Dec 19, 2024

In the latest episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole reflects on the importance of understanding the “season” you’re in, both in life and in your cybersecurity career. Using vivid analogies, Dr. Cole explains how rushing processes or forcing outcomes in the wrong timing can lead to unnecessary struggles. Just...

Dec 12, 2024

In this special year-in-review episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole dives deep into the importance of regular self-assessment and the pitfalls of waiting for a single moment—like New Year’s resolutions—to address critical issues. Highlighting the flawed mindset behind delayed action, Dr. Cole emphasizes that...

Dec 5, 2024

In the second part of The Balanced CISO series, Dr. Eric Cole emphasizes the importance of emotional control and mindset in a CISO's journey. He explores how seemingly small triggers, like an unpleasant email, can snowball into larger issues, affecting productivity and emotional well-being. Dr. Cole advises CISOs to...

Nov 28, 2024

In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole invites listeners on a journey to rediscover balance—both in life and in the role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Starting with the idea that humans are natural problem-solvers, he emphasizes the importance of managing life's pendulum: addressing issues...

Nov 21, 2024

In this engaging episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole challenges listeners to rethink their relationship with cybersecurity. Whether you’re a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), aspiring to the role, or simply working in cybersecurity, the question is: do you like it, love it, or can’t live...