Summary
The path to becoming a CIO or CISO is not an easy one. There will be numerous obstacles on your path when climbing that mountain. The route can be slippery with some jagged rocks, and as you ascend, there will be unwelcoming, cold conditions to greet you. But this is a journey and challenge that you want to take on.
In this chapter, you were introduced to the potential career trajectories of a CIO and CISO. This should help you have a better idea of where you currently are on your journey. You were then introduced to the idea of a personal brand. This can essentially be considered the starting point of your journey to understand your current brand. What do others say about you when you’re not in the room? These are your strengths and areas for improvement. There will always be work-on items. The real question is whether you have truly embraced this or just begrudgingly listened when this feedback was provided. Your personal brand will dictate whether you can achieve...
