The Data Diva E187 - Becky Gaylord and Debbie Reynolds

Send us a Text Message.Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Becky Gaylord, Head of Client Projects, Risk and Security, Gaylord Consulting. We discuss various aspects of data privacy and cybersecurity in a podcast episode, including car vulnerabilities and privacy concerns. Becky shares her career trajectory and emphasizes the relevance of her journalism background in blending consulting and communications with technology. We discuss the importance of strategic communications in handling data breaches and the challenges consumers face in understanding and protecting their data. We advocate for better security standards and industry-led solutions, highlighting the need to categorize and protect sensitive consumer data. The conversation also touches on the concerns about collecting and using data without consent, particularly in public spaces and by law enforcement. We stress the importance of regulation and education to address these issues and emphasize that basic steps can be taken to protect personal information without requiring advanced technical knowledge. We highlight the tactics used by scammers, such as creating urgency and fear to manipulate victims, and stress the importance of pausing to break free from the emotional manipulation. Additionally, we discuss the difficulty in recognizing fear, urgency, and doubt during a scam and the need to overcome social constructs that make individuals vulnerable to manipulation. Debbie Reynolds and Becky Gaylord delve into the complexities of addressing privacy and cybersecurity concerns within organizations. We stress the importance of open communication and greater awareness to combat cyber threats while expressing the desire for privacy to be respected and for individuals to have more control over their personal information. The potential impact of privacy breaches on companies' bottom lines and the need for a shift in mindset to prioritize privacy and cybersecurity are highlighted. We also discuss the importance of effective communication and brand building, highlighting the need for women to support and uplift each other professionally and Beky’s hope for Data Privacy in the future. Support the Show.