Here are some key concepts and resources to be aware of before you begin studying:
- My recommended exam prep strategy
- How to access the free online resources
- PDFs downloads of video content
- The CISSP Mindset - How to "think like a manager"
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Reading the entire CISSP Study Guide cover-to-cover is not an effective exam preparation strategy. There is a tremendous amount of information in more than a thousand pages. You will almost certainly forget more than you remember in a single pass.
A proven, time-efficient and effective strategy involves:
- Identifying your weak areas
- Focusing your reading on weak topics
- Using a variety of resources (video, quizzes, flashcards, reading)
- Reviewing content multiple times (called "spaced repetition")
The details of this strategy are covered in the CISSP Exam Cram video training starting HERE
I receive a lot of questions about how to access the free online resources that come with the Official CISSP Exam Study Guide, which are an important part of my recommended exam preparation strategy.
To help, I created a video tutorial that walks you through the registration process for these resources. For assistance, watch How to register for online resources in CISSP Official Study Guide.
The PDF downloads of the video content can be very useful in quizzing yourself with a partner.
The latest info on where to download the PDFs is available HERE
Because the CISSP exam is designed for security leaders, it is
You can find the 5-minute version of my thoughts on "how to think like a manager" HERE
The full version (about 30 minutes) is available in The CISSP Mindset: How to "Think like a Manager" and PASS!