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ldquoEmerging Trends for Security and Technology Careers in the
Coming Decaderdquo
ldquoEmerging Trends for Security and Technology Careers in the
Coming DecaderdquoDebbie Christofferson CISSP CISM
Phoenix Chapter of the IEEE Computer SocietyWednesday May 6 2009 530PMDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
480-988-4194
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1st Topic Item1st Topic ItemTrends
Next Steps
Opportunities
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Leverage opportunities in your existing role
Grow a long-term career
Move to a new field or career
Stay ahead of the job market
Build skills and experience that make you highly
marketable and desirable
Increase your credibility visibility and value
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ldquoWhen the Economy Stumbles Information is Like Goldrdquo
Steve Lasky Editor-in-Chief Security Technology Executive January 2009 P 6
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Knowledge work represents 70-80 of value added to goods and services
ldquoOrganizational Development Questions for Coveyrdquo by Stephen R Covey Training Magazine April 2007 P 40
Competitive advantage
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protect your intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
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ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
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Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
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Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
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Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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1st Topic Item1st Topic ItemTrends
Next Steps
Opportunities
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Leverage opportunities in your existing role
Grow a long-term career
Move to a new field or career
Stay ahead of the job market
Build skills and experience that make you highly
marketable and desirable
Increase your credibility visibility and value
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ldquoWhen the Economy Stumbles Information is Like Goldrdquo
Steve Lasky Editor-in-Chief Security Technology Executive January 2009 P 6
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Knowledge work represents 70-80 of value added to goods and services
ldquoOrganizational Development Questions for Coveyrdquo by Stephen R Covey Training Magazine April 2007 P 40
Competitive advantage
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protect your intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
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ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
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Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
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Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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1st Topic Item1st Topic ItemTrends
Next Steps
Opportunities
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Leverage opportunities in your existing role
Grow a long-term career
Move to a new field or career
Stay ahead of the job market
Build skills and experience that make you highly
marketable and desirable
Increase your credibility visibility and value
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ldquoWhen the Economy Stumbles Information is Like Goldrdquo
Steve Lasky Editor-in-Chief Security Technology Executive January 2009 P 6
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Knowledge work represents 70-80 of value added to goods and services
ldquoOrganizational Development Questions for Coveyrdquo by Stephen R Covey Training Magazine April 2007 P 40
Competitive advantage
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protect your intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 15DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
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Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
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Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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Leverage opportunities in your existing role
Grow a long-term career
Move to a new field or career
Stay ahead of the job market
Build skills and experience that make you highly
marketable and desirable
Increase your credibility visibility and value
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ldquoWhen the Economy Stumbles Information is Like Goldrdquo
Steve Lasky Editor-in-Chief Security Technology Executive January 2009 P 6
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Knowledge work represents 70-80 of value added to goods and services
ldquoOrganizational Development Questions for Coveyrdquo by Stephen R Covey Training Magazine April 2007 P 40
Competitive advantage
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protect your intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 15DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
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Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
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Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoWhen the Economy Stumbles Information is Like Goldrdquo
Steve Lasky Editor-in-Chief Security Technology Executive January 2009 P 6
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Knowledge work represents 70-80 of value added to goods and services
ldquoOrganizational Development Questions for Coveyrdquo by Stephen R Covey Training Magazine April 2007 P 40
Competitive advantage
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protect your intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
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Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
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Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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Knowledge work represents 70-80 of value added to goods and services
ldquoOrganizational Development Questions for Coveyrdquo by Stephen R Covey Training Magazine April 2007 P 40
Competitive advantage
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protect your intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
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Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protect your intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
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Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
