The Real Cost of Ignoring Experts: Why A DIY Privacy Strategy Is A Ticking Time Bomb

From hidden costs that lurk like an iceberg to DIY disasters, we discuss why cutting corners today could cost you dearly tomorrow.Tune in and find out why when it comes to data privacy, ignorance isn't bliss—it's a ticking time bomb.In this eye-opening episode, we have a conversation with Sean Falconer, a former postdoc medical student at Stanford turned leading expert in Privacy! In this episode Sean shares: His fascinating journey from competitive programming and medical research into the world of privacyThe common pitfalls companies encounter with a DIY data privacy approachHow AI is rewriting the cybersecurity playbook and what it means for Privacy ProsWhy investing in yourself isn't just smart—it's essential.Tune in to level-up your privacy game and avoid the pitfalls of going it alone. Sean has a lofty goal: to make the digital economy safer. And he's doing so one API at a time. A former competitive programmer, entrepreneur, and expert storyteller, his many accomplishments include designing the software used to create ICD-11 at the World Health Organization, founding Proven.com, and leading developer relations teams at Google. When he’s not interviewing industry insiders as one of the hosts of the popular Software Engineering Daily podcast or diving into all things data security and privacy on Partially Redacted, you can find this world-class tech talent serving as Head of Marketing and Developer Relations at Skyflow, the world’s first and only data privacy vault delivered as an API.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 Sean on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanf/Get Exclusive Insights, Secret Expert Tips & Actionable Resources For A Thriving Privacy Career That We Only Share With Email Subscribers► https://newsletter.privacypros.academy/sign-upSubscribe to the Privacy Pros Academy YouTube Channel► 

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Data privacy is a hot sector in the world of business. But it can be hard to break in and have a career that thrives. That’s where our podcast comes in! We interview leading Privacy Pros and share the secrets to success each fortnight. We'll help guide you through the complex world of Data Privacy so that you can focus on achieving your career goals instead of worrying about compliance issues. It's never been easier or more helpful than this! You don't have to go at it alone anymore! It’s easy to waste a lot of time and energy learning about Data Privacy on your own, especially if you find it complex and confusing. Founder and Co-host Jamal Ahmed, dubbed “The King of GDPR” by the BBC, interviews leading Privacy Pros and discusses topics businesses are struggling with each week and pulls back the curtain on the world of Data Privacy. Deep dive with the world's brightest and most thought-provoking data privacy thought leaders to inspire and empower you to unleash your best to thrive as a Data Privacy Professional. If you're ambitious, driven & highly motivated, and thinking about a career in Data Privacy, a rising Privacy Pro or an Experienced Privacy Leader this is the podcast for you. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode or important update from your favourite Privacy Pro. And if you ever want to learn more about how to secure a career in data privacy and then thrive, just tune into our show and we'll teach you everything there is to know! Listen now and subscribe for free on iTunes, Spotify or Google Play Music! Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive insights, secret expert tips & actionable resources for a thriving privacy career that we only share with email subscribers https://newsletter.privacypros.academy/sign-up