James Taliento is the founder and CEO of Cursive Security, Inc. – a provider of intelligence-driven cybersecurity services and solutions. Since his background is rooted in offensive security, James offers unique insight in his approach to evaluating enterprise networks and defensive strategy. He has helped many organizations develop new capabilities and enhance their current security practices. He has conducted research on security control efficacy, deception technology, and security data analytics. After working in the industry for several years and operating under many other brands, James founded Cursive Security to provide objective, transparent, pragmatic, intelligence-driven security services to help organizations make the right choices by providing them with the most value. The differentiator with Cursive Security is the intelligence-driven approach. It uses proprietary technology to collect intelligence that is integrated into service offerings.
Entrepreneurial Role Models:
Elon Musk
When business started difficulties overcame:
“I had to become humbled pretty quickly and learn that just because you start a business or have a great idea does not mean that money is just going to find you, I had started a few businesses before and you learn with experience so after some failed attempts I worked full time for another company, I built up an arsenal of cash to keep myself financially protected from failure the best I can and although it wouldn’t necessarily be failures much as it would have been foolishness when I ran out of money when I was starting that’s one of the biggest issues starting out”…[Listen for More]
Favourite Books:
Hacking the Hacker: Learn From the Experts Who Take Down Hackers Book by Roger A. GrimesFavourite Quote:
“Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face”
Recommended Online Resources:
WSJ – online coverage of breaking news and current headlines from the US and around the world Top stories, photos, videos, detailed analysis and in depth reporting
Best Advice to Other Entrepreneurs:
“Keep at it, that’s it, if you’re dedicated, you’re motivated and you really want to succeed at what you do just keep at it, keep honest and be transparent with those you need to be transparent with and you’ll do good”…[Listen for More]
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Neil’s Quote at the Beginning:
“The key to wisdom is this – constant and frequent questioning, for by doubting we are led to question, by questioning we arrive at the truth.” Peter Abelard
Other Quotes From the Chat with James Taliento:
- “You can always develop a skill, people have talent of course, but I think if you want to grow a brand, perseverance is key”
- “Really focus on what you are good at”
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Frank Tortorici
Neil is a great interviewer who gets deep into the nitty gritty of what makes certain businesses successful.
Neil Ball
Thank you for your feedback Frank, I appreciate it. I am delighted that you enjoyed it.