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Cybility SavvyHow Stories can change your organisation cultureIn this episode, Michala Liavaag sits down with Pradeep U.N., founder and CEO of Stories and Wisdom, an award-winning platform and company, to explore how storytelling can revolutionize organisational culture. Pradeep introduces his innovative approach to human engagement and culture transformation: Storytelling: A card game that encourages personal story sharing, fostering deeper connections among team membersGamification: An engaging, interactive experience that makes team-building more enjoyable and effectiveNeuroscience: A scientifically-informed design that leverages how the brain processes information and forms relationshipsSocial Learning: A browser-based platform enabling collaborative learning across geographical boundaries for remote an...
2024-08-1541 min
LinkedIn tips, business tips, and marketing tips for coaches, consultants, speakers, authors, solopreneurs & small business owners: Enthusiastically Self-EmployedLinkedIn Profile Mini-Audit for Speaker (Michala Liavaag) Ep 74Unlock the secrets to transforming your LinkedIn profile into a magnet for speaking engagements and sales opportunities with cybersecurity expert Michala Liavaag and me, Brenda Meller. We review Michala's LinkedIn presence, pinpointing how to make her speaker identity pop with her header image and finessing profile components to shout her cybersecurity prowess from the virtual rooftops. Listeners will snag actionable tips on leveraging stage photos to beef up credibility and the art of crafting a message that reels in the ideal audience.Dive deep into the craft of tailoring a LinkedIn profile for speaker bookings, a...
2024-02-2815 min
Talent First'Closing the Experience Gap - Mentorship, Education and Apprenticeships - PART TWO.’ with Michala LiavaagIn the second part of my chat with Michala Liavaag, Founder of Cybility and cybersecurity mentor, we discuss the phrase 'skills gap' and how it is becoming a catch-all phrase and somewhat of a misnomer in cybersecurity recruitment. Michala offers her advice not only to people looking to come into and/or pivot into the industry but also to companies looking to hire the best in talent - going beyond the traditional methods.
An experienced cybersecurity leader, speaker, mentor, and podcaster; Michala spent over 20 years in IT and
a decade leading information...
2024-02-2330 min
Talent FirstClosing the Experience Gap - Mentorship, Education and Apprenticeships - PART ONE.’ with Michala LiavaagThis episode of Talent First is so good, we made it into a two-parter!
I talk to Michala Liavagg about her incredible career, from pianist to cybersecurity leader and this part we talk about the crucial importance of mentorship to those looking to enter the profession. We also discuss the responsibilities of, not only the mentor, but the mentee.
An experienced cybersecurity leader, speaker, mentor, and podcaster; Michala spent over 20 years in IT and
a decade leading information governance and cybersecurity programmes across local government,
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2024-02-2230 minCybility SavvyE24- Data protection in charities and local government - in conversation with Maureen ChaffeIn this episode, Michala Liavaag talks with Maureen Chaffe, about the challenges of keeping data protected in the local government and charity sectors. Maureen is the founder of Processmatters2, a Data Protection expert, and a 'former trustee'. She has over 20 years of experience unpicking poor data practices and improving the efficiency of systems in local government, non-profit organisations, and the private sector. Contact Maureen:https://bit.ly/Cybility2ProcessMatters2 (Only use this, not email too or we can't track) 👉 Cited in this episode: Podcast Desert islands discs: https://bbc.in/3y2B...
2023-03-0335 minCybility SavvyE23- Corporate Governance in the Cyber AgeIn this episode, Michala Liavaag talks with Clare McGill Sharpe, about the current challenges facing corporate governance and cybersecurity in a global charity context. Clare works as the Corporate Governance Manager at the charity Sightsavers, and volunteers as a trustee at the Brighton Yoga Foundation. Clare’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-mcgill-532869199/ 👉 Cited in this episode: Civil society news: https://bit.ly/Cybility2CivSocNewsDirectory of social change: https://bit.ly/Cybility2DSocChangeNCVO: https://bit.ly/Cybility2NCVOGetting on board: https...
