ÜBER DIESE EPISODE
In this episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast, host Mark Ludlow welcomes Tim Wenzel to discuss his journey through the security industry and his evolution into a thought leader. Tim shares his experience of being on the ISC West education advisory boards, his shift during COVID-19, and the impact of being laid off by Facebook. He opens up about becoming a thought leader, dealing with depression, the importance of adapting to new industry trends, and the transformative power of the Kindness Games. The conversation also touches on faith, leadership, and the significance of bringing calm stability in times of crisis.
Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Journey in the Security Industry: Tim Wenzel's evolution from working in the security industry to becoming a thought leader demonstrates the importance of continuous learning and adapting to industry changes.
- Adapting to Change: Tim’s shift during COVID-19 and his experience being laid off by Facebook show the importance of resilience and adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges.
- Overcoming Personal Struggles: He candidly shares his battles with depression and how it shaped his personal and professional growth.
- Kindness Games: Tim emphasizes the transformative power of practicing kindness, especially in tough times, as a tool for personal growth and leadership.
- Leadership and Faith: The discussion touches on the critical role of leadership and faith in maintaining calm and stability, particularly during times of crisis.
- Industry Trends and Thought Leadership: Tim’s involvement with ISC West education advisory boards highlights the importance of staying informed on industry trends and sharing knowledge to help others grow.
QUOTES
- "The insecurity in security is pervasive. They're afraid to change anything to try anything new."
- "Take care of the troops. It's the Marine Corps mentality... if you take care of them, they'll take care of you."
- "You can't change people who don't want to change."
- "Our voice was leading the entire security industry... we were the only voices out there talking about new ideas."
- "We learned to embrace failure as a way to make progress fast."
- "When I'm in the middle of crisis, that is when I'm my most calm. That's when I'm my most excited. So that's where I thrive."
Get to know more about Tim Wenzel,
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/relevant-perception/
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