to those getting started in cybersecurity.

[@guilherme5094]

Consistency is still my biggest enemy, there are too many distractions.

[@yarieltarano280]

I agree. There is a Netflix documentary "How to Focus" related to the distraction subject.

[@waterbloom1213]

Perhaps ADHD; it is not unheard of in fields that require a lot of tinkering and self-learning

[@Ram-rm2gz]

@@waterbloom1213adhd people surpass others in the tech field

[@waterbloom1213]

@@Ram-rm2gz Not necessarily and not without medication. ADHD implies a lack of capacity for sitting down and doing something for hours. Tech is full of delayed gratification so hyperfocus is also less likely to occur for an ADHD person.

[@ChanDawg86]

Sounds like u have a weak mind

[@Celestenshi]

I end up getting short bursts of energy and eagerness to learn for a couple of days or even weeks then end up not studying at all and not getting anywhere for atleast a month afterwards

[@zfrocc6327]

Same, bro

[@SeanSMST]

As someone who recently got diagnosed with add and learned that for myself to survive at all in society, I need structure, here's what I'm trying at the moment and see if it helps you. 1 thing I try to do everyday is write a to do list. I have small note pages, I tear one off, and write my to do list there with the date. I put on the list super easy things, like open cv document, or open laptop, and then put a bullet point underneath to what I actually wanna do, like edit my cv, or practice some htb. Another thing I do is I have a wipeable calendar, which I wipe off each month and change to next month. I've started to keep like a quota of things I wanna do next to it (coding, music, cyber, exercise, faith), and each day I write down on the calendar what I've done from that list. I then started to tally up how much of each I did in the week and so I know what I need to do more of, and what I did a lot of for the next week. Last thing I found out is with brave (and other chromium browsers) you can have a different profile per window of the browser. Which allows for me to have different history, extensions, cookies, etc. per window. So I have one for work/productivity - mainly college, code and cyber - and the other for streaming, games, etc. There's more I've done lately to try set structure and routine into my life, but it's extensive. I hope this helps.

[@nathanhudkins]

Gotta maintain that interest. I study all the time and do mini labs to practice and stuff too. I know how it is, I used to be exactly that way, but you just gotta find a way put that interest to use and get exposure otherwise it fizzles out. I recently even started recording myself studying to post on my channel just so I'm thinking about it even more.

[@ucheozor7871]

@@SeanSMSTgood advice g. Keep it up

[@SeanSMST]

@@nathanhudkins Gameifying it works as well. My study will usually be stuff like code challenges or htb type cyber challenges. Even if it's not as intense learning than like reading books or courses, they're fairly effective at least making it a routine.

[@satyamraj17]

that Imposter Syndrome hit me. I often feel like I won't be able to get into cybersecurity. After all the time I have spent, I still can't get any internship, etc. All these were imposter syndrome, and I didn't think it was. Thank you very much. Now I can divert my mind thinking it is IS and focus.

[@collinsinfosec]

Imposter syndrome is so real in any industry. Especially in technology, it's difficult. The best thing you can do is proceed forward.

[@musikhippie4030]

Ya I never really understood that term until i really started to look into Cybersecurity. I have a bachelors in IT and getting my masters and I still am wondering if I can do it and if i belong in the field but i dont quit. Most of the people who make it to their goals never gave up on themselves.

[@Jfarmerthunder]

@@musikhippie4030 in the same boat as you . I have these doubts I try and block cause ik ik but at the same time i feel like im falling behind

[@madmonkey762]

I felt the same way. I am a college student in my last year and I have no experience whatsoever in cybersecurity except for a course that I took. I do have some knowledge building computers and working with software because of my major in computer information systems. However, I have nothing that will make me stand out. After 5 job interviews for various IT positions, I became concerned that I will never find a job due to not having any experience. In addition, i told them that I was willing to work for free as an intern to gain experience but to no success. As soon as I saw a job posting for cybersecurity interns, I immediately applied for it. I did an interview 2 days after applying and I am happy to say that I will start on Monday. Just keep moving forward and don't give up.

[@uruyuto]

Now that I'm in cybersecurity, the imposter syndrome part hits much harder. It's overwhelming to be the only guy at work in charge of cbsec. Mostly when everyday, you must defend/justify your security efforts every day against some dev who constantly minimizes, dumps, or diminishes every idea. (like a trial by fire bs or something)

[@OiVinn-eq1ml]

Just learn as much you can & enjoy the process

[@TheAshleyone]

Great video, I agree with all this. I have been in the field for only 8 months and it is crazy how much there is to learn still once you get that first job!