2023-01-1939 minCybility SavvyHave fun and raise Cybersecurity AwarenessWould you like to raise your team or family's awareness of cybersecurity practices and behaviours - whilst having fun? 🔐+🎲+🥳 We at Cybility created a version of the #game Snakes and Ladders designed to do exactly that. Get your FREE copy at https://bit.ly/cybilitysnakesandladders----- ⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media 💬 Contribute to future episodes with your cyber security concerns and questions 🤝Connect with Michala and Cybility Savvy: ✅ LinkedIn ✅ Twi...
2022-12-1501 minCybility SavvyE22 - How can coaching support organisational change?📝Show notes: Creating a culture of Cybersecurity involves changing behaviours. This episode dives deep in the subject of how coaching enables sustainable organisational change. Michala Liavaag talks with Amy Tarrant and Sue Noble who have authored a book to give organisations the coaching tools and framework to deliver on the benefits that organisation change initiatives promise.👉 Cited in this episode: Book Coaching People through Organizational Change. Listen to the episode to get a 20% discount code: https://bit.ly/Cybility2SNATbookAmy Tarrant's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytarrant/Sue N...
2022-12-0642 minCybility SavvyE21 - Cybersecurity for trustees - with guest host Penny WilsonIn this episode, we turned the tables: Penny Wilson interviews Michala Liavaag! Penny Wilson is the CEO of Getting on Board, a trustee recruitment and diversity charity. Penny has been a trustee of several charities and is currently a trustee of the National Migraine Centre.Penny asks Michala questions about cybersecurity from the perspective of trustees.Starting with the basics of what cybersecurity, the importance of robust process design, through to the nuances of obtaining insurance coverage, and much more.This episode is full of resources and practical tips for trustees.
2022-11-0945 minCybility SavvyE20- What does the board do about cybersecurity?What part does the board play in keeping organisations more cyber resilient? Michala Liavaag explains the important role board members play in cybersecurity no matter the size of the organisation. Boards need to see cybersecurity as any other risk they need to take into consideration, in order to ensure it is working to meet the organisation's objectives. Michala also answers the question: is cyber security an IT job? As always, board members will leave with practical tips and questions they can ask their executives, to make sure cybersecurity is properly governed. 👉 Cited i...
2022-10-1408 minCybility SavvySeason 2 is comingAs you may have noticed, we took a little break on the show, and are gearing up for season 2. We took the season break to reflect on what went well and what we could improve upon. In our next season we’ll deliver more bite-sized episodes, with easy-to-digest, actionable hints and tips covering topics such as: understanding and managing cyber risks, cyber security governance, the role and responsibilities of leaders and much more.----- ⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subs...
2022-09-3001 minCybility SavvyE19- In conversation with Sabrina Segal- How should charities manage risk?📝Show notes:How should charities manage risk?Michala Liavaag and Sabrina Segal talk about risk management in the not-for-profit sector: how it intersects with cybersecurity; cultural elements to risk; doing objective centred risk management; risk as opportunity; and more.Sabrina is currently the Global Head of Integrity, Risk, and Compliance Support Services at JA Worldwide, a nonprofit focused on supporting entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work skills readiness to young people around the globe. Sabrina is a licensed attorney, Certified Fraud Examiner, and has more than 15 years of experience in the no...
2022-07-2847 minCybility SavvyE18- Small and Medium organisations need cybersecurity too- In conversation with Chris White📝Show notes:What help is available for small organisations to counter cyber threats?In this episode Michala Liavaag and Chris White explore several aspects of cybersecurity for small and medium organisations. Chris White is a detective inspector, working in the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit as a Police Cyber Security Advisor and Prevent Sergeant. More recently, Chris joined the cyber resilience centre for the South East as Head of Cyber and Innovation. This is part of the National Police Chief’s Council - National Cybercrime Programme; a not for profit, police, private & academ...
2022-06-2350 minCybility SavvyE17- IG and DP in healthcare- In Conversation with Barry Moult📝Show notes:What does an 'Information Governance' professional do anyway?In this episode Michala Liavaag and Barry Moult explore several aspects of information governance and data protection in the healthcare sector. They also present the newly created Data Protection & Information Governance level 4 apprenticeship. Barry is an award-winning Information Governance Consultant at BGM IG Limited, best known for his work promoting the importance of information governance and knowledge sharing in the NHS. He now works as the DPO for GP practices, hospices, and private healthcare providers. In 2020 he won the coveted ICO Excellence in Data...
