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As we consider the complexities of personal and professional development for ourselves and our teams, understanding the essence of exceeding expectations becomes crucial. In this morning’s EMB, we offer inspiration from historical icons of innovation and mastery.

From Ford's 🚗 revolutionary approach to manufacturing, Einstein's 🧠 groundbreaking contributions to physics, to da Vinci's 🎨 unparalleled interdisciplinary mastery, we explore how these figures redefined the benchmarks of success and excellence in their fields.

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FEATUREDPillars of Success: Exceed Expectations

In a world where meeting the standard is often the norm, the act of exceeding expectations is what truly sets individuals and organizations apart. It's a philosophy that goes beyond mere achievement; it's about redefining the benchmarks of success and excellence.

In our journey of personal and professional development, it's crucial to understand the significance of exceeding expectations. This involves recognizing its various dimensions and integrating practical strategies to transform this aspirational concept into a tangible reality.

By doing so, you set a course for not just meeting but surpassing the goals and standards set before you, charting a path of exceptional achievement and influence.

By H. Michael Burgett, Contributing Writer ● Read More…

EXTRA BYTES

Clorox CISO Out Amidst Increasing Accountability in High-Profile Breaches

The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX), a leading manufacturer of cleaning supplies, is facing a significant leadership change in its cybersecurity department.

Caught in a Trap: Fidelity National Financial Ransomware Attack

In a recent SEC filing Fidelity National Financial (FNF), a leading provider of title insurance and escrow services in North America, publicly acknowledged experiencing a cyberattack.

Amazon’s Bold Move in the Race for Future AI Talent

Amazon has revealed its ambitious “AI Ready” program in an attempt to gain a competitive advantage in the talent battle against corporate behemoths like Microsoft and Google.

Another Update on Okta’s Latest Breach: From 1% to 100%

As more information on Okta’s latest breach was slowly released to the public, additional details were revealed and the breach appears to be more far-reaching than initially reported.

TRENDINGNot a Good Cyber Week for Staples.com

Staples (NASDAQ:SPLS), a well-known American office supply retailer, faced a cybersecurity breach that impacted its internal and customer-facing operations. The attack led to the shutdown of various internal operations, including backend processing and product delivery systems.

The company, which operates 994 stores across the US and Canada, along with 40 fulfillment centers, experienced severe operational disruptions. This situation was further compounded by reports of employees being unable to access essential services like Zendesk, VPN employee portals, and company email.

By Emory Odom, Contributing Writer ● Read More…

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CISA BULLETIN

The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency provides a summary of new vulnerabilities that have been recorded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Read the Latest Vulnerability Bulletin.

FEATURED OPPORTUNITY

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