#136 - From Hacking to Hardcover (with Bill Pollock)

Are you a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) looking to share your knowledge and insights with the world? In this episode, we explore how CISOs can embark on their journey of writing their first book. Join us as we delve into valuable tips and advice, including learning from renowned author Bill Pollock, who has paved the way for aspiring CISO authors.   Risk3Sixty is cyber security technology and consulting firm that works with high-growth technology firms to help leaders build, manage and certify security, privacy, and compliance programs.  They publish weekly thought leadership, webinars, and downloadable resources like budget and assessment templates. https://risk3sixty.com/whitepaper/security-program-maturity-presentation-template-for-cisos/?utm_source=cisotradecraft&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=2023-ct&utm_term=1week&utm_content=ebook   Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uxNgxe7ad9VBfRLeRH4nWY6tSkI-Kexd   Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:37 How No Starch Press was Founded 07:24 The Rise and Fall of the Hacking Underground 11:41 How to be a Successful Hacker 14:11 How to Edit a Book 16:38 How to Be a Good Writer 18:14 How to Write a Book Proposal 23:50 How to Overclock Your Computer 26:31 The Future of AI 28:15 The Value of a Author Book Publishing Agreement 33:39 How to Make Money Writing a Book 37:34 The No Starch Press Foundation and the Hacker Initiative 40:30 Hacker Initiative: A Public Charity for Cyber Security