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In today’s digital world, there are all kinds of different cyberattacks that threaten our businesses. To protect them, we need to design and implement suitable cyber controls. Join Liz West and Bryan Li as they discuss the different layers of a cybersecurity framework: technical controls like firewalls and end-point protections, administrative controls such as policies and procedures, and physical controls such as security cameras and biometrics.

With the rapid growth of digital technology, cyberattacks are on the rise as well. Understanding common types of cyberattacks will help you better design and implement corresponding cyber controls to protect your business. In this podcast, Liz West is joined by Bryan Li to explore the most common forms of cyberattacks, including phishing, malware, ransomware, denial of service, botnet, and more.

Cybersecurity and cyber risk are hot topics in today's business world. Business owners, IT professionals, compliance specialists and end users alike all have varied perspectives. Depending on who you speak with, you often get different definitions of what cybersecurity and cyber risk entail. While each perspective is valuable, a clear and thorough understanding of these key concepts is important. Join Liz West and Bryan Li as they discuss the implications of the terms cyber, cybersecurity, and cyber risk.

Cybersecurity is a large and still-growing industry. Join Liz and Bryan Li as they explore the security breaches we hear about in the news, the cost of security breaches to the companies that suffer them, the challenges of cybersecurity for both corporations and individuals, and the manners in which cybersecurity impacts the job market.

With so many options to choose from, it can be confusing deciding which not-for-profit you should dedicate your time and efforts to. This episode provides advice, tips and guidance to help you select which organization is best suited for you and how you can get there.

Did you know that six out of 10 Ontarians volunteer and that one million are employed in the not-for-profit sector? Changes like the shift in demographics and the rise of social media pose both opportunities and challenges for not-for-profits. This jam-packed episode covers both the exciting and challenging aspects of serving on a board of directors.

A board of directors is critical to the success of a not-for-profit organization — so what are the roles and what do they do? This episode provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of boards of directors. Learn about the much-needed value that you as a CPA can bring to the table.

Looking to give back to your community while building your professional skill and expertise? By joining a board of directors, you can help strengthen the contribution of the non-profit sector. Join Liz West and Betty Ferreira as they go over the basics of what a board of directors is, what they’re responsible for and the training and skills required of a board member.

We’re often told that to get ahead, you need to be an “alpha,” and this has somehow made it into our collective belief about leadership. But, what are the characteristics of an alpha, and are they truly the same characteristics we look for in our leaders? Join Liz West and body language expert Mark Bowden as they explore the reality of the “alpha” and how it applies to leadership.

Body language is useful in both personal and professional spheres, but it’s in the boardroom where you need to be at your most influential and persuasive. Whether you’re a leader or someone with a great idea, join Mark Bowden and Liz West as they discuss the art of persuasion, presentation, and beating anxiety in the boardroom.

“Being authentic” is a popular phrase that shows up both in personal and professional spheres, but it seems nobody can articulate what it means. Join our host Liz West and body language expert Mark Bowden as they discuss authenticity: what it is, how to spot it, as well as when to be authentic and when not to be.

They say the body never lies, but we do still get deceived by those around us. How can we better read each other to build more positive relationships? Liz West speaks with body language expert Mark Bowden about how to think about and read body language, as well as the most common myths that surround body language.

Regardless of our intentions, we’re constantly judging others and deciding who we can trust. How can we best establish trust with those we meet? Join Liz West and body language expert Mark Bowden as they discuss how to use body language to gain trust, credibility, and make great first impressions.

Introductions and first impressions are vitally important in both professional and personal business. What can you do to stand out from the crowd? Join Liz West and Mark Bowden as they discuss body language and intuition are, as well as how to use body language to stand out and make great first impressions.

Augmented Reality already makes us feel like we’re living in the future, so it’s hard to imagine what could be next. Join Dr. Helen Papagiannis as she talks with host Liz West about the potential of AR, the directions AR is already taking us in, and what we hope the future of AR might be.

Whether it’s for pure entertainment or a historical tour, AR has a lot of potential for storytellers of all kinds. Join Liz West and Dr. Helen Papagiannis as they explore AR storytelling, the impact it could have on industries like education, journalism, and entertainment, and share best practices for designing an AR story.

An emerging aspect of AR is annotation and instruction. In this podcast, Liz West and Dr. Helen Papagiannis discuss how annotation is distinct from visualization, the different ways annotation is being used across industries, and the implications of annotation for accessibility.

Visualizing data that might otherwise be inaccessible is a powerful tool that AR can help with across industries. Join Liz West and Dr. Helen Papagiannis as they discuss how AR leverages visuals to enhance everything from utility fieldwork to psychotherapy and visual art.

Augmented Reality can be more than just new visuals superimposed on what we normally see. In this podcast, Dr. Helen Papagiannis speaks with Liz West about current research on how all other senses can be incorporated into AR, including how smell and taste are being explored to enhance marketing, games, and new physical and mental therapies.  

Many industries, including gaming, retail and education are discovering just what augmented reality (AR) can do for them. Join Liz West and Dr. Helen Papagiannis as they discuss the differences between AR and VR, how you can experience AR with your smartphone, and offer some advice for anyone interested starting their careers in AR.