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South Africa’s data privacy enforcer, the Information Regulator SA has issued the first enforcement notice as a result of a direct marketing complaint. This comes at a time when the public is highly frustrated with the influx of direct #marketing messages & calls. Advocate Pansy Tlakula, chairperson of the regulator said they issued an Enforcement Notice to FT Rams #Consulting, a #training institution #business, after findings it contravened “various sections of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)”. “The regulator received a complaint from a #data subject (a person about whom the personal information relates) following countless direct marketing messages received by them. “Regardless of the multiple attempts to opt out & requests to be removed from the company emailing list, FT Rams Consulting blatantly ignored the pleas from the data subject & continued to send them marketing messages on #email,” Tlakula said. Tlakula said the regulator determined that FT Rams Consulting interfered with the protection of personal information of the data subject, & thus breached the conditions for the lawful processing of personal information. “Our leniency regarding direct marketing through unsolicited electronic #communications is going to be a thing of the past because responsible parties (public or private bodies) ignore the provisions of section 69 of POPIA & infringe on the rights of data subjects. “In response to this, we are also putting together a guidance note which will clearly spell out the dos & don’ts of processing personal information for the purposes of direct marketing by means of unsolicited electronic #communication,” said Tlakula. Tlakula said the regulator found that FT Rams Consulting had failed to adhere to POPIA & contravened sections 69 (1) & (2) a& subsequently other sections of POPIA by transmitting to the individual, without first obtaining their consent, persistent direct marketing communications through emails pertaining to the courses or webinars which it offered. “Furthermore, that although the data subject was provided with the option to ‘opt out,’ this did not remedy the situation. Section 69 (1) of POPIA states the processing of personal information of a data subject for the purpose of direct marketing by means of any form of electronic communication is prohibited unless the data subject has given their consent to the processing.” #Advertising #BestAdvice #BigData #Business #BusinessIntelligence #Commerce #Computing #ConsumerBehavior #Data #Database #DataMining #DataScience #Design #eCommerce #Economics #Economy #Education #ExecutivesAndManagement #Job #Jobs #JobSearch #Law #Leadership #Management #Marketing #Markets #Money #Privacy #Productivity #Programming #ProjectManagement #RiskManagement #Sales #SmallBusiness #SocialMedia #SoftwareEngineering #Startup #Strategy #Success #Sustainability #Technology

In this series of Building Block Concept posts, we continue to reveal the thinking that has shaped the design of our Recruiters’ Research Log project. A little bit more of a personal reflection, here. Perhaps it belongs on Facebook 🙂 #RecruitersResearchLog #recruitmentresearch #everydayexperts https://lnkd.in/g6cGS5HT

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What an incredible learning session this week with former President Barack Obama speechwriter Terry Szuplat. #chiefofstaff Terry shared: Executive communications is a two-way street. It only works when there’s a true partnership between the speaker and the writers. 3 people have a responsibility to help make it work: 1: The Principal Comms teams are not mind readers. They can’t know what you want to say unless you tell them. Be accessible. Hold weekly meetings with your writers to discuss upcoming events and to share what you want to say. (Too busy? President Obama always made time for his speechwriters, because it was important. If the President of the United States can make time for his writers, you can too!) Let your writers sit in on important meetings. The more they hear you talk about what you believe and want in your work, the less often they’ll have to ask you what you believe and want in your presentations. Let your writers travel with you. The places you go and the people you meet will often be the best material for your next presentation or speech. 2: The Comms Team It’s your job to “capture the voice” of the principal. Read EVERY SINGLE THING the they have ever said or written: every presentation, speech, interview, article. Analyze them. Learn how how they structure and make their arguments. LISTEN to everything they’ve ever said. At the White House, Terry would go to YouTube, play an Obama speech, close his eyes, and just listen to the rhythm and cadence of his speech. Learn your principal’s voice. Welcome your their edits. The changes they make to your draft are gold—a window into their mind. Don’t ignore them. Incorporate them into your next draft. Show them you’re listening. 3: The Chief of Staff. You have a critical role in making sure this partnership works. Insist on those weekly meetings between the principal and the comms team. Make sure the principal’s scheduler knows how important these meetings are. They're not "nice to have." They're necessary. Protect them. Step back. Give your team clear deadlines. And then give them space. Let your comms team do their job—you’ll be amazed at what they can do!

