In this episode, Mark Ledlow and guest Tim Wenzel dive into the importance of leading with kindness and building authentic connections in the security industry. They share their experiences from a recent conference, GSX, where they witnessed a transformative culture of collaboration, friendship, and trust. They discuss the significance of recognizing our common humanity, forgiving past grievances, and embracing the power of relationships in business. Mark and Tim explore how to create a culture of kindness within organizations and offer practical insights for both personal and professional growth.

Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Building genuine relationships and trust is paramount in the security industry.
• Forgiveness and letting go of grudges can open the door to fruitful connections.
• The power of in-person connections and face-to-face meetings cannot be underestimated.
• Embrace the philosophy of "leading with kindness" by recognizing our common humanity.
• Everyone has aspirations and occasionally falls short—plan for disappointment and be understanding.

QUOTES

• "Trust is earned, and friendship is earned. Then the business comes as a side effect." - Mark Ledlow
• "Recognizing our common humanity is understanding that we all have aspirations and we all occasionally fall short of them." - Tim Wenzel

Get to know more about Tim:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/relevant-perception/
• Website: https://www.owninglifestories.com/

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