Cyber909 - 909Exec: Episode 26 with Dan Winter

Introduction Summary

The podcast "Cyber 909" hosted by Den Jones, a veteran chief security officer, introduces the episode with a brief mention of the upcoming rebranding to "909 exec." Den shares his Monday morning routine and introduces the guest, Dan Winter from Altus Executive Coaching.

Guest Highlights

Background:

Dan Winter grew up in Santa Clara, California, and has nearly 40 years of experience working with big tech companies in management and leadership development.

Key Contributions:

- Worked with leaders and teams globally, including in China and Latin America.

- Focused on individual coaching and team development.

- Participated in strategy meetings with C-suite executives to align business and people strategies.

- Transitioned from an HR director role to focusing on leadership and organizational development.

Main Topics Covered

- Leadership Development: The challenges of promoting technically gifted individuals to leadership roles without adequate training.

- Altus Executive Coaching: The company's mission to help leaders and teams have effective conversations to achieve results.

- Team Dynamics: The difference between groups and teams, and the importance of commitment to a shared future.

- Common Leadership Failures: Examples of leadership failures, including poor communication and lack of coordination.

- AI in Leadership: The potential and limitations of AI in leadership and team development.

- Personal Leadership Insights: The importance of trust, clarity, and asking for help in leadership roles.