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Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
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Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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RiskldquoInformation is the blood and soul of any organizationrdquo
Steve Kasky PublisherEditor-in-ChiefSecurity Technology Executive magazine January 2009 P6
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
httpexploreraltopixcommapvsv2ohPalo_Verde_Nuclear_Power_Planthtm
httpexploreraltopixcommap4bgek31360Hoover_Damhtmorder=date
ldquohellip 93 of companies that had trouble restoring their data after a data disaster are out of business within 18 monthsrdquo
10-City Disaster Preparedness Tour SCORE amp HP Host the Art of Small Business
ldquoPlan Prepare RecoverndashKeeping Your Business Saferdquo
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Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
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Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 12DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Crisis Management Reputational Risk
Southwest Airlines grounded jets for safety inspections that they supposedly knew about How is your business positioned to handle a crisisImpact to Southwest Airlines from this breach in trust
The FAA fined Southwest a record $102 million The company is scrambling to contain a crisis of confidence among customersldquoThe airline pulled dozens of planes out of service and forced more than 100 flight cancellationsTo date Southwest says it has seen no change in bookings or cancellations The The extraordinary value of building and maintaining a reputation is criticalldquoIts all about trust Southwest said it saw no change in bookings or cancellationsldquoManaging your companys reputation is about hellip running your company the right way hellip putting processes in place to avoid mistakes hellip and hellip having plans in place when failure does occur
Whats reputation worth Just ask Southwest Airlines By Matt Silverman on Crisis Planning in the Phoenix Business Journal phoenixbizjournalcom April 4 2008 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 13DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
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ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
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Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 13DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Keeping secrets safe Economic espionage and
stealing trade secrets
A Chinese national and a US citizen have been charged with conspiring to steal sensitive microchip designs capable of
use in military technology helliprdquoldquoChinese US citizens charged with espionage in San Franciscordquo 92607
San Francisco AFP httpafpgooglecomarticleALeqM5i-OM6Ep0bZ5zvD3D8B6VOgQS5wQA
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 14DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 15DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 17DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 18DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 26DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
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ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
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ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 14DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 15DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
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ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
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Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
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Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 15DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
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Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
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ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
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Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo21 of a companyrsquos intellectual property resides in emailrdquo
CIO Magazine 41507 P 28 Source Enterprise Strategy Group
Protecting intellectual property
ldquoThe worldwide market for e-mail security products is estimated to grow from $35 billion
in 2006 to more than $6 billion in 2010rdquoThe Radicati Group Secrets Inrdquo by Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Jan07 P 56
Messaging = email ftp http weblogs webmail IM
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Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 18DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 23DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
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Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 17DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fraud Hits Four Out of Five Companies
From a Recent Kroll and Economist Intelligence Unit study WebCPAcom (092507) httpwwwwebcpacomarticlecfmarticleId=25504
32 of executives indicated high employee turnover resulted in increased fraud exposure and 31 cited complex technology arrangements as sources of fraud exposure
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 18DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 23DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 18DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Ripe for Fraud Non-Profits
ldquoTherersquos almost no oversightrdquoLack of finance resources and expertiseldquoNon-profits are discouraged from investing in support servicesrdquoControl Independently audited financial statementsldquoMisgivings Recent studies raise an uncharitable question Is Nonprofit accounting off trackrdquo
By Joseph McCafferty CFO magazine January 2007 P 38
LP5924W American Security Gun Safe BUYaSafecom
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 23DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 26DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
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Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
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Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 19DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip Lying is a recession-proof businessrdquo ndash Rodd Robbins former grifter
ldquohellip Statistics show spikes in bank fraud personal-credit scams and other
