What does flying a small airplane have to do with cybersecurity? More than you'd think. In this episode of SipCyber, host Jen Lotze visits Grounds Coffee Bar in Crystal Lake, IL, and draws a powerful connection between the calm of flight preparation and the peace of mind that comes from digital preparedness. After the loss of her father, Jen shares how navigating the digital side of grief revealed a hard truth: preparation isn't just smart—it's a gift to the people you love.

This isn't about firewalls or threat feeds. It's about the human side of security—knowing where your passwords are, who has access, and what happens when you can't be the one to log in.

Key Takeaways:

• Why preparation eliminates panic—in the cockpit and in your digital life
• The questions everyone should answer before an emergency hits • How personal loss revealed the real cost of digital unpreparedness
• Why cybersecurity should feel like calm, not complexity
• A heartfelt look at Grounds Coffee Bar and the moments that shape our perspective

📍 Featured Coffee Shop: Grounds Coffee Bar — Crystal Lake, IL (right by the Metra station)

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