CISM results and study approach

I recently got my much anticipated results for the CISM exam. I was a bit nervous because many of my coworkers from other locations were getting their ISACA results and I hadn't heard anything. Turns out it's because I'd requested results be mailed to me as opposed to electronic notification.

The way I'd approached the CISM  is that I didn't actually read the book. I just took a few practice exams and then took more focused exams on my week spots.

I'm not yet eligible for the CISM, but it's good that I'm done with my department's 3 core security certs (CISSP, CISM, CISA).

(Image Credit: ISACA)

Latest add to the watch collection- 70's Hamilton 10k gold

Here's the latest add the watch collection. It's a 70s period Hamilton 10k gold watch with a black leather strap. At this point in Hamilton's history, they've moved from using American made movements to Swiss made movements. I got it for $100 and I'm pleased with my first automatic movement watch. The crystal is a bit scratched and the case has a nick in it. The watch runs for about 10 hours, so it needs some maintenance.

Omega Seamaster circa 60s/70s

This is my dream watch ever since I saw it on Park and Bond because of the shape of the bezel and the color of the dial. Oh yea and it's an Omega.

Photo via Hoodinkee

Summer Dress shirts-Ministry of Supply

While going through my Google Reader feeds, I stumbled upon this Kickstarter project posted on TechCrunch for dri-fit like dress shirts. In the height of summer, I think this would be absolutely amazing.

It appears to be a slim fit,  wrinkle free shirt. I'm actually thinking of buying a few shirts. 

hi-tech dress shirts (via TechCrunch)

[Pinterest] Midwest Monsieur

I thought I'd share one of my good friend's pin board on pinterest. He's been pinning for about 8 months or so and he's got some good stuff up there. He pins up food, fashion, and watches. He's a fellow gadget lusteur that has a penchant for electronic and indie music.

http://pinterest.com/midwestmssr/

Braun razor power/hygiene

I think my Braun Series 7 razor is trying to tell me I'm hairy.

currently reading

I'm currently reading


The CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) 2011 Review Manual. I'm taking the exam in a week and I'm just getting around to reading and finishing the book. Now to start taking practice exams. This is either going to go really well or very poorly.




I am also reading Good To Great by Jim Collins. But that's been on back burner for some time. I'm taking everything written in the book with a grain of salt because one of my mentors told me "Good to Great is for wankers".

I recently just finished Made to Stick. I think it's something that all IT people should read especially if they have to engage with stakeholders. I've noticed IT and specifically Security has a hard time justifying what they do and why it's important.