financial misdeeds during downturns helliprdquo- Stan Walters a deception specialist whos worked for the Department of Defense and several law-enforcement agencies
Source Conde Nest Portfoliocom 13-Nov-1008 ldquoCon Edrdquo by Jeff Yang
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 20DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
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ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoMexican distillers slam rise of fake tequilardquo
by Sergio Solache Republic Mexico City Bureau in The Arizona Republic 101607
Seizures of counterfeit goods rose by 83 in 2006 totaling ~$155
million hellip ldquoCurbing counterfeit goodsrdquo CSO Magazine 3107 Source Department of Homeland Security US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement statement ndash 11-Jan-2007
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ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
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Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
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Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
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ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
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True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
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ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
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ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
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Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
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ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
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Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 21DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe global market for criminal malware now operates like a supermarket complete with special offers and volume discounts helliprdquo
ldquoCriminals Operating Malware Supermarketsrdquo www2csoonlinecomblog_viewhtmlCID=33171ampsource=nlt_csoupdate
ldquoInformation crimes like identity theft are hellip frequently the domain of hellip organized crime international narcotics trafficking and terrorists hellipThe US State Department estimates that laundering drug money alone is a $2 trillion a year business and stealing personal information through the US mail and over the Internet is its key underpinningrdquo
Jefferson Wells In Control Newsletter Spring 2006 Edition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 23DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 26DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 22DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoJob credit checks called unfairrdquo By Thomas Frank USA Today Fri-Sat-Sun February 13-14-15 2009 P 1A
ldquo~43 of US employers check job applicants for overdue payments on
mortgages rent credit cards student loans helliprdquo
According to the SHRM and security consultant Kroll
ldquoThe TSA hellip ruled out 22 of applicants from 2005 to 2007rdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 23DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 26DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 23DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Budgets divert to regulatory complianceStifles business growth and fundingRegulation is increasing
ldquoTop 10 Projects in 2006rdquo By Todd Spangler Baseline Magazine Mar06
PCI
E-Discovery is the top hellip concern of corporate legal departments
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 26DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 24DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Fastest growing portion of trash
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 26DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 25DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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ldquoChange Management is Criticalrdquo
ldquoDifference in high and low performers is always related to change and configuration management issuesrdquo
80 of all outages caused by change80 MTR spent trying to find what changed
Gene Kim at 12-Oct-2006 Phoenix Tripwire event
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Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
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ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
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ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
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Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
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ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
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ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
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ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
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ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
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ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
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ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
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ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
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ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
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ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
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ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
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GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
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Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
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Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
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Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 27DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Up to 90 of Web sites tested hellip remain susceptible to hacking vulnerabilities
according to WhiteHat security reportsrdquo ldquoStudymdash90 of All Sites at Hacking Riskrdquo InfoWorld 101907 By Matt Hines according to WhiteHat Security reports
httpwebloginfoworldcomzerodayarchives200710study_90_percenhtmlsource=rss
ldquoSoftware as a Serpentrdquo CFO magazine September 2007 P 31
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ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
