Hi everyone, day 2 done!! Today I challenged myself to do a 20-minute workout. I was initially hesitant about doing this as I thought working out for 20 minutes would drain me completely. But then my mind told me that if I don't try to push myself out of my comfort zone, I would never know what my full potential is. No one in the world can help you more than you can help yourself. You are the one who can change your future. This is what I have learned from today's activity. None of us is perfect, but all of us can succeed in life if we keep pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones and testing our potential. The most important thing to remember is that God only helps those who help themselves. So we should do our best, stay consistent, and trust God's plan! As for today's bonus community challenge: The one thing I've always been compromising on has been my physical health. I've always been so busy with studies and things, as a result, I never gave my health the attention it deserved. But now I have realized that, as @James Govey had said, to have a stable and successful career, it is very important that we balance all of the areas of life together. So I have decided that I will consistently work out every day, even if it is just for 15 minutes, because consistency and patience are the key to success!

Hey everyone, Day 3 done! The FinTech role that excites me most is Tech & Development — especially the cybersecurity side of it, where I can help defend FinTech systems from threats. I want to be part of this industry because people completely rely on these digital financial systems for their salaries, savings, and security, and I want to help protect what they trust. Over the next 90 days, I’m going to focus on developing my cloud security skills, strengthening my Blue Team/SOC abilities, and building the skills needed to contribute effectively to defending the FinTech space. Bonus Community Challenge: I believe the next big innovation in FinTech will be AI-driven fraud detection and prevention systems, as the cybersecurity landscape is shifting from traditional, manual methods to more autonomous and intelligent technologies. With AI’s ability to analyze massive amounts of financial data in real time, identify unusual patterns, and respond instantly to potential threats, FinTech companies can greatly strengthen their security. This level of automation will not only reduce human error, but also help protect users’ money and trust on a much larger scale

Hey everyone, it’s Day 4! My big goal for the next 90 days is to secure an internship in the Cybersecurity department, specifically in the Blue Team within a good FinTech company. I want to stay consistent in learning, refine my skills as a Cybersecurity Analyst, and contribute meaningfully to the company’s mission of protecting customer trust. In these 90 days, I also aim to complete at least two key courses: the TryHackMe SOC Level 1 or LetsDefend Cyber Security Analyst Path, and the EC Council Cyber Security Analyst Certification, to ensure I’m fully prepared for real-world SOC responsibilities. My top 3 daily habits are: - Starting my day early. - Spending 1 hour learning Cloud Security. - Staying updated with the latest technologies and cybersecurity news.

Hey everyone, I'm Aaliya Khalil, a Cybersecurity graduate with a passion to contribute to defending the digital space, especially in FinTech. The biggest insight I gained from the Global Early Careers 7-Day Career Launch Challenge was that clarity creates momentum. Once my goals were clearly defined, staying consistent became much easier and manageable. During this challenge, I strengthened the habit of showing up daily with discipline; reflecting, learning, and taking small but intentional actions. My motivation comes from the desire to protect digital and financial systems while continuously developing my technical and professional skills in Cybersecurity. I have completed the Global Early Careers 7-Day Career Launch Challenge, and I'm ready to take my career to the next level! Bonus Challenge: From Day 1 to Day 7✨ This 7-day challenge pushed me to pause, reflect, and get clear about what I want moving forward. I stepped slightly out of my comfort zone, showed up daily, and stayed consistent with small but meaningful actions. One of my biggest learnings was how powerful mindset and discipline really are. Even simple habits such as reflection, sharing thoughts, and taking action can slowly build confidence and clarity. By the end of the week, I felt more focused, motivated, and aligned with my interest in cybersecurity within the FinTech space. I'd like to thank @James Govey , and Mirela Gheorghe for creating this wonderful and insightful opportunity and for the guidance throughout the challenge. Grateful to be part of such a supportive and growth-focused community!🥰

My 30-sec Elevator Pitch: I may not claim to be perfect or highly experienced yet, but I bring strong drive, curiosity, and a genuine passion for cybersecurity in FinTech. I’m motivated to help protect both customer data and company systems from real-world threats. I’m a fast learner, highly committed, and I take responsibility for continuously improving my skills. With the right guidance and training, I’m confident I can add real value to a cybersecurity team and contribute to building secure, trustworthy digital financial systems.