2022-05-1943 minCybility SavvyE16- Why managing digital identities is important?📝Show notes:Are you tired of password resets after a data breach? Your usernames and passwords are still one of the most valuable things about you - to cybercriminals that is. Identity-related breaches are ubiquitous and preventable, whether you are an individual, a small business, or a Fortune 500 organisation. In this episode Michala Liavaag lifts the cover off identity and access management. You can get additional resources from our website: http://www.cybilitysavvy.co.uk#IDMgmtDay2022 #BeIdentitySmart #CybilitySavvy #CyberSecurity #InfoSec #Charities #NonProfit #NED #CEO 👉 Cited in this epis...
2022-04-1206 minCybility SavvyE15-In conversation with Sarah Harriott: Cybersecurity and Corporate Governance in Local Government📝Show notes:Does diversity in cybersecurity and corporate governance matter? In this episode Michala Liavaag invites Sarah Harriott to speak candidly about the reality of working as a black woman in law and corporate governance, the challenges of getting on boards and as always - they discuss her journey to becoming a cyber savvy leader from the corporate governance perspective. Sarah Harriott is an experienced solicitor with a background in litigation. She now specialises in Corporate Governance and provides support to Information Governance at Coventry City Council. Sarah's LinkedIn: https://www.linked...
2022-04-0542 minCybility SavvyCybility Alert - Communicating safely and securely in times of war and peace📝Show notes:How to speak securely with someone in Ukraine without putting them at more risk? As requested by a listener, Michala Liavaag explains the difference between unencrypted and encrypted communications, and how using Virtual Private Networks (VPN) can help protect your privacy. This episode follows on from our Cybility Alert covering the steps organisations can take to respond to the increasing cyber threat due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. We recommend this episode is viewed on our YouTube channel at cybility.tv 👉 Cited in this episode:
2022-03-1809 minCybility SavvyCybility Alert - War and cyber threats: what organizations can do📝Show notes:Russia is attacking Ukraine, and the UK government is repeatedly urging organisations here in the UK to take action against heightened cyber threats. Michala Liavaag explains what the cyber threats are; how this can affect organizations and people all over the world; and what you can do to better protect you and your organisation. 👉 Cited in this episode: NCSC advises organisations to act following Russia’s attack on Ukraine: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/organisations-urged-to-bolster-defencesCybility Savvy’s episodes: http://cybilitysavvy.co.uk/Ukraine Cybe...
2022-03-0211 minCybility SavvyE14 - A Change manager's view on digital transformation and cybersecurity📝Show notes:How is digital transformation enabled by change management and cybersecurity? Michala Liavaag talks with Ket Patel, an accredited Change Manager Master practitioner, about his journey to becoming a cyber savvy change manager. Ket has over 20 years of experience leading change and transformation within Financial Services, Technology and Consulting industries. He is also the UK Co-Lead for the Change Management Institute, and host of the podcast The Change Chair. In this episode, Ket shares the lessons he learned about cybersecurity as a change agitator. Michala and Ket also trace p...
2022-02-1743 minCybility SavvyE13- Safer Internet Day📝Show notes:We are joining hands with thousands of organisations around the globe to celebrate the 19th Safer Internet Day. This year’s theme is “All fun and games? Exploring respect and relationships online”. Michala Liavaag shares what organizations’ leaders can do to help making the internet a safer and better place for all, and especially for children and young people.👉 Cited in this episode: UK Safer Internet Day: saferinternet.org.uk Children’s code by the Information Commissioner’s Office: https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/childrens-code-hub/Our episode on Data Protection...
2022-02-0810 minCybility SavvyE12 - Data protection Day- A DPO shares what you need to know📝Show notes:In this special episode, Michala Liavaag and Hannah Nacheva, a Data Protection Officer, discuss what you need to know about data protection and privacy. 28th January 2022: Data Privacy Day.👉 Cited in this episode: Records of processing ROPA https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/accountability-framework/records-of-processing-and-lawful-basis/Human rights equality Act: https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/en/human-rights-act/article-8-respect-your-private-and-family-life-----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media💬 Contribu...
