🎙 In this episode, I dive into the sometimes frustrating but absolutely essential world of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). I share a true story from one of my coaching clients, whose email got hacked while they were on holiday—a reminder of just how disruptive (and even legally risky) weak security can be. I break down what 2FA is, how it actually works, and offer simple, practical steps for setting it up on different platforms, with a strong focus on email and password managers. By the end, you’ll be inspired to run a quick security check on your own accounts and switch on 2FA wherever possible—helping you stay safer online and giving you greater peace of mind.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Importance of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Implementing 2FA is crucial for securing email accounts and other sensitive applications, as it adds an extra layer of protection against unauthorised access.

💡 Simple Setup Process: Setting up 2FA is straightforward, especially on platforms like Google. Users can enable it through their account settings, and businesses can enforce it for employees using Google Workspace.

💡 Risks of Not Using 2FA: Without 2FA, businesses are at significant risk of email hacks, which can lead to phishing attacks and potential legal implications if clients are affected.

💡 Regular Audits and Checks: It's essential for business owners to regularly audit who has access to sensitive information and ensure that 2FA is enabled on all critical accounts, including personal ones.

💡 Encouragement to Share Knowledge: Sharing the importance of 2FA with others, including non-business owners, can help protect more individuals from phishing attacks and enhance overall security in the digital landscape.

BEST MOMENTS

01:40 - 💬 “It is so simple to do this, but yet so many business owners are at huge risk because they don't put some simple steps into place.”

04:57 - 💬 “It may be a little bit annoying having to do this, but if you look at the consequence of not having this, of getting your accounts hacked...it's not only embarrassing but potentially, I imagine, you could also have some legal implications as well. ”

07:25 - 💬 “Please make sure that those people also use 2FA to protect their business and stop all these horrible phishing things going off and actually causing mayhem in the world.”

TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW

00:00 Importance of two-factor authentication (2FA) for business security.

01:24 Client's email account got hacked, causing business issues.

02:17 2FA adds an extra layer of security to your accounts.

03:20 Enforce 2FA for all employees in Google Workspace.

07:09 Ensure 2FA is enabled on all personal and business accounts.

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ABOUT THE HOST

Steve moved to Sweden in 2015 and transformed how he ran his businesses—switching to a fully remote model. A former NHS doctor, with a background in computing and property investing, he now helps overwhelmed business owners systemise and outsource effectively. Through his courses and coaching, Steve teaches how to automate operations and work with affordable virtual assistants, freeing up time and increasing profits. He runs his UK-based businesses remotely with support from a team of UK and Filipino VAs, and is passionate about helping others build scalable, stress-free companies using smart systems and virtual support.