A Conversation with Chloé Messdaghi

About The Guest:
Chloé Messdaghi is a prominent figure in the cybersecurity industry, known for her work in promoting inclusiveness and diversity. She has been a speaker at various conferences and is the host of the podcast "The Change Making Podcast" and "Secure Your Strategy." Chloé is passionate about raising awareness about hacker rights and supporting security researchers and bug bounty hunters.

Summary:
Chloé Messdaghi joins Phillip Wylie in this episode to discuss the importance of inclusiveness and diversity in the cybersecurity industry. Chloé shares her experiences as a woman in the industry and how it initially made her want to leave, but also motivated her to stay and make a difference. They discuss the need for leaders in the industry to be more inclusive and the impact of gender bias in language. Chloé also talks about the importance of addressing burnout and mental health in the industry, especially in the context of the pandemic. She shares tips for avoiding burnout and emphasizes the need for self-care and seeking therapy when needed. The conversation also touches on the topic of climate change and its potential impact on the cybersecurity industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Inclusiveness and diversity are crucial for the cybersecurity industry to thrive and make a positive impact.
• Gender bias in language can perpetuate stereotypes and exclude certain groups from leadership roles.
• Burnout and mental health issues are prevalent in the industry, and it is important to seek therapy and practice self-care.
• The cybersecurity industry needs to address the impact of climate change and prepare for potential security threats arising from it.

Quotes:

• "If you really want change to occur in an industry, you have to get the people at the top to get on board." - Chloé Messdaghi
• "Seeing a therapist is not taboo. It is trendy. So go see a therapist." - Chloé Messdaghi

Chloé's socials and resources:

https://twitter.com/ChloeMessdaghi

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloemessdaghi/

https://www.securebychloe.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@ChloeMessdaghi