Privacy Pros Podcast

In this episode, Conor, a seasoned privacy leader with over 15 years of experience, goes beyond the technical aspects of privacy and provides you with actionable tips for climbing the ladder, no matter your career stage.

• Discover the career hacks Conor used to excel in the industry
• Learn how to stay ahead of the curve and leverage AI for better privacy practices 
• Plus, Conor reveals his secrets for juggling a demanding career with a young family (moms and dads, this is for you!).

This episode is a roadmap to success for any privacy professional, but especially those looking to build a fulfilling career and a happy home life.

He currently oversees BSI Group’s global privacy, delivering strategic advisory and operational support to clients across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

Conor is a regular industry contributor, thought leader, and privacy-by-design advocate. He holds numerous qualifications and is a member of the Institute of Operational Privacy Design's Standards Committee. C

In his spare time, Conor plays American Football, mentors at his local Coder-Dojo, and enjoys spending time with his family and going to the gym.

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In this episode, Jamal Ahmed speaks with Gwen, a senior privacy consultant, about the transformative power of habits in career development.

Gwen shares her inspiring journey and provides invaluable advice on:

• The bold move that launched her privacy career: Learn why quitting her job was the catalyst for Gwen's success.
• Branding yourself for visibility: How to strategically use LinkedIn to stand out in the industry.
• Unlocking your potential with habits: Discover the habits that can accelerate your career.
• Battling imposter syndrome and building a network: Get strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome and building a network

After spearheading compliance initiatives for over a decade, she pivoted her career into data privacy by leveraging LinkedIn and the science of habits. Today as a senior privacy consultant, Gwen helps businesses unleash the power of proactive privacy.

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

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Global privacy expert Jamal Ahmed sits down with Saima Fancy and Jay Averitt to uncover strategies for operationalising privacy, communicating impact, and creating a fulfilling career path.

Discover tips to:

• Shift privacy programs from blocking innovation to enabling it
• Adapt privacy to business goals and foster cooperation
• Gain real-world and hands on experience if you're transitioning into privacy roles
• Use teaching and writing online to establish your expertise and credibility
• Turn career challenges into growth opportunities

Whether you’re new to privacy or a seasoned pro, this info-packed episode shares hard-won lessons on advancing your skills, attracting opportunities, and making your mark.

Tune in now to shape the future of privacy and equip yourself to empower businesses with honest data practices.

In his current role, he focuses on technical privacy reviews and incident response related to Microsoft's O365 product line. He has been focused on Privacy for over a decade, both as an attorney and in technical operational privacy.  He graduated from Auburn University with a BS in Management Information Systems and earned his JD from the University of Alabama School of Law.

She is passionate about protecting the privacy rights of consumers and facilitating cross-functional partnerships to design and implement privacy-centric solutions. Saima has a proven track record of advising project teams, reviewing, and contributing to technical systems and product development life cycles, and monitoring privacy trends and best practices. She contributes to her professional ecosystems by presenting talks, lecturing at universities, mentoring, and is a strong ally for privacy and security professionals and STEM advocates for women and girls. 

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

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The Privacy Pros Podcast hits a milestone with our 100th episode, and who better to celebrate with than a special co-host.

Join Jamal and Jamilla as they take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, discussing what this podcast has meant to them and the Privacy community after 100 incredible episodes.

Get ready to hear:

• Hilarious inside stories: From his favourite guest to the funniest (and most embarrassing!) recording moments, Jamal spills the beans.
• Real talk about challenges: Jamal opens up about the tough times and what he's learned from publishing an international bestselling book.
• The power of community: Discover how Jamal found his tribe within the industry and how you can fuel your success too.
• Plus, YOUR questions answered: Jamal tackles listener concerns like the value of AI certifications and effective time management techniques.

Don't miss this unique look behind the scenes!

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

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Jamal Ahmed interviews renowned Privacy Professional and Attorney Christopher Schmidt on the opportunities and threats posed by emerging technologies like generative AI. 

They discuss:

• Pragmatic ways to apply core privacy principles to AI systems
• Why you shouldn't overreact to AI hype
• The complex state of International Data Transfers

And a bonus segment where Christopher addresses listener queries about IAPP exams and how to set yourself up for success as a World Class privacy professional.

This episode is a must-listen for any privacy pro looking to stay ahead of the curve!

He previously served as an Advisory Board Member and Chair of the IAPP's CIPP/E Exam Development Board and has been selected as an expert on data protection matters by the Council of Europe.

Christopher has worked at the International and European Affairs Department of the Hessian Data Protection Commissioner and with renowned global law firms, focusing on cybersecurity and data protection matters across all sectors. Among the clients he has advised are leading technology and software providers, financial institutions and blockchain businesses, global pharmaceutical and tourism companies.

As a freelancer, Christopher runs advanced courses and workshops for law students as well as for lawyers and data protection officers on current European data protection matters in German, English, French, and Italian. In 2020, he launched the European Essential Guarantees Guide [www.essentialguarantees.com] to help data exporters with conducting global transfer impact assessments in a post-Schrems II world.

