In "Cyber Crisis: Protecting Your Business from Real Threats in the Virtual World," Dr. Eric Cole offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of digital security. The book delves into practical strategies for protecting businesses from various cyber threats, emphasizing the importance of proactive measures and risk mitigation. Cole's insights are drawn from his extensive experience as a former CIA hacker and successful entrepreneur, providing readers with a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen. The book is structured to be accessible to a wide audience, making it a valuable resource for business owners, executives, and anyone concerned about digital security. It emphasizes the importance of viewing cybersecurity not as a cost center but as a business enabler, helping organizations to achieve their strategic goals while mitigating risks.
From CIA hacker to cybersecurity advisor to a U.S. President. Now trusted by Fortune 500 companies, international banks, and leaders like Bill Gates. (And he almost missed the CIA meeting... because it was raining.) "Something told me, it was a Thursday afternoon. ... and something told me, you have to go to the co-op office today. You have to go today. ... I believe there’s this inner voice and ... this thing came over me, and I get out of class at 3:30. It’s raining. It’s a 10-minute walk... So the universe is testing me." In this episode of the Strategy Skills podcast, Dr. Eric Cole — former CIA hacker, Cyber Wingman for the U.S. Air Force, and Commissioner on Cybersecurity for the 44th President of the United States — shares lessons from a career built on discipline, pattern recognition, trusting your instincts, and letting data — not emotions — drive decisions. Today, his expertise is trusted by Fortune 500 companies, international banks, and some of the world’s most influential leaders, including Bill Gates. If you're serious about operating at the highest levels, you’ll want to study this episode carefully. We cover: - Why cybersecurity is a competitive advantage when used properly - How to build $7M companies that sell for 9–10x revenue - Why protecting your intellectual property early can create millions in extra value - Why minimizing exposure — in business and in security — is key to surviving long term - How real entrepreneurs use data, not emotions, to make decisions - Why building businesses in "Blue Oceans" (no competitors) is critical - Why ethical sales beat high-pressure tactics every time Plus: → The simple morning routine he uses to stay sharp → How he protects his personal AI to avoid being replaced by it → How to build companies designed for high-value exits — not 30 years of exhaustion If you’re thinking long-term about leading, building, and protecting real value, you will find this episode helpful.
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