[@collinsinfosec]

That first year provides a wealth of new knowledge and experience! It's like a fire hose. Once you get through that first or second year, it's only more 😂

[@OiVinn-eq1ml]

How do you like it?

[@FalconAlchemist]

Grant, I appreciate your voice and perspective on this topic of breaking into cybersecurity. I’m 10 months into this and I’ve obtained my Security+. Focusing on consistency, my learning plan, and in person networking to develop a mindset in addition to landing that first role. I appreciate all the resources and perspectives you’ve provided on your channel - a community is key!

[@nuriyakhalid]

What’s something you’d recommend someone who is about to obtain the Security+ ? Please I’m desperate 😅

[@Leo-nk3fo]

Hey Grant, been watching your videos since 2020 (the covid days) for cybersec stuff and just wanted to say you are awesome for sticking to it out in this field. Lifes' pushed me around some but I'm glad to have another motivation to help me jump back into this field

[@collinsinfosec]

Hi Leo! Happy to help. Thanks for following me for a while. You've seen me since some of the cringe days.

[@elathiaskade7311]

How to figure out what to do: figure it out yourself. Truly, an advice of all time.

[@collinsinfosec]

The *classic* KZbin video. A bunch of fluff without any substance. As I hinted at in the video, take whatever resonates with you. And that may be some dumb "figure it out yourself" statement lol.

[@bmannB]

I have no issue building a learning plan, or the will to learn, my main issue is with consistency and focus. Even through I prioritize my to-dos, I'm not always as consistent as I should be. And whenever I do sit down to study/learn, I get distracted easily.

[@id_daniloconceicao4065]

I'm working as cybersecurity analyst around 6 months that my first job in cybersecurity the feels I felt when I started is that most I studied less I knew, it's a crazy feeling. Work hard to learn but you need to process so much information that seems like you don't know nothing. Example: I had studied about a vulnerability and tested it to show for a client I knew everything about that vulnerability but when I had to show for the client how to mitigate that vulnerability I didn't know nothing like my mind had delete all the informations.

[@CertifiedBoii_8]

Hey! I just what to know if you did your degree on cyber security or Computer science???

[@id_daniloconceicao4065]

@@CertifiedBoii_8 My degree is analyst and developer system. I don't know if this degree has out of Brazil.

[@OiVinn-eq1ml]

There’s a lot to learn & plenty of sites & learn to practice & get really good. So it’s never boring

[@DanBanYamYanHarishan]

Self trust is the cure for imposture syndrome, faillure is the road to succes, as long you stay determined because you trust in yourself. Before reaching level of master mentor you know how many times you got it wrong as a student /apprentice but you found answers in your struggle, also with yourself. Shortly said... be true to yourself and the imposter in you, isn't really you. You know who that is, don't we?

[@thehasinhafiz]

That black dot in the background is driving me insane.

[@arjuntarakesh]

Why would you bring it up bro 😭

[@marcusmcclain3251]

Its the clip to a circuit breaker

[@pr0tagnist]

Not cool man!

[@anonyghost7422]

@@pr0tagnistthe heck you doing here good sir?

[@collinsinfosec]

Now you got me looking at it 😂 It's the clip to the circuit breaker as @marcusmcclain3251 stated!

[@Italiangentleman2394]

Consistency is key alitle each day goes along way

[@Rosarak]

I came from one of your 2021 videos. The beard suits you! Thanks for your insights-they really help with feeling behind my peers and finding the right path to learn. I feel like I do great in theory and understand it well, but when it comes to putting the theory into practice, I get a bit lost. How can I prove myself?

[@jonathanlevy8705]

Thanks for the advice Grant :)

[@collinsinfosec]

Happy to share!

[@NetSpectre]

I just finished my MSc in cybersecurity (conversion, no prior experience). When I started it I wanted to turn my life around and study something that would lead to a better paid job/career after basically not doing so well financially for years compared to people my own age. I heard there were LOADS of jobs/need for people to study and take positions in it when I chose it. Now it feels like the goal posts have been moved and everyone is saying its so hard right now. What the hell happened? Is there a need for people or what??? Also I've heard people say your degree wont be enough, you need tons of certs which cost money. Its starting to feel like a bit of a money spinning con to be honest if you have to keep on top of the never ending learning just to get a job in it. I've already been feeling like an imposter for the entire time I've studied it, like I'm not good enough, then I heard things like that and I just feel like throwing it out the window as a waste of my time. It's very frustrating because I gave up an OK job to go and study it too, where I could have stayed.

