Humanely managing IT and security teams

About this episode

This episode features a discussion on managing IT and security teams with guest Mike Simmons, focusing on a people-centered approach.

The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders. Join our hosts as they take questions from business leaders like you! On this episode, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host Mike Simmons. Mike is a consultant, leadership coach, speaker, and podcaster. He combines systems thinking with a people focused approach to help his clients achieve results through clear communication. You can find his videos about business and leadership on his YouTube channel, and you can contact him via his website, Find My Catalyst. Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now! Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/ Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO Produced by: @Focivity Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

People in this episode

Host: Accidental CISO

Guest: Mike Simmons

Topics covered

• IT management
• security teams
• leadership coaching
• cybersecurity
• risk management

Keywords

• IT management
• cybersecurity
• leadership
• risk management
• communication

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Focivity, Find My Catalyst, YouTube

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