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2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 28DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 30DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTop 10 Concerns of CFOsrdquo By Kate OrsquoSullivan CFO magazine February 2008 P 22
United States7 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Europe2 ndash Skilled labor shortage8 - Regulation
Asia2 ndash Skilled labor shortage6 - Regulation
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 31DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 32DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 33DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 34DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
2009 IT Skills and Salary Report From Global Knowledge
Certifications are very relevant to salaries and hiringThese averaged over $100K a year from the list of 41 (no others did)
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CCPD (Cisco Certified Design Professional)PMP (Project Management Professional)ITIL ndash 3 of the ITIL family of certificationsBy contrast and only as one example the CEHmdashCertified Ethical Hackers averaged $67K
Averages mean some of us fall above or below the line with or without certifications Many certification holders also tend to have more experience in the fieldAnother Stat Of those who have planned training in 2009 60 say its for certification purposesCerts offer clear value in the job market especially today when every edge counts
For the full report visit httpwwwglobalknowledgecomtraininggenericasppageid=2297ampcountry=United+States
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 35DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoSAPped Workforce SAP has caused skills and labor shortages that have gripped sizable
segments of the employment market in North America and around the world and created some nasty supply and demand fluctuations
- David Foote CEO and Chief Research Officer of Foote Partners LLCs on pay indexes
Top 5 noncertified skills (2008)Plus 7 other SAP skills that made the top 25
1 Network security management 252 Wireless network management 2223 Business intelligence 20
PHP 20SAP Master Data Management 20
7 SAP ERP 188 SAP NetWeaver BI 16710 SAP Business Objects 125 14 SAP Human Capital Management 111 19 SAP Customer relationship Management 10
SAP Materials Management 1022 SAP NetWeaver Applications Server 91
Computerworld July 14 2008 P 45 Career Watch compiled by Jamie Eckle
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 36DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe market for financial IT systems in physician offices is expected to pass $6 billion by 2013rdquo
ldquoMarket for physician office financial systems to reach $6B by 2013rdquo By Chip Means Healthcare IT News 92707
Health Care Records
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 37DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTech skills bring way to cash in on a careerrdquo ldquo No Bachelorrsquos degree No problem many sayrdquo
By Betty Beard The Arizona Republic 91408
Associate Degree Jobs (2007 Avg)Dental hygienist $649KRegistered nurse $625KAerospace-Eng Opns Tech $658KGeological Petroleum Tech $553KElectronic Eng Tech $525KIndustrial-Eng Tech $514KForensic Science Tech $503KMechanical-Eng Tech $493KElectromagnetic Tech $481KParalegals Legal Asst $476KComputer-support specialists $453KPhysical-therapist Asst $443KEnvironmental-Science Health Tech $422K
Post-Secondary Vocational Training(US Median 2006)
Electrical Repairers Utilities $574KInsurance Appraisers Auto damanage $492KCourt Reporters $456KElectrical repairers commercial amp industrial equipment $452KLicensed practical amp vocation nurses $366K
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 38DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Cutting Edge Jobsrdquo1 Radiation Therapist 2 Nurse Paralegal 3 Genetic Counselor 4 Legal Nurse Consultant 5 Art Therapist 6 Computer Forensic Expert 7 Medical Illustrator 8 Veterinary Physical Therapist 9 Animal Defense Lawyer 10 Animal Assisted Therapist
From CareerBuildercom 92808 posted online at httpazcentralgannettonlinecomcareerbuildercareer_resources04newarticles2008cuttingedgehtml
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 39DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Hot Jobs in Todayrsquos EconomyDebt collectorsRepossession officers Real estate lawyers specializing in foreclosuresExpertise in environmental sustainability or green initiativesExperts in alternative energy markets
Research and developmentSales and marketingLobbying Project management
International businessldquoDebt collector among jobs helped by trendsrdquo The Arizona Republic 15-Jan-2008
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 40DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Report Security Not Environment Drives E-waste Disposal
By Joan Goodchild Senior Editor 27-Mar-2009 CSO magazine
Opportunity What is your companyrsquos ewaste policy and disposing of electronic ldquowasterdquo or recycling or waterfalling End-of-life equipment donating purging hellip Tie it to security AND the environmentWhat happens when people are downsized or offices closeSensitive data lossldquohellip Two-thirds said their organizations do not have formal green IT plansrdquoldquohellipJust 25 said their disposal program is motivated by their business commitment to being greenDisposal of eWasteEnd-of-life cycles for equipmentFormal asset disposal program
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 41DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoImprove audit thief saysrdquo Ogden UT The Arizona Republic 62207
ldquoA secretary who embezzled $112 million from a school foundation hellip said her crimes
would have been discovered years ago if someone would have looked closerrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 42DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Internal ControlsStarbuckrsquos exception-based reporting system allows analysis of all ldquopartnerrdquo activity in a store against performance rules and compare individuals in a store district or a region for peculiar exceptional behavior
- Security Steeped in CultureFrancis DAddario CSO Starbucks CSO Magazine 120103
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 43DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
True or False Technical expertise trumps
communication
httpcgiebaycomREMOVE-THE-FEAR-OF-PUBLIC-SPEAKING-HYPNOSIS-AUDIO- CD_W0QQitemZ300096061798QQihZ020QQcategoryZ122746QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemMindPower CDs for sale by Randy Charach
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 44DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoResearch shows that a significant factor in people being promoted at work is the ability to express
