Communication Skills Are Key to Success

What personal skills or attributes are most pivotal to your success as a security leader?

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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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