Send us a text

In this inspiring conversation, Joey Pinz speaks with cybersecurity advocate Brianna Steele, who brings a refreshing and deeply human perspective to one of the world’s most technical professions. With a background in psychology and a passion for understanding human behavior, Brianna explains why attacker motivations, intentions, and emotional drivers are just as important as the tools they use.
Brianna shares her journey from Arizona to the Washington, D.C. area, her involvement with Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), and why representation and mentorship are pivotal for bringing more women into the field. She breaks down how behavioral analysis shapes her interest in SOC work and why understanding “why people hack” matters as much as how they do it.
The conversation expands into AI as a study companion, fasting and lifestyle discipline, motivation rooted in love, and the importance of self-awareness when entering a high-pressure industry. Brianna’s warmth and clarity make this an energizing episode for anyone exploring cybersecurity, career transition, or personal growth.
🔥 Top 3 Highlights
• 🧠 How psychology helps decode attacker behavior
• 👩‍💻 The mission & impact of Women in CyberSecurity
❤️ Why love, process, and intentionality define true success




Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration.
Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration.

🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms:
• Spotify (Video): https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinz
• Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1

🌐 Explore More:
• Website: https://www.joeypinz.com
• Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/joeypinz
• Follow on Social Media: @TheJoeyPinz (Instagram, Twitter (X), Facebook, TikTok, Minds, YouTube)
• Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/

🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com

Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor

💡 Support the Podcast:
• Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/
• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz
• One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck

Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations.
Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates!

#Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness
#SelfImprovement #LearningJourney #Motivation #ThoughtProvoking
#KnowledgeSharing #LifeLessons #Interviews #Discipline #InspireChange
#ListenAndLearn #MeaningfulDialogues #Empowerment #Curiosity
#JoeyPinzChats #JoeyPinz #JoeyPinzDiscipline #JPC #JoeyPinnzConversations
#PodMatch

Support the show

Send us a text

In this thoughtful and deeply human conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with Sharon Florentine, Editorial Director at CyberRisk Alliance, to explore the intersection of creativity, leadership, community, and the ever-changing MSP landscape. Sharon shares her roots as a rhythm guitarist, her love of knitting, and the creative habits that keep her grounded before diving into the bigger questions facing today’s MSPs.

Sharon breaks down the three biggest challenges MSPs face—security, human capital, and sustainable growth—and explains how media, community, and honest storytelling can help leaders navigate them. She discusses how CyberRisk Alliance supports MSPs with trusted reporting, events, education, and authentic industry insight.

The conversation also explores the evolution of publishing, the role of AI in editing, the importance of company values, and the subtle but powerful impact of workplace culture. Sharon also opens up about her personal journey quitting smoking and how consistency, clarity, and self-awareness shape both personal and professional success.

This episode blends heart, humor, and hard-won wisdom—perfect for anyone building a business, a team, or a better version of themselves.

🔥 Top 3 Highlights

• 🛡️ The real challenges MSPs face today—and how to navigate them
• 📝 Why editing still matters in an AI-driven world
• 🌱 How culture, values, and clarity shape business success

Join us for enlightening discussions that spark growth and exploration.

Hosted by Joey Pinz, this Discipline Conversations Podcast offers insights and inspiration.

🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms:

• Spotify (Video): https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeypinz
• Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeyPinzDisciplineConversations?sub_confirmation=1

🌐 Explore More:

• Website: https://www.joeypinz.com
• Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/joeypinz
• Follow on Social Media: @TheJoeyPinz (Instagram, Twitter (X), Facebook, TikTok, Minds, YouTube)
• Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/

🎵 Music by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger https://tomizzomusic.com

Would you like to Sponsor Joey Pinz? Get the prospectus here: www.joeypinz.com/sponsor

💡 Support the Podcast:

• Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/

• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz

• One-Time Payment: https://tinyurl.com/c6dx4hck

Subscribe, follow, and rate with 5 stars if you enjoy these conversations.

Connect with us across various platforms and don't forget to join our newsletter for updates!

#Podcast #Conversations #PersonalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #Mindfulness

#SelfImprovemen

Support the show

Send us a text

Episode 800 of Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations is a milestone moment—recorded live on stage at IT Nation 2025 in Orlando. In this special episode, Joey Pinz shares his speaking session, “Media Mastery: How MSPs Can Drive Growth with Podcasting, Video, and Beyond.”
What started as an early-morning session turned into a packed room of MSPs and vendors eager to learn how modern buyers actually discover and trust service providers today. The message is clear: your next client isn’t Googling—they’re scrolling.
Joey breaks down how MSPs can shift from chasing leads to creating conversations using podcasts, video, and authentic storytelling. Drawing from his journey building and selling an MSP, launching a top-ranked podcast, and growing a 75,000+ subscriber media platform, Joey offers practical, no-fluff guidance you can apply immediately—without fancy gear or massive budgets.
This episode blends real-world examples, tactical advice, and live audience Q&A covering everything from starting your first podcast to sourcing guests, building credibility, and standing out in a noisy market.
If you’re an MSP owner, vendor, or service-based business looking to build trust, visibility, and long-term growth, this episode delivers the blueprint—straight from the IT Nation stage.

⭐ Top 3 Highlights
1️⃣ The Modern MSP Funnel – Awareness → Trust → Conversations → Revenue
2️⃣ Why Real Conversations Beat Webinars & Pitches 🎥
3️⃣ A 90-Day Challenge to launch consistent content without overcomplication

Support the show