Most cyber leaders talk about “protecting the crown jewels.”
But have you ever stopped to ask - whose crown jewels?
The truth is, there’s no single answer.
The board has one view. Customers have another. Your insurer, auditors, and legal team each have their own definition of what matters most.
If you want to lead effectively in cybersecurity, one of the most powerful habits you can build is actively collecting perspectives.
Not assuming. Not defending your own view. Listening. Understanding. Then using that understanding to educate others - and to align the organization around what really matters.
For example, let’s say your MSP keeps missing patch deadlines.
Instead of arguing from a technical standpoint, bring in other perspectives:
- What does your cyber insurance policy require?
- What would your legal team say about contractual obligations?
- How might your customers view the risk?
Suddenly, it’s not just your problem anymore. It’s the organization’s problem — and everyone is mobilized to act.
In short: map the perspectives.
Talk to people who see the world differently.
And use those insights to build alignment, drive accountability, and advance your strategy.
That’s not just cybersecurity leadership.
That’s human leadership.