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Nobody enjoys losing a top performer. As a leader, it can be a heavy blow, particularly when the person is a critical player on your team. When faced with these tough goodbyes, we might ask ourselves – “What could I have done differently? Is there a chance they might stay?” Over the course of my career in leadership I’ve had a number employees find their next great opportunity outside of the …

We all chase success, often associating it with relentless work and perpetual busyness. But in doing so, we might find ourselves on the cusp of burnout, a state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion. The book “Peak Performance” sheds light on this very conundrum, offering insights into sustainable high performance. One of the book’s vital lessons is the intricacies of burnout and how it …

Introduction Leadership intricately weaves with the dynamics of power when influencing teams, partner departments, the organization, and even customers, especially in Security Engineering. The Manager Tools podcasts introduced me to this paradigm of role power, highlighting the research by French and Raven on power types. Just as Aunt May wisely stated, “With great power comes great …

Understanding Threat Intelligence in Cybersecurity As we navigate an era of increasing cybersecurity threats and expanding digital footprints, the need for effective threat intelligence has never been greater. In previous posts, we’ve explored the vast potential of AI—specifically OpenAI’s GPT-4—in bolstering cybersecurity defenses. From crafting security policies to assisting with …

When it comes to startup operations, one aspect that can often be overlooked in the early stages is the development of a comprehensive and robust policy library. This is especially important when considering information policies, which govern the use, management, and security of data and technology in your organization. Establishing these policies not only sets clear expectations for employees but …

In a previous post, we explored the vast potential of OpenAI’s GPT-4 in the information security space, specifically how it could augment security teams by running third-party vendor assessment with ChatGPT. We now turn the theoretical into practical by sharing our experience of running a vendor security assessment. Building a policy library from scratch can be a daunting task, but with GPT-4, …

Opening ‘The First 90 Days’ by Michael D. Watkins is a powerful guide for any leader stepping into a new role. Whether you’re the one transitioning into a new job or a manager looking to onboard a new hire effectively, the book offers invaluable insights and a robust framework for success. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if …

As the adoption of Chromebooks in enterprise security continues to rise, so does the demand for robust productivity solutions tailored for these devices. In the earlier post, we explored the fundamental security advantages of Chromebooks and touched upon the potential of using them as enterprise computers. Now, we delve into the realm of power users and address a key management challenge inherent …

When we mention enterprise computers, most of us instantly picture the typical Windows or macOS systems. But in this blog, I aim to challenge the norm and introduce an often-overlooked contender: Chromebooks. ChromeOS’s unique security features combined with a lightweight design make Chromebooks a compelling tool for modern businesses. Let’s delve deeper into why Chromebooks could be an intriguing …

As the cybersecurity landscape rapidly evolves, leveraging the most advanced tools is no longer optional – it’s imperative. One such emerging technology garnering attention is large language models (LLMs) like GPT-3. Thanks to their ability to understand and generate human-like text, LLMs offer exciting opportunities to streamline and enhance various aspects of a cybersecurity program. However, as …