In this episode, Mark Ledlow dives into a refreshing discussion with security experts Bruno Dias and Matt Talbot. The duo, both holding doctorates, shares their intense journey through academia, the challenges of maintaining certifications like the CTM, and the importance of physical security and workplace violence prevention. They highlight their new business venture and mentorship program aimed at elevating industry standards and helping others transition into the field of threat assessment. With anecdotes from their careers and practical advice, this episode offers a deep look into the dynamics of threat management and the value of fostering connections using unconventional methods like discussions about tattoos.

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

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Education and Experience: Both guests have extensive education and operational experience in their fields
• Importance of Connection: Using unique methods like discussing tattoos to connect with people in challenging environment
• Mentorship and Community Service: They emphasize the importance of mentoring and providing resources to help others enter and thrive in the threat assessment field.
• Comprehensive Services: Their business, CO, offers a wide range of services from physical security assessments to crisis response and workplace violence prevention.

QUOTES

• "Flying is a high-risk situation... and you have to maintain certification by hours.
• "Most people just want to feel connected to something and a part of something and have at least one other person that they can relate to.
• "Graduating, getting that degree. That's the best part about it."
• "There are so many similarities in terms of just the pace at which we were able to get through our respective programs.
• "The best thing about a PhD program is that every eight-hour work day now feels like somewhat of a vacation day
• "At the end of the day, most people just want to feel connected to something and a part of something
• "We understand the value of physical security assessments in violence prevention."
• "We won't offer anything that we haven't done directly, boots on the ground."

Get to know more about Dr. Bruno Dias through the link below.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunodiaspci/

Get to know more about Dr. Matt Talbot through the link below.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-talbot-phd-lcsw-ccfc-cfmhe-ctm-5a655044/

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