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

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Join us as we discuss the outdated concept of career ladders and explore the exciting world of zig-zagging your way to success. Our guest, Garvey Seaton, is a career architect with a wealth of experience helping people pivot to fulfilling careers. He'll share his insights on how you ca build a career that aligns with your passions and values, even if it doesn't follow a linear trajectory.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why the traditional career ladder model is becoming increasingly outdated.
• Strategies for building a career that aligns with your values and goals
• Practical tips for landing a job in the booming privacy industry

Whether you're just starting out or looking to make a change, this episode will empower you to break free from traditional career norms and chart your own unique success story.

He helps professionals build the career they want and employers retain the talent they want. Through his free weekly newsletter “The Lonely Pivot”, Garvey gives career builders actionable ideas to help them build fulfilling careers.

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

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• Data Protection Updates and so much more

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We've got Garvey Seaton, career architect and corporate trainer on the podcast to break down the process and give you the strategies that will make your pivot successful.

In this episode, Jamal and Garvey discuss the challenges of making a successful career pivot, the importance of personal fulfillment in jobs, and the mindset required to make brave changes. 

They also explore the consequences of staying in unfulfilling roles and how this can negatively affect your personal life and mental health. 

By the end of the episode, you'll understand:

1. What a Career Council is and why you need one for a successful career pivot
2. How to overcome fear of failure and ineffective planning if you're switching roles
3. Why you need to align your values and leverage your network to make your transition seamless

This is an episode you can't afford to miss!

He helps professionals build the career they want and employers retain the talent they want.  Through his free weekly newsletter “The Lonely Pivot”, Garvey gives career builders actionable ideas to help them build fulfilling careers.

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

Follow Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/

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In this episode of the Privacy Pros podcast, Jamal Ahmed and Scott McCrady dive deep into the art of skill stacking and how it can propel you to the top of the industry!

Imagine a world where you're not just good at one thing, but exceptional at several. That's the magic of skill stacking – a proven strategy that turns ordinary professionals into extraordinary assets.

They discuss:

• Why technical skills are not enough if you want to be promoted to a senior leadership role
• How to leverage your strengths to stand out in a competitive job market
• How to strategically stack your skills for maximum impact
• The key soft skills hiring managers are looking for when hiring

Ready to level up your career and stack the deck in your favour? Hit play now to unlock the secret to high-paying and impactful roles.

Scott has worked with large companies and start-ups, among them IBM and EDS, where he held Security Engineer and Team Leader positions (US and London). Previous to SolCyber, McCrady built the Asia-Pacific-Japan business at Symantec; he ran the global Managed Security Service, and the Symantec and Accenture Joint Venture.

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

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• Data Protection Updates and so much more

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In today's ever-evolving landscape, security is no longer an afterthought, it's a business imperative. But securing buy-in for security programs can be a challenge, especially when stakeholders are focused on other priorities.

In this episode, you'll uncover the secrets to becoming an influential privacy champion, effectively communicating with stakeholders, and leveraging the right tools to streamline security processes and achieve organisational buy-in.

By the end of this episode, you'll have the clarity and confidence to:

• Assess and improve your organisation's security posture
• Communicate security risks and requirements in a way that resonates with stakeholders
• Simplify security management and drive buy-in across the organizatio

So if you're ready to take your organisation's security to the next level, tune in now.

Scott has worked with large companies and start-ups, among them IBM and EDS, where he held Security Engineer and Team Leader positions (US and London). Previous to SolCyber, McCrady built the Asia-Pacific-Japan business at Symantec; he ran the global Managed Security Service, and the Symantec and Accenture Joint Venture.

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

Follow Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/

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• Free LIVE Training
• Free Easy Peasy Data Privacy Guides
• Data Protection Updates and so much more

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In this enlightening episode we delve into the art of negotiation and career advancement with R. Jason Cronk. Jason, a renowned privacy engineer, lawyer, and author of the acclaimed IAPP textbook "Strategic Privacy by Design,".

Key Highlights:

1. Discover how Jason transformed his corporate role into a part-time role to allow him to work solely on Privacy By Design projects. You'll learn how to create opportunities and negotiate terms that align with your personal and professional aspirations.

2. Jason also recounts challenging moments in his career, particularly dealing with resistance to privacy and security concerns within corporate departments. His takeaways emphasise the importance of choosing your battles wisely and knowing when to walk away.

3. Learn from Jason's approach to negotiation, where he advocates for flexibility, adaptability, and seeking win-win solutions. He shares how creating a part-time role for himself opened doors to consulting and training opportunities, underlining the importance of not feeling trapped in your career.

Whether you're facing career challenges, seeking to influence change, or exploring new avenues in privacy, Jason's experiences and strategies offer a roadmap to success.

He is also the founder and president of the Institute of Operational Privacy Design, a non-profit organisation of privacy professionals which seeks to define and drive the adoption of common and comprehensive standards to protect individuals’ privacy. His knowledge and involvement reaches across the spectrum as an active member of the academic, engineering, legal and professional privacy communities and a pioneering voice in the development of privacy by design. Whether it is writing books, developing models and frameworks, or training companies and individuals alike, he is tirelessly advocating for privacy across the world.

If you're ready to transform your career and become the go-to GDPR expert, get your copy of 'The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR' here: https://www.bestgdprbook.com/

Follow Jamal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/

Follow Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjc06c/

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• Free LIVE Training
• Free Easy Peasy Data Privacy Guides
• Data Protection Updates and so much more

Apply to join here whilst it's still free: https://www.facebook.com/groups/privacypro