Tesla…
How FAFSA Assesses Your Income and Assets: Breaking Down the Essentials | EP 33
If you’re trying to navigate the FAFSA, the most important thing to understand is that this is a formula—not a strategy game. There aren’t shortcuts or “tricks” that dramatically change your financial aid outcome. What matters is knowing how income, assets, and family structure are actually evaluated so you can make informed decisions around college affordability.
Where I see families get stuck is assuming all money…
Beyond the Paycheck: Why Corporate Recognition Fails and Genuine Appreciation Wins – Dr. Paul White
Why do expensive corporate recognition programs, automated anniversary emails, and branded company swag so frequently fail to keep employees from walking out the door?
In this episode, host Dave Bookbinder sits down with renowned psychologist, leadership expert, and bestselling author Dr. Paul White. Together, they pull back the curtain on the global phenomenon he co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman: The…
When to Make Big Moves: A Strategic Finance Checklist
The businesses that make bold decisions well aren’t guessing. They’ve done the work that makes confidence possible. Here’s what that looks like and how to know when you’re ready.
Every business eventually reaches a moment where the next level of growth requires a decision that can’t be undone easily. A major hire. A significant investment. A
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Alterra Advisors Recognized as an Inc. Best Workplace 2026
Each year, Inc. recognizes organizations that create exceptional workplaces by putting people, purpose, and culture at the center of their business. Through an independent employee survey, team members share their perspectives on leadership, engagement, communication, benefits, growth opportunities, and overall workplace
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They Needed More Space—But Didn’t Want to Lose Their 3% Mortgage
THE SCENARIO:Several years ago, I helped a client purchase their first home. Fast forward to today: their family had grown, and they were ready to “trade up” to a larger house. There was just one problem.
Housing inventory on Long Island is extremely limited. On top of that, they did not want to give up the 3% interest rate on…