In this episode of CISO Tradecraft, co-host G Mark Hardy and guest Ross Young explore the concept of having a personal board of directors. Learn how to leverage mentors, coaches, and role models to gain diverse perspectives and valuable advice for your professional growth as a cybersecurity leader. Discover the importance of building authentic relationships and seeking advice from experienced individuals, and understand how to make informed career decisions. Tune in to hear practical tips on creating and maintaining your own board of directors, and how it can elevate your career in cybersecurity.

Helpful Reading

https://pe.gatech.edu/blog/working-learning/personal-board-of-directors

https://career.uga.edu/uploads/documents/hireuga/PersonalBoardOfDirectors-worksheet24.pdf

Transcripts:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qhx38KERHAc1T0qoE6mphUODeOt2xWC4

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Personal Board of Directors
00:27 Welcome to CISO Tradecraft
01:25 Understanding the Concept of a Personal Board of Directors
03:51 The Role of Mentorship and Feedback
04:38 Building Effective Mentor-Mentee Relationships
06:53 The Importance of Sponsorship
07:57 Navigating Career Paths and Organizational Culture
09:28 Recruiting Your Personal Board of Directors
15:34 Making the Most of Mentorship
22:17 Advice and Board of Directors
22:46 The Power of a Mastermind
23:52 Identifying Key Roles for Your Board
26:27 Time Commitment and Mentor Relationships
27:22 Grave Diggers and Organizational Insights
28:26 Categories of Board Members
29:54 Leveraging Admins and Chiefs of Staff
31:55 Building Trust and Influence
35:09 Discernment in Taking Advice
41:23 Career Opportunities and Emerging Technologies
42:57 Summary and Final Thoughts

#242 - The Secret to Career Success: Your Personal Board of Directors