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I can understand why the Information Commissioner might adopt a cautious approach to disclosures of personal data via FOI, especially if the subject is not a public official. FOI exists to hold public authorities to account, and while that might require scrutiny of individuals, regular people shouldn’t usually be the target of disclosures. But I think there are exceptions; furthermore, I think the Commissioner is currently operating a ludicrous approach to personal data. There has already been a healthy debate about their refusal to give out the email address of Uber’s DPO (a silly refusal in my opinion). But the one I am highlighting today is arguably worse. Uber have a generic DPO email address, so it’s at least arguable that disclosure of the identifiable version isn’t ‘necessary’, although the DPO in question isn’t exactly operating undercover. Today’s example relates to FOI training materials used by the ICO for its own staff, which include examples of real requests. That means the materials include “the name, username, profile photo and request made by individuals who have wrote to the ICO via social media to make a FOI request”. If you want to accuse me of being a grammar snob for the face that sentence is making me pull, go right ahead, because I am gurning as if headed for Egremont Crab Fair. Google it. I think organisations should be protective of FOI applicants’ identities – you have to walk a fine line if there’s a possibility of vexatious or costly requests, but in general, the best way to ensure that a request gets an applicant blind response is not to tell the information holder who the applicant is. But all of that goes out of the window if you make your request on social media or via What Do They Know. Applicants have a clear choice – make your requests direct (which I nearly always do) and enjoy the benefits of relative anonymity, or incorporate an element of performance into it and expect to be identified. It’s just possible that the way in which the examples are used reflects some additional data about the applicants, but the Commissioner’s response doesn’t say so. The reply is simply that despite the fact that requests were made in the public domain, it would be unfair to identify the applicant. I am bemused. Befuddled. Bamboozled. The applicant has complained to the Commissioner in their capacity as regulator and while successive Commissioners have a long track record of endorsing their own decisions, this must be worth a roll of the dice:  https://lnkd.in/exgbHNh9

Ok people, here's a special ask I have! I am looking for someone to work with me in the inaugural Office of Equity at East Bay Regional Park District! So if you know someone please share this! If you have a listserv or somewhere you can post this, please share this! If you think this position is a right fit for you, APPLY, and still please share this! We are essentially looking for someone whose love languages are analytical skills (for research, policy, programs, etc) coupled with program management, and culture change, and who is a DOER (especially if I overdo it on the visioning lol) as we get this office going from the ground level. Can you take a direction and return with solutionary ideas and research we can present to an executive team? Can you chew on a problem and ideate workable options for an agency setting? Can you hold a multifaceted approach to equity work? Can you work independently but not in an isolated way? Seriously though, while the position would report to me, I'm looking for a partner who is a complement to my way of being, knowing, and doing. To apply, follow this link and the process outlined there. https://lnkd.in/gCMZER_P

One should always consider the medium through which an application for a potential job is requested as well as to know that your portfolio will be reviewed from the moment you have posted on a social media platform. A few tricks to consider to enhance your chances of being more optimally viewed. 1. Professional Profile Picture: Use a clear and professional profile picture. 2. Consistent Branding: Maintain a consistent theme and branding across your profiles. 3. Optimized Bio: Craft a concise and compelling bio that highlights your skills and professional interests. 4. Showcase Achievements: Share your professional achievements, projects, and experiences. 5. Engage in Industry Conversations: Participate in relevant industry discussions and showcase your knowledge. 6. Network with Professionals: Connect with professionals in your field to expand your network. 7. Content Sharing: Share industry-related content, articles, and insights to demonstrate your expertise. 8. Positive Tone: Keep a positive and professional tone in your posts and interactions. 9. Privacy Settings: Adjust privacy settings to control what potential employers can see. 10. Update Regularly: Keep your profile up-to-date with your latest accomplishments and experiences. Do reach out to us to have discussions on your career paths and potential for growth. Ubuntu Division Pty Ltd The Solutions Experts Biz@ubuntudivision.co.za Recruitment@ubuntudivision.co.za www.ubuntudivision.co.za #growth #recruitment #careerdevelopment #hr #proffesionaldevelopment #socialmedia