2022-01-2825 minCybility SavvyE11-All change… In conversation with Amy Tarrant📝Show notes:Michala Liavaag talks with Amy Tarrant, a Change Delivery Lead who has delivered a wide variety of business transformation and strategy initiatives in the insurance sector over the last 15 years. She is also a trustee of the Brighton Yoga Foundation. They discuss the ins and outs of cybersecurity in the insurance and other sectors from the perspectives of both employee and trustee. -----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media💬 Contribute to...
2022-01-1937 minCybility SavvyE10- Where do we start?📝Show notes:New year, new beginnings! As we enter 2022 filled with excitement about the year ahead, we look at things with fresh eyes. If improving cybersecurity isn't one of your organisation's goals already then it's time to add it and become more cyber secure than you were last year. Unsure where and how to start? In this episode, Michala Liavaag explains how charities and other not-for-profits can start tackling cybersecurity. Spoiler alert: Context matters and it is all about risk! Take the next step on your cybersecurity journey by listening to this episode where we'll provide you wit...
2022-01-1008 minCybility SavvyE09- In conversation with Laura Dawson - part 2📝Show notes:Michala Liavaag talks with Laura Dawson, Director of the Data and Technology Services at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She has been a leader in the Charity and Not for Profit sector for nearly 30 years including RSPB, Save the Children UK and British Council. They discuss the ins and outs of cybersecurity in the higher education sector from the perspectives of both employee and trustee. This is the part 2 of the conversation. If you haven’t listened to the first episode yet, check it out: https://www.buzzsprout.com/184...
2021-12-2026 minCybility SavvyCybility Alert- What you need to know about the Log4shell vulnerability📝Show notes:Michala Liavaag dives into what executives, non-executive directors and trustees need to know about 'Log4shell', a new vulnerability that is rated at the maximum 10. The main facts you need to know: What is it? Where is it? Why should we care? What can we do about it? She also discusses misconceptions and shares some questions leaders should ask their IT, third party providers and other suppliers. NOTES: After the recording of this episode, Apache have released v2.16: https://logging.apache.org/log4j/2.x/At 3m38...
2021-12-1420 minCybility SavvyE08- In conversation with Laura Dawson - Part 1📝Show notes:Michala Liavaag talks with Laura Dawson, Director of the Data and Technology Services at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She has been a leader in the Charity and Not for Profit sector for nearly 30 years including RSPB, Save the Children UK and British Council. They discuss the ins and outs of cybersecurity in the higher education sector from the perspectives of both employee and trustee. This is the part 1 of the interview. Join us next week for Part 2. -----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and revi...
2021-12-0827 minCybility SavvyE07-Is there a Cyber Security skills gap?📝Show notes:There is a lot of talk about the 'cybersecurity skills gap' - but what does this mean? What can organisations and individuals do to address it? In this episode, Michala Liavaag gives her view on these questions and provides useful resources for leaders and individuals to help tackling this thorny issue. 👉 Cited in this episode: National Cyber Security Centre Cyberfirst scheme https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberfirst/overview Trailblazers https://www.smallpeicetrust.org.uk/cyberfirst-trailblazersChartered Institute of Information Security's roles framework https://www.ciisec.org/Capabi...
2021-11-0906 minCybility SavvyE06- In conversation with Jackie Freeman. A CFO's journey to becoming cyber savvy📝Show notes:Michala Liavaag is in conversation with Jackie Freeman, a former Chief Financial Officer and currently a consultant and trustee of Age UK, Shape Arts and The Roundhouse Trust. She candidly shares her journey to becoming a cyber savvy executive and the lessons she learned on the way. Check the Trustee’s week events: https://trusteesweek.org/events/-----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media💬 Contribute to future episodes with yo...
2021-11-0228 minCybility SavvyE05-How can leaders drive Cybersecurity First?📝Show notes:What can we do so our products, services and processes have security built in by design and enabled by default? In this episode, Michala Liavaag talks about how not-for-profit organisations can think Cybersecurity first. This is the last week of CyberSecurity Awareness Month, but Cybersecurity isn't just for October - #BeCyberSmart throughout the year. -----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media💬 Contribute to future episodes with your cyber security...
