Jun 7, 2023

In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole discusses the importance of effective communication and bridging the gap between technical expertise and business acumen. He highlights the shift from a "trainer" mindset to a "coach" mindset, emphasizing the need to understand executives' language and align...

Jun 1, 2023

In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole highlights that a CISO's job is not solely focused on information security but also on balancing risks and enabling the organization to maximize revenue and profit. He emphasizes that to be an effective CISO, it is crucial to understand the company's business, its...

May 25, 2023

In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's reality and success. He recounts a conversation with a client who believed that their bosses didn't respect them and wouldn't listen to them. He challenges the client's beliefs and explains that their...

May 18, 2023

In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole discusses the role of the CISO in addressing cybersecurity issues within a company. He emphasizes the importance of finding patterns and fixing the root cause of cybersecurity problems while also highlighting common patterns where people tend to struggle...

May 11, 2023

In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole offers tips and advice for individuals striving to become World-Class Chief Information Security Officers. Topics include identifying barriers to success and developing strategies to overcome them, building confidence and self-worth, improving communication skills,...