Security News > 2021 > June > The power of positive reinforcement in combating cybercriminals

One of the most powerful leadership tools is positive reinforcement - a proven and effective method for shaping and changing behavior.

While dog owners might use treats or toys to reward desired behaviors, CISOs can leverage technology to reinforce certain behaviors conducted by employees - guiding them in their role in protecting the broader organization.

While these subconscious mental shortcuts make it difficult to change behaviors, it's not impossible.

Through repetition and contextual learning, behaviors can change over time, with positive reinforcement serving as the over-arching umbrella to an organization's broader security awareness strategy.

The following guidelines will help CISOs ensure meaningful behavior changes among their workforces.

Instead of undoing behaviors, we must reinforce new, positive ones.

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