ones self in public or at a meeting concisely and
effectively no matter how large the gatheringrdquo
wwwgoaskalicecolumbiaedu0806html
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 45DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoThe Secrets of C-Suite Successrdquo By Carrie mathews CIO Magazine July 1 2007 P57
ldquoThe biggest deficits CEOs see in the current crop of IT chiefs are the lack of a
deep understanding of business opportunities and the inability to communicate strategically
with high-level internal and external stakeholdersrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 46DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoTechnology Issues for Financial Executive 2008 Annual Reportrdquo
ldquoThe most frequently cited IT weaknesses were
communication project management and
understanding the relationship between business and
technologyrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 47DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are Deals Made From The Platform
ldquohellip Investor presentations are often a very key piece of the arduous process of
raising capital The investor presentation gives the entrepreneur the opportunity to establish a rapport with
their audience It is a great way to establish domain knowledge trust and
the ability to executerdquoThe IndUS Entrepreneurs Arizona Chapter (TiE-AZ) presents the 6th Annual TiE Angel Investors Conference Wednesday May 9
2007 from 6-9 PM at the Pointe South Mountain Resort in Tempe AZ The event will feature a panel of capital market experts who have experienced the investor presentation from every angle httpwwwtie-azorg
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 48DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 49DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Aging stereotypes you reinforce when you open your mouth
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 50DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Apprentice White Trash
In a previous Apprentice season on the TV reality show Donald Trump said to never call yourself ldquowhiterdquo trash hellip or any kind of trashHe fired one of the people in the boardroom on for saying this supposedly in jest Itrsquos bad PR He thought people would judge you and it showed you thought less of yourself Trump also said hed never hire someone who thought that way and he didnt think it was said in jest
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 51DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquohellip He needs to just not speak in public Periodrdquo
Katherine Heigl on Isaiah Washinton (former) Greyrsquos Anatomy co-star in live TV interview at past yearrsquos Golden Globe awards
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 52DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Toxic TermsldquoDe-duplicationrdquoProvisioningCredentialingEntitlementRisk appetiteTone at the topData ldquoleakagerdquoData Leakage Prevention (DLP)SOD Separation of DutiesldquoNative Control TechnologiesrdquoData at restldquoCrunchy on the outside GooeyChewy on the insiderdquoParadigmSilos
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 53DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 54DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoNietzchean Superdorkrdquo ldquoCharisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
ldquohellip the man Rolling Stone called a lsquoNietzchean superdorkrsquo in personrdquo
ldquoZuckerberg does seem to suffer from Charisma Deficit Syndromerdquo
- Facebook developers conference regarding founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Web 20 start-ups and social-networking servicesldquoWeb 20 Show us the Moneyrdquo Chris OrsquoBrien 72708 Mercury News
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 55DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Wow Factor
httpbeckerexhibitswustledudid20thcentspvhtmwwwgeekcomnewsgeeknews2004Sepbpd20040909026764htm
ldquoThe first Bluetooth headset hellip looked like you were wearing a cheese grater on your facerdquo
ndash Erik Schwartz CEO Foneshow Portland Maine in Inc magazine April 2009 P 53
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 56DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 57DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMy friends and I posted very embarrassing video footage one night after too many drinks Irsquom graduating soon and worried it could resurface helliprdquo
ldquoEmbarrassing online photosrdquo by Dennie Hughes USA Weekend May 1-3 2009 P 12
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 58DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoVideo Resumes The Pros and Cons for Job-Seekersrdquo
CIO Magazine 82307 wwwciocomarticle132750source=nlt_ciocareers
ConsOpportunities for discrimination increaseSloppy or unprofessional resume will eliminate you from consideration
ProsDistinguished you from other job seekersConvey why you should be considered for the jobDemonstrate that you are innovative
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 59DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoAre we strategic yetrdquo CFO magazine February 2008 P 18
Most critical needs are to grasp the drivers of the business provide input into corporate strategy and build the teamldquoItrsquos easy to get tactical very quicklyrdquoSpend less time on low-value activities and help move the business forwardrdquo
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 60DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquo10 Reasons Strategies Failrdquo 2-Apr-2009 Vistage Voice wwwvistagecomlibraryarticlesarticleaspxid=7b84DFE866-1317-43A8-8A35-
78051C2DF8AC7damputm_source=enewsletteramputm_medium=guesteditionamputm_campaign=apr0209
1 The goal isnrsquot clear 2 The goal isnrsquot compelling 3 Too many goals 4 The plan is vague 5 People arenrsquot engaged in the planning6 The cultural implications are overlooked 7 Progress isnrsquot measured and managed8 The plan lacks flexibility 9 You lack the right people 10Failure is met with indifference or an
inquisition
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 61DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO to CEO The Lessons Learnedrdquo By Matt Villano CIO magazine 10107 P 57
Understanding the business first and how the technology enables the business and its customers
Maintaining a positive web customer experience at all times if your business is e-commerce
Delivering on investments to shareholdersKeeping customer in mind when making
changesTying everything to the customer
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 62DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIOs use board membership to advance careersrdquo