2021-10-2509 minCybility SavvyE04- How can charities fight against fraud?📝Show notes:How can charities be victims of cyber frauds? What can they do about it?In the third week of the Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Michala Liavaag clarifies this important issue and give practical tips for charity leaders. 👉 Cited in this episode: Fraud advisory panel https://www.fraudadvisorypanel.org/10 questions for trustees: https://www.fraudadvisorypanel.org/10-questions-for-trustees/-----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media💬 Contribute...
2021-10-1807 minCybility SavvyE03- How can we fight Phishing?📝Show notes:What are phishing emails? How can organisations protect themselves against them?In the second week of the Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Michala Liavaag shares how leaders can help their organisations to tackle phishing: those messages that aim at tricking people into clicking a malicious link in order to steal data. Do your Part. #Be Cyber Smart. More on the Cybersecurity Awareness Month here: https://staysafeonline.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month/-----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe a...
2021-10-1208 minCybility SavvyE02- How can we be Cyber Smart?📝Show notes:What does it mean to be cybersmart?October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! This year, the campaign theme is “Do your Part. #Be Cyber Smart”. Aligned with that, Michala Liavaag discusses three ways non-for-profit organisations can become more cyber smart: Creating Passphrases Using Multi-factor authentication Performing cybersecurity software updates (patching). More on the Cybersecurity Awareness Month here: https://staysafeonline.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month/-----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media...
2021-10-0510 minCybility SavvyE01-Who would hack us?📝Show notes:Can you be a victim of a cybersecurity attack? Why would anyone target a not-for-profit organisation?Michala Liavaag dives into the reasons why not-for-profit organisations are likely victims of cybersecurity attacks and what they can do about it.-----⭐Found this useful? Please rate and review, as it helps reaching more people 👍You can also subscribe and share on social media💬 Contribute to future episodes with your cyber security concerns and questions📃Transcription 🤝Connect with Michala and Cybility Savvy:✅ LinkedIn ✅ Twitter ✅...
2021-10-0108 min
Quietly VisibleOvercoming Challenges Faced as a Black, Introverted, Woman Leader in the White Male Dominated Cybersecurity ProfessionOn this week's podcast I speak to Michala Liavaag, a black, introverted, woman leader in cybersecurity, which is a white male dominated profession. We talk everything from challenges she faced and how she overcame them to get ahead in her career, to her experience of burnout and the conditions that led to it, and the 'aggressive' black woman.
We discuss how cybersecurity can become more inclusive as a profession, and she shares advice and tips for anyone looking to start a career in it.
Here are links to resources Michala referred to in our discussion:
2021-06-0435 min
Charity Digital Podcast47: Why don't charities care about cyber security?
This podcast is sponsored by the National Cyber Security Centre, who provide specialised cyber security guidance for charities.
Charities have historically provided an attractive target for cyber criminals. There is a perception that charities will not take the rigorous actions to protect themselves that a corporate organisation would.
The attitudes of charity leaders have played into this perception. Our data suggests that interest among charities in cyber security has actually dropped during the pandemic. But the risk to charities in this time has only increased.
Many charity leaders have not considered themselves at risk, or have prioritised putting resources into ot...
2021-02-1635 min
Charity Digital Podcast44: Goodbye 2020, hello 2021What a year 2020 has been. Charities have been through ups and downs, faced challenges they never thought they would and gone digital like never before.
As we prepare to wrap up this crazy year, we’ve bought back some of our previous podcast guests (and friends of Charity Digital) to discuss the year 2020 has been and what charities might expect for 2021. The conversation covers everything from cybersecurity to remote working, to sector predictions. By popular demand, for our final episode of 2020, we also bring back Charity Digital or Charity Dodgy.
In this podcast episode, Charity Digital’s Marketing Manager, Chris Hall...
2020-12-2242 min
Charity Digital Podcast11: Cyber-security state of the nationWith great power comes great responsibility.
As technology progresses and charities become more digital, so do the risks that come with it. So, how are we as charities faring against arguably our biggest threat, cyber-security?
Our latest podcast discusses the good, the bad and the ugly of charities and cyber-security.
Alongside Cub Llewelyn-Davies, Charity Sector Lead from the National Cyber Security Centre and Michala Liavaag, Head of Information, Governance and Security at Marie Curie, Charity Digital Marketing Manager Chris Hall reviews how successful charities were at combatting cyber-security in 2019. The panel also discusses what...
2020-02-1830 min