Empathy and Leadership: Transforming Corporate Security Cultures with John Rodriguez

This episode of the Ontic Connected Intelligence Podcast continues to honor Mental Health Awareness Month with a compelling conversation about mental health in the corporate security field. Hosted by Manish Mehta, this episode features John Rodriguez, founder of Empathic Security Cultures LLC, and Allison Macalik, Director of Solutions at Ontic. Together, they explore the critical need for fostering psychologically safe workplaces, break down the stigma surrounding mental health, and discuss how personal and organizational change can create lasting impact. John shares his 43 years of corporate security experience and unique insights into the intersection of security leadership and mental wellness. Tune in for actionable strategies to prioritize mental health at work and beyond.

You'll learn:

• How leaders can break down mental health stigma and foster a culture of psychological safety in corporate security
• The impact of mental health on security professionals and actionable steps individuals and companies can take to support well-being
• Insights into balancing technology and human connection for effective security leadership

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