[@PukarVakara]

Its helping me a lot thanks bro ❤

[@valentinellos]

I remember watching a similar video of you when you started. Guess we are here again.

[@itsyaboimat2393]

Grant I gotta ask is cybersecurity math heavy I only ask because I have a 4th-grade math level due to a disability, I took a C++ coding class at my local community college and it didn't go well I don't want to dump a bunch of money into CS if its gonna stonewall me with precalculus and algebra

[@madmonkey762]

I know from my own experience in college, everyone who took computer science all changed their major to Business Administration - Computer Information Systems. They all said it was math heavy. The math courses I had to take were intro to statistics and intro to calculus, and I never had to go further than those for my degree.

[@Hushedveil2025]

Thank for the EDV

[@Autex00]

Would you mind telling me what notes app you're using on screen in Section 1?

[@collinsinfosec]

The notes app is Joplin! I started using it in July 2022, I haven't looked back. I like how it's simple and can let you backup sync with common cloud providers, AWS S3, G-Drive, etc and give you markdown support.

[@FredYduciel]

Thanks a lot Sir, u just got a new subscriber today... I'm studying Security+ right away, that after failing my N10-008 twice, very stressed, please any advice regarding the Security+ , its very hard than Network itself???

[@Baba_Novac]

This is my situation here, maybe somebody sees and give some advice. I am currently working as a Sys Admin (you know working with everything related to Firewall, Servers, Windows, Linux, etc.) and want to learn and get full into information security. I have read a lot of things related to security, watching videos, etc. and even on topics related on motivation and getting things done, but I can't get into the learning stuff for certifications or get more in depth. For example I want to get my Sec+ and I know about Professor Messer videos, books, but can't get to sit and learn everyday for 1-2 hours. I just can't.. or I am not having a specific plan and stick to it, or motivation, lazynes, procastination.. I do not know..

[@gonzooo9464]

Omg I’m starting on August 27th

[@gonzooo9464]

@NomaanAhmed7 literally in class right now first day

[@DoubleM-jk6ex]

Hello am a beginner and really need help on where to begin. I would appreciate any help offered

[@IsaacRivas-hg6kg]

Great video man. You kind of cut off at the end there

[@collinsinfosec]

Thank you! That was purposeful. My last statement was a terrible way of saying my classic send off-line, "until the next time, have a good day", so I cut it out this time around.

[@vRaxx2]

Started as a script kiddy, trying to make my way out of it.

[@JamesHalloway_24]

study, study, study. read, understand, test, create etc.

[@collinsinfosec]

skids unite.

[@Divyv520]

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[@charlotte-qe8ht]

Do you have any recommendations on ideal laptops for a beginner in cybersecurity!?

[@CaiN805]

Any ThinkPad with any linux distro on the board

[@MattReadReview]

Good video. I have been in the military for 15 years and will get a pension in 5 years. No experience in CS but hoping to use the next five years to prepare myself to a transition to CS at 40 y/o

[@Whiterqbbit]

Since August of last year, ive completed SANS - GFACT, GISF, GSEC, GCIH, GPYC, GCFE, and GCFA .... Chugga Chugga

[@ultravioletiris6241]

Are you doing one of the degrees?

[@Whiterqbbit]

@@ultravioletiris6241 doing the BS program. Have 2 more classes and finish up my internship.

[@cristianpiano2170]

Do you have a job?

[@Whiterqbbit]

@@cristianpiano2170 Yeah I work full time, just not in cybersecurity

[@kevingarfield2094]

That huge aah mic is triggering my misophonia so bad dude... Would you consider using a declicker to edit out the breathing noises and such or keep the mic a little far away. I don't understand why people started using dedicated huge mics to literally record anything. With some keeping them just under their damn nose and mouth... Fuug.....

[@axl4394]

Huh?

[@castroonie]

LOL what, I think you’re hearing things my guy…

[@ethantrowbridge4658]

If that is bothering you. Stop watching videos and get out in the world