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Craig Goodwin
In this week’s show, Phil talks to Craig Goodwin, the co-founder of Cyvatar.ai, a game-changing cybersecurity firm that makes cybersecurity simple for businesses by providing fully managed, customer-centric security solutions. He is a Certified Chief Information Security Officer and a Certified Information Systems Security Professional, having held the role of Global Chief Security Officer for a number of large public and private sector organisations. Craig talks about why we should go wide instead of deep when it comes to knowledge. He also tells us why it’s okay to admit when we don’t know the answers.
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Resources
Cyvatar.ai – Click on the link to check out Craig’s website!
2 Top Career Tips
1) Always go wider rather than deeper. If you have aspirations in your chosen branch of the industry, try to broaden your knowledge base rather than specializing too much.
2) Stay wide in your knowledge, continually learn and never be afraid to admit you don’t know something.
Show Notes
Worst Career Moment
During a lull in his personal life, Craig found himself struggling to deliver at his best. His biggest regret was allowing this to continue. As a result, his reputation suffered, but it has led him to realise that honesty is important.
Career Highlight
After enjoying a successful corporate career, Craig was given an incredible chance to grow a security business into a powerful concern, allowing him to utilize his creativity and imagination.
The Future
Technology is changing the face and the operation of every single business type in the world. This means a huge uptick in opportunities available to people.
The Reveal
What first attracted you to a career in I.T.?
Gaining a background in the defense world and seeing how essential it is.
What is the best career advice you’ve ever received?
You don’t know everything.
What is the worst career advice you’ve ever received?
That specializing is crucial.
If you had to begin your career again in today’s world, what would you do?
Craig would look for hot industries and look for more experience-related growth.
What career objectives are you currently focusing on?
Craig’s current objectives are much more business-focused, including seeing to it that his people are well taken care of.
What’s the number one non-technical skill that has helped you in your career so far?
Communication.
What do you do to keep your own career energized?
Keep moving forward, and always be learning – professionally and personally.
What do you do in your spare time away from technology?
Fitness and healthy pursuits, such as cycling, running and exercising.
Contact The Guest
Contact the guest through the following social media platforms:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrCraigGoodwin
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