Who thinks their own job is BS?
What should you do if you think your own job is BS?
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10 posts
Growth that Builds, Growth that Breaks
You've probably heard it said that "healthy things grow". That's not true. Cancer also grows. What we can say for sure is that alive (or dynamic) things grow; whether that growth is beneficial or destructive is a different question.
The Now-and-Not-Yet Tension in our Careers
Remember the medieval quarry worker’s creed: “We who cut mere stones must always be envisioning cathedrals.” You're both the quarry worker, and the stones. The question is, what are you building?
How to Build a Thriving Career in Cybersecurity (and beyond)…Without Burning Out
I've learned most of these lessons the hard way. Here's 6 key things to consider.
Why CISOs Don’t Want Tool Jockeys…And What They Want Instead
What skills do CISOs want, more than technical skills? What should you prioritize, to stand out from the crowd?
Interacting With CISOs: 4 Tips for Security People
Authenticity doesn't guarantee success, but the lack of authenticity guarantees failure. Here's a few things to consider.
It’s Time to Retire “Attackers Only Have to be Right Once; Defenders Have to be Right 100% of the Time”, and Here’s Why
Along with "people are the weakest link", this phrase has been shaping unhealthy cultures in security for years. It's time to stop saying it, and here's why.
What Should be the North Star for Your Career Focus?
What voice do you want to have in the world? Never, ever give yourself so fully to what you're doing now that it undermines your development into who you want to become.
When To Say No To A Good Opportunity
Sometimes an opportunity looks and feels right, but it isn't. Here's how you can tell the difference.
Healthy Work/Life Balance: 4 Critical Questions to Ask Yourself—And Your Employer
4 questions to help you assess where you are, and what to do about it.