CISO Tradecraft®

#222 - 40 Years of Career Advice in 40 Minutes

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In this episode of CISO Tradecraft, G. Mark Hardy shares 15 crucial characteristics to help you succeed in your cybersecurity career and become an effective CISO. From knowing yourself and developing leadership skills to enhancing communications and staying current with trends, Hardy distills decades of wisdom into practical advice. Learn how to navigate career transitions, build technical credibility, become an effective storyteller, and master political skills essential for C-level success.

Transcripts:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MpjXD8LqnHS_Lj1S-6T7vxcclxzUjEhe

 

Chapters

  • 01:30 Know Yourself: The First Step to Success
  • 05:23 Develop Your Leadership Skills
  • 07:09 Enhance Your Communication Skills
  • 11:37 Gain Broad Experience
  • 14:28 Pursue Advanced Education
  • 18:13 Network with Other Professionals
  • 20:47 The Importance of Mentorship
  • 22:20 Building Valuable Connections
  • 23:43 Aligning with Business Goals
  • 25:38 Deepening Technical Expertise
  • 26:59 Staying Current with Trends
  • 28:03 Promoting a Security-First Culture
  • 30:18 Addressing Skills Gaps
  • 31:53 Becoming a Master Storyteller
  • 33:35 Engaging with Executives
  • 34:41 Strategic Thinking and Time Management
  • 37:27 Mastering Political Skills
  • 39:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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