Success leaves clues, but sometimes we limit ourselves by only looking close by for them. This week, we pondered what business skills are essential for a successful CISO, and then extended the search to some non-traditional sources to find some very relevant advice. Take the time to listen and do a self-examination (you don't have to submit for a grade :) and see where you could boost your skills portfolio to increase your success as a security leader. Some of the essential skills we discuss on this episode of CISO Tradecraft are:
- Be a leader
- Manage money and resources
- Differentiate yourself and your message
- Communicate with clarity and emphasis
- Delegate and hold subordinates accountable
- Build a personal network
- Mentor your team
- Be adaptable
- Be sensitive to cultural and political issues
- Watch the details and ensure your management makes informed risk-based decisions &
- Know your limitations
We thank our sponsor Nucleus Security for supporting this episode
Full Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C357cX_4wKTRmhRUsGh_2d9vIMX5LspL/
Show links:
https://www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au/starting-and-growing/essential-business-skills
https://cisotradecraft.podbean.com/e/108-budgeting-for-cisos-with-nick-vigier/
https://nativeintelligence.com/
https://github.com/cisotradecraft/Podcast#business-management--leadership
https://www.ef.com/wwen/blog/efacademyblog/skills-for-success/
https://www.criticalthinking.org/pages/defining-critical-thinking/766
https://your.yale.edu/learn-and-grow-what-adaptability-workplace