Communication Skills Are Key to Success
What personal skills or attributes are most pivotal to your success as a security leader?
By Daintry Duffy
June 01, 2006 — CSO —
What personal skills or attributes are most pivotal to your success as a security leader? (Choose three.)
83% Ability to communicate effectively
71% Strategic thinking and planning
57% Understanding business processes and operations
43% Ability to lead and motivate staff
36% Ability to lead during a crisis
30% Understanding industry trends, business strategy
29% Technical knowledge and skills
19% Negotiation skills
11% Investigative skills
9% Law enforcement background, skills and connections
Read more about executive communication in CSOonline's Executive Communication section.
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