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Honest Advice to Lead in Cybersecurity in 2025 (HARSH TRUTH No One’s Telling You)

Monica Verma Episode 49

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Tired of the same old advice that isn't getting you anywhere in your cybersecurity career?  Everyone says "get more technical skills," but what if that's only part of the story?  If you're aiming for leadership roles like CISO, Security Director, or Head of GRC, or other security leadership roles, this episode is for you. In this episode, we dive into: why technical skills alone won't land you a cybersecurity leadership role, the real skills that executives are desperately seeking (it's not what you think), how to showcase leadership skills even without a leadership title (break the catch-22),  effective communication strategies to influence executives and your team, what it really takes to lead during a cybersecurity crisis (the uncomfortable truth). It's time to stop wasting time on outdated advice and focus on what truly matters. Listen now to unlock the secrets to accelerating your cybersecurity leadership career.

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