Privacy Pros Podcast

Unlock The Secrets To Landing A Meaningful Role In Privacy With Great Pay!

It’s no secret the privacy job market is tough right now. While privacy professionals are in high demand, there are many people vying for the same roles. If you’re in a position where you want to break into the market or want a more respected and better paying job in privacy, the absolute worst thing you could do is to stay in the same role and hope that one day, it’ll get better.

In this episode, Jamal Ahmed, CEO and Founder of Privacy Pros Academy reveals the 5 step process that dozens of his mentees have followed to get high paying roles in privacy within 30 days.

You'll discover:

• What recruiters and hiring managers are looking for
• How to find your ideal job roles and sell yourself as the only candidate for the job
• How to get promoted faster than the industry average

Filled with practical tips and actionable advice, this is an episode you can't afford to miss!

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Leading Privacy Lawyer Reveals The Secrets To A Successful Privacy Career

Hi, my name is Jamal Ahmed and I'd like to invite you to listen to this special episode of the #1 ranked Data Privacy podcast.

When Tracy Odipo joined the Privacy Pros Academy, she was looking for the confidence to serve her organisation and clients to the best of her abilities. Three months later, Tracy had not only passed the CIPM, she was 'killing it' at work!

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How to position yourself for leadership opportunities
• A hassle-free approach to operationalising your privacy knowledge
• How to build a credible personal brand and get rid of imposter syndrome

And so much more....

Tracy Vivian Odipo is a tech and data privacy lawyer advising global enterprises on all aspects of corporate/commercial law, contract law, financial law, GDPR, SaaS, through the use of technology and artificial intelligence to drive efficiencies within the business of law.

Tracy recently completed the Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) through the Privacy Pros Academy.

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Renowned Privacy Leader And Best Selling Author Reveals His Secrets To Success

Discover:

• What it takes to build a personal brand that secures leadership opportunities
• Practical tips for overcoming adversity with a positive mindset
• Why shameless consistency and persistency is the key to success
• How to manage senior stakeholder relationships, influence change and deliver win win solutions

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

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Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who has worked with professionals in over 30 countries.

Punit works with CXOs and DPOs to identify and manage privacy risks, and create and implement privacy strategies in a world that is digital, AI-driven, and has data in the cloud. Punit Bhatia is the author of four privacy books including the books “Be Ready for GDPR”, “Be an effective DPO” and “AI & Privacy”. The book “Be Ready for GDPR” is listed as #1 in Best GDPR Books by Book Authority. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 50 global events and is a host /creator of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast which has been ranked amongst the top GDPR podcasts in 2020, 2021 and 2022.

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Get Ready For Something Different!

On the 50th episode of the Privacy Pros Podcast, join Jamal and Jamilla as they take a look back on their podcast journey. Get an inside look into their favourite moments, success stories from the Academy and behind-the-scenes stories that will leave you shocked!

They also give a glimpse into what the future holds for the Privacy Pros Academy and the podcast.

This special episode is not to be missed!

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Are you looking to get your first certification but you’re unsure of where to start?

With both CIPP/E and CIPM certifications being so popular, it can be hard to decide which one is right for you. We understand, it’s hard to figure out which certification is the best investment to get your career on the right track. 

But we're here to help. This episode is full of valuable information that will help you make the best decision for your career. It includes insights from experts including IAPP’s certification director and a leading recruiter for Privacy Professionals so you can be sure you’re making an informed choice.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why IAPP certifications are highly sought after in the job market
• How to decide between the CIPP/E and CIPM
• Tips to successfully pass either exam on your first attempt
• How to easily impress hiring managers and add value to your organisation

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Connect with Lisa Spink on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/privacyrecruiterlondon/

Connect with Matthias Bohler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthias-bohler-a621021/

Connect with Douglas Forman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-forman-ph-d-5215b451/

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Do you want to work in Data Privacy but don't know where to start?

We've all been there. You're interested in a new field but don't know what the first step is. The good news is that getting your first role in data privacy isn't as hard as you might think. In fact, with the right tools and resources, it can be downright easy. And that's what we're here to provide – everything you need to get started on your journey today.

Listen to this extract from our acclaimed webinar "How To Start A Thriving Career In Data Privacy" to uncover everything you need to kickstart a thriving career in privacy!

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How to get started in Data Privacy without prior experience
• Why applications aren't just a numbers game
• How to access the hidden job market through LinkedIn
• How to decide on the best IAPP Certification to accelerate your career

Discover why you can enjoy a rewarding career in Data Privacy regardless of your background, and so much more...

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Connect with Samara on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/samara-starkman

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Former Chief Security Officer With Experience At Billion Dollar Companies Reveals The Secret To Running Successful Privacy Programmes!

Hi, my name is Jamal Ahmed and I'd like to invite you to listen to this special episode of the #1 ranked Data Privacy podcast.

Discover:

• How to rethink privacy for organisational success
• What it takes to sustain a thriving career in Data Privacy
• Plus, a surprising career regret Privacy Pros must be cautious of!

And so much more....

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Jad is a seasoned leader in software development, security, and privacy.

