Create Your Leading Edge

When we get unsolicited testimonials like this one from Mshai Kibe, who attended our Fall cohort all the way from Kenya, it makes our day!

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"I recently completed the Create Your Leading Edge programme through Women in CyberSecurity ( ), and I’m still absorbing the depth of insight and clarity it offered.

As a mid-career practitioner in and , I’ve often found myself navigating complex 'informal' , high-stakes decisions, and moments that demand more than technical precision.

This programme reminded me (ever so emphatically!) that authentic isn’t about having all the answers but rather showing up with clarity of purpose, courage, and consistency.

It challenged me to reflect deeply on how I lead, why I lead, and who I am becoming in the process.

I'm eternally grateful to the incomparable Karen Worstell, MA, MS the founder and creator of CYLE and all my fellow in with whom I shared this cohort: you made this journey so enriching beyond what words can express.

If you're in the hashtag , hashtag , or space and seeking to grow not just professionally but personally—this programme is a game-changer."

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You showed up, Mshai, did the work, and reaped the results. It was an absolute pleasure having you in the cohort!

Just a reminder to check out our website and start planning if you want to join the Summer cohort. The Spring cohort is already fully reserved.

Getting ready to fly the nest. This baby Say’s Phoebe flycatcher looks as though she’s considering the risk of jumping and not being able to fly. We’ll be sad to have them gone - they have a melodic song and it’s been amazing to watch the parents fly from dawn to dusk to feed the 3 hatchlings. OTOH it will be nice to have a clean front porch again as this nest is almost directly above our front door. I hear it’s a good omen when bird raise their young in the eave of one’s home.

So good - so true. Beautiful.

The Borrowed Suit…

New name. Same mission—just louder, bolder, and more aligned than ever.
Women in tech have always had to adapt, prove, and push harder to be seen.
But that cycle ends when you reclaim your edge.
I’ve built something for you—and it’s coming soon.

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The words of over 2000 years ago are more important today than ever.

This little barn swallow set up shop in spite of a hostile work environment. We installed a nesting deterrent on that ledge and it worked well for the last 3 years for the birds who built nests with grass and straw. But this mama bird built a mud fortress and will not be denied! I like that. She can stay.

I'm so excited to be giving my Flameproof(TM) seminar later this month for several state agencies.

Do you know a cynic? Ever noticed how they can drain the life from the conversation or suck the air out of a room? Cynicism is the #1 red flag of burnout. You should nip that in the bud for everyone's sake. But here's the deal - cynics are wounded people. When you say "no" to cynicism, keep compassion for the cynic.

I show you ways to help modify this destructive behavior pattern.

Fascinating report based on infiltration of the Emotet affiliates and supply chain. Nicely done, TAU!

VMware report exposes Emotet malware’s supply chain Finds the malware’s infrastructure is constantly shifting to stay covert Emotet, one of the most evasive and destructive malware delivery systems, caused substantial damage during its initial reign. After a coordinated takedown by authorities in early 2021, Emotet has reemerged as a global […]

I think of my friend every time I spend time in my happy place. ❤️uMitch!