A Day in My Life as a CIO (CIO 101 - It’s Not What You Think)

So what's with the CIO? In this behind-the-scenes look at a CIO's daily life, we break down the core responsibilities, routines, and mindset shifts required to thrive in tech leadership. From navigating endless meetings and emails to carving out time for deep strategic thinking, this video explores how top CIOs stay technical, drive innovation, and align IT with business goals. You'll gain insight into the importance of managing service desk relationships, fostering transparency, and maintaining control over key functions like budgeting, staffing, and vendor engagement. Whether you're an aspiring CIO or already in tech leadership, this video outlines the practical and strategic elements that define modern IT leadership — and provides actionable advice for growing into the role. Get Faddom - https://bit.ly/4c6c7DW ➤ My NAS | Synology DS1621+ - https://amzn.to/3xUl5Wi ➤ My Networking | Ubiquiti - https://amzn.to/4nrX7pg ➤ My Mini PC | Zimablade - https://amzn.to/43IqSuZ ➤ My Hard Drives | WD 26TB - https://amzn.to/4onIlRR ✖️ https://x.com/emilio_tech 🎓 MY TRAINING COURSES 🎓 https://bit.ly/emilio-training My popular courses - ➤ Become an IT Manager - https://bit.ly/emilioaguero-techmanager ➤ Master Cybersecurity - https://bit.ly/emilioaguero-cyberexpert ➤ QNAP NAS Administration - https://bit.ly/emilioaguero-learnqnap ➤ Master the Synology NAS - https://bit.ly/LearnSynology ➤ Become a VMware Expert - https://bit.ly/vmware8training ➤ Learn Windows Server 2022 - https://bit.ly/server-2022 WHAT I USE - ➤ Intel NUC Mini PC - https://amzn.to/3VJuer9 ➤ Ubiquiti WiFi - https://amzn.to/3X0fR4x ➤ Raspberry Pi - https://amzn.to/3nsyShB ➤ Server Rack Mini | DeskPi - https://amzn.to/4nHpNLq ➤ Protectli Vault | Mini PC - https://amzn.to/3JmDD7N ➤ NAS 6-Bay | Synology DS1621+ - https://amzn.to/3xUl5Wi ➤ NAS Rack | QNAP Rack - https://amzn.to/44frTdb ➤ 34" Curved Wide Monitor - https://amzn.to/4aL6zyF ➤ Digital Camera | Sony A7C - https://amzn.to/3VVt4KB ➤ Shure SM7B Mic - https://amzn.to/3MjPRgc ➤ Speakers | Presonus XT - https://amzn.to/49XH2RH 👉 Full List of my Gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techwithemilio —————————————————— ABOUT ME: My name is Emilio Aguero and I’m a technology enthusiast from Melbourne Australia. I’ve been into computers ever since setting up my first pentium computer years ago. I love technology and make videos about all things tech every week. Would love it if you support my channel by subscribing and staying up to date with what I'm releasing! ⮕⮕ New Videos Sundays 2pm GMT ⬅⬅ —————————————————— Check Out My Other Channels - 🍜 Love Eating https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6D_GkD7Wshx3mpB2H536TQ Love My Mac https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHcTVjrd8y3TIH5ZC5sznUw 🚶Walking the Globe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq3wfQeOYKkx9f0kXUwWuiQ 🔔 If you love tech, you don't want to miss the latest tech updates! Hit that subscribe and stay tuned for honest reviews, tech tutorials, and all tech insights. https://www.youtube.com/@TechWithEmilio/?sub_confirmation=1 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. 👉 Twitter (X): https://x.com/emilio_tech 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilioaguero/ 👉 Website: https://www.emilioaguero.net/ 📩 For Business Inquiries: contact@emilioaguero.net Check Out My Other Channels - 🍜 Love Eating https://www.youtube.com/@EatingWithEmilio  Love My Mac https://www.youtube.com/@mactechwithemilio 🚶Walking the Globe https://www.youtube.com/@WeLikeWalking ============================= 🎬 Recommended Playlists 👉 IT Career vids - Tech People 101 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX2PHIbcBY0Fx3u75khl6JDDNaLAFKY80 👉 Awesome Tech Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX2PHIbcBY0HxaJGnCEF_gC4aAUH70HpC 🎬 WATCH MY OTHER VIDEOS: 👉 How To Keep Your NAS Running Fast: Essential Monthly Tips https://youtu.be/fpE3UTr3CL4 👉 Top Most Asked Interview Questions For System Admins & Engineers 2025 https://youtu.be/um7cwOJQZp8 👉 Service Delivery Manager Vs IT Manager Explained – Key Differences & Skills https://youtu.be/v7MDVg3npS4 👉 Home Lab Servers: Big Rack Vs Small Desktop – Pros & Cons Explained https://youtu.be/kVSYefOVjTY 👉 Future Of IT Support: Key Role Changes And Trends In 2025 https://youtu.be/F9YugTFR-mo ============================= 0:00 Intro 0:36 Faddom 2:30 Coffee 2:58 Meetings + Emails 4:15 Blocking our Calendar 4:52 Stay Technical 6:21 Strategy and Direction 8:05 Service Desk 9:17 Transparency & Alignment 11:28 IT Mgmt Responsibilities 13:29 Innovation 15:01 How to become a CIO