He spent 9 years on Google’s information security team and led security for social products. From there, Jad became Snap Inc.’s first Chief Security Officer, creating programs for security, privacy engineering, and spam and abuse from the ground up. Early in his career, Jad recognized that developing meaningful defenses takes time and resources, and decided in 2018 to create a tool that would address those challenges. He and Chris partnered to launch TerraTrue. Jad holds a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering from McGill University and a master’s in computer science from Stanford.

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Former General Counsel At Snap and Co-Founder of TerraTrue Spills The Secrets To A Successful Privacy Career

Hi, my name is Jamal Ahmed and I'd like to invite you to listen to this special episode of the #1 ranked Data Privacy podcast.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How Privacy Pros can help their organisations embrace privacy by design
• Why Privacy needs to #ShiftLeft and what the future holds for the industry
• What leading companies look for when hiring

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Before co-founding TerraTrue, Chris was the first General Counsel at Snap, where he built the company’s legal, compliance, public policy, and law-enforcement teams.

During his time there, Chris developed a transformative privacy program that coupled rigorous review with tools and systems that were nimble enough not to restrain the relentless pace of execution. Chris is a Homeland Security Project fellow at Harvard’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. And he’s constructed two crossword puzzles that have been published in the New York Times (one of which was featured on the Colbert Report). He graduated from Yale Law School.

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Is It Possible To Switch Career & Make It As A PrivacyPro, Even Without Any Previous Experience Or A Legal Background?

In this episode, Tahir Choudhury reveals all the details about his transformational life journey on the Privacy Pros Accelerator Programme. Prior to the programme, Tahir spent years working long hours at restaurants and as a taxi driver. Stuck in a cycle, frustrated with where his life was headed, Tahir knew he needed to make a change but didn’t know how or if it was even possible.

Discover how Tahir went from having no experience and no knowledge of data privacy, to landing a managerial role at multinational company and building a meaningful and rewarding career, all within the span of 6 months.

If you’re feeling stuck in your career, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll be inspired by Tahir’s story and motivated to take your own career to the next level. Not just that, you'll know how to get the same results by following the proven 5C formula. 

Hi, my name is Jamal Ahmed and I'd like to invite you to listen to this special episode of the #1 ranked Data Privacy podcast.

Uncover:

• How to launch your privacy career without any prior experience
• How to impress hiring managers and be in a position to field multiple high paying offers
• How to build a credible personal brand using social media

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Tahir Choudhury, Graduate of the Privacy Pros Academy.

Prior to joining the Academy he had no real knowledge of data privacy. He'd never had a salary-based job, always self-employed. He'd never had a real CV. He'd never Applied for a job and never had a job interview. Following the program, he is now CIPPE certified and has an amazing career as a Data Protection Manager.

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World Renowned Privacy Lawyer With Over 25 Years Of Experience Shares The Secrets To His Success!Attention Data Privacy Professionals who want to take their career to the next level

Hi, my name is Jamal Ahmed and I'd like to invite you to listen to this special episode of the #1 ranked Data Privacy podcast.

In this episode we're joined by Eduardo Ustaran, Global co-head of the Hogan Lovells Privacy and Cybersecurity practice to talk about his illustrious career. Find out about his 'accidental' start in Data Privacy, the key privacy challenges every Privacy Pro must be aware of, plus a Q&A with the Privacy Pros community!

Discover:

• The future of Data Privacy and how Privacy Pros can keep up with emerging technologies
• How to approach updates to Standard Contractual Clauses for International Data Transfers
• Why Data Protection should be a concern for everyone
• What it takes to sustain a thriving career in Data Privacy
• What the industry is missing and how to stand out

You can't afford to miss this episode!

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Global co-head of the Hogan Lovells Privacy and Cybersecurity practice Eduardo Ustaran is widely recognized as one of the world's leading privacy and data protection lawyers and thought leaders.

With over 25 years of experience, Eduardo advises multinationals and governments around the world on the adoption of privacy and cybersecurity strategies and policies. Eduardo has been involved in the development of the EU data protection framework and was listed by Politico as the most prepared individual in its 'GDPR power matrix'.

Based in London, Eduardo leads a dedicated team advising on all aspects of data protection law – from strategic issues related to the latest technological developments such as artificial intelligence and connected devices to the implementation of global privacy compliance programs and mechanisms to legitimize international data flows.

Eduardo is the author of The Future of Privacy (DataGuidance, 2013), a ground-breaking book where he anticipates the key elements that organizations and privacy professionals will need to tackle to comply with the regulatory framework of the future.

Eduardo is co-founder and editor of Data Protection Leader, a member of the panel of experts of DataGuidance, and a former member of the Board of Directors of the IAPP. Eduardo is executive editor of European Data Protection Law and Practice (IAPP, 2018), and co-author of Data Protection: A Practical Guide to UK and EU Law (OUP, 2018), Beyond Data Protection (Springer, 2013), E-Privacy and Online Data Protection (Tottel Publishing, 2007) and of the Law Society’s Data Protection Handbook (2004). Eduardo has lectured at the University of Cambridge on data protection as part of its Masters of Bioscience Enterprise, and regularly speaks at international conferences.

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