ldquoHaving any kind of board experience is a plus helliprdquo
Career expert Martha Heller managing director IT Leadership Practice at Z Resource Group Inc an executive search firm with offices in Westborough Mass By Kate Evans-Correia News Director 07202006 | SearchCIOcom
The Boardroom at The Eton Collection luxury boutique hotel in London
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 63DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoCIO Advice for How to Get on the Board of Directorsrdquo
CIO Magazine by Martha Heller 9407
Career benefitsDevelop c-level leadershipExpand business knowledge processes and abilitiesIncrease circle of business advisorsIncrease your brand visibility
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 64DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoA Seat at the Tablerdquo By Martha Helloer Career Strategist in CIO magazine 1-Oct-2007 P26
Developing leadership for C-level executivesIncreasing visibility for your companyExpanding your executive networksGetting Involved
Building direct relationships with current boardStarting smallJoining industry groupsParticipating in discussions and committees outside your area of expertiseStaying strategicCommitting and attending all meetings
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 65DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoMajority of hellip metrics programs are still in their infancy or planning phasesrdquo
Many technology managers focus on collecting and reporting tactical and status update informationTo develop a successful metrics program
Identify prioritize monitor and measure hellip based on business goals and objectives Translate measurements into business language of use to executive management in making strategic business decisions
ldquo5 steps to building information risk management frameworksrdquo 20-Aug-2007 wwwsearchciocomautipstipaspDocID=1265239ampSiteID=19
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 66DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
GRC office ndash Governance Regulation ComplianceChief Risk OfficerChief Privacy OfficerChief Compliance OfficerChief Sustainability OfficerCompetitionVendor managementStandards amp best practices
CMM ITIL Six Sigma hellipGreen initiatives
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 67DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you a commodityldquoWhat is available anywhere and everywhere goes for commodity pricesrdquo
ldquoElite political consultant Amy Showalter tuned out the noise and focused on what was whispered but not discussed She partnered with a research guy and blended his findings with her behind-the-scenes perspectiverdquo
rdquoColor Commentary for High-Fee Expertsrdquo by Vickie Sullivan in her Tips Trends amp Tirades newsletter 101708
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 68DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Creating Business ValueKnow your business and assert and explain how your function makes a differenceTalk about value with your senior managementHow do you support acquiring or retaining customers How do you manage customer relationships
ldquoState of the CIOrsquo09rdquo By Kim Nash CIO Magazine 11-Dec-2008 P 47
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 69DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Advancement Strategies For Anyone ATW Arizona Panel ldquoWhy Itrsquos Not Really a Manrsquos Worldrdquo 032906
ldquoWomen usually sit back and wait for recognition to come to them You have to go out and make it happenrdquo
Kim Synder Snyder Consulting former CIO InterTel
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 70DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Doing 10 MoreThe Richard Hamming talk it references was intended for research scientists but it is hellip applicable in all fields and carries the simple message [HTTPWWWCSVIRGINIAEDU~ROBINSYOUANDYOURRESEARCHHTML]
Knowledge and productivity are like compound interest Given two people of approximately the same ability and one person who works 10 more than the other the latter will more than twice out-produce the former The more you know the more you learn the more you learn the more you can do the more you can do the more the opportunitymdashit is very much like compound interestrdquo
Comments on Harvard Business Review articlehttpblogsharvardbusinessorgcs200901the_interview_question_you_shohtml
cm_mmc=npv-_-WEEKLY_HOTLIST-_-JAN_2009-_-HOTLIST0202The Interview Question You Should Always Ask27-Jan-2009 By Peter BregmanThe suggested question ldquoWhat do you do in your spare timerdquoThe commenters dissented on what the writer had concluded
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 71DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
ldquoLearn early on what you want to do and then do it and be the best hellip Being best is not always as easy as
you think it isrdquoldquoThink positive and go with your gut
feeling hellip Just go out and do itrdquo- Bob Bondurant owner and CEO of Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving
ldquoCareer Ladderrdquo By Alison Stanton The Arizona Republic 92808 EC1
httpenwikipediaorgwikiWoodbury_University
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 72DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Are you growing your career and market value
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 73DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Tie your career strategy to businessCreate a development plan and update it regularlyGet involved in industry associationsRaise your profile through speaking and teachingGet out of your comfort zone and look at the bigger pictureOwn your employability
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 74DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Free business cards wwwvistaprintcomDale Carnegie programswwwtoastmastersorgPresentation coachingAsk Debbie for
ldquoResume Tips amp Tricks to Land the Interview and JobrdquoldquoEverything You Wanted to Know About Getting Your CISSPrdquo reportCISM workshop details for next weekendmdashlow cost thru local ISACAmdashsave $3000Security career questions
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
copy2009 Debbie Christofferson 480-988-4194 75DebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet
Helping organizations build and manage a successful security strategy based on risks and the bottom lineCurrently employed as an Information Security Manager with the Apollo Group Inc20 years international Fortune 500 management experience with Intel Corp across the US Europe and Greater AsiaSpeaker published author and columnistISSA Phoenix President and Director of International ISSA BoardDebbieChristoffersonearthlinknet