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Leadership and Success with Coach BZ

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Jun 24, 2025 • 49min

S4:E14 (VIDEO)🎙️Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey

Dive into an inspiring journey from rejection to resilience in the cybersecurity realm. The discussion emphasizes the power of persistence, illustrated by personal stories and iconic figures like Walt Disney and Henry Ford. Innovative AI solutions for spiritual growth are introduced, alongside leadership themes of grit and vision. Listeners are encouraged to embrace challenges and turn setbacks into opportunities. This conversation is a call to action for anyone feeling stuck, reminding them that the impossible just takes a little longer.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 49min

S4:E14 Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey

S4:E14 🎙️Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey with Coach BZ   📅 Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT | 9:30 AM ET 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion 🔗 Click to read the article in advance (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/embracing-impossible-cybersecurity-leaders-journey-zinga-degjc)   ⸻   What does it really take to turn a “no” into a “YES”? How do you keep believing when everyone else has stopped? What separates the leaders who quit from those who break through?   In this special episode, I’ll unpack powerful leadership lessons from my latest article, ➡️ “Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey.” From rejection as an immigrant student to becoming a U.S. Navy Commander and cybersecurity executive—this is about grit, vision, faith, and the refusal to settle.   💬 We’ll explore stories of persistence from: •My own journey breaking into tech and the military •Walt Disney’s unstoppable vision •Henry Ford’s V8 engine breakthrough •Lessons from Napoleon Hill, John Maxwell, Les Brown, Robin Sharma & more   ⸻   🎯 Let’s make this interactive!   🗺️ Let us know where you’re tuning in from (city, region, state, or country) 💬 Drop your leadership questions for me in the comments — I’ll answer them LIVE on air!   ⸻   If you’ve ever felt stuck, counted out, or tempted to give up… This conversation is for YOU.   Impossible just takes a little longer. 🔥 Let’s lead through it—together.   #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #PodcastLive #EmbraceTheImpossible #MilitaryLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #Grit #Vision #Faith #Resilience #CommandReady #LeadershipDevelopment #LinkedInLive
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Jun 23, 2025 • 34min

S4:E13 (VIDEO) Leading Through Service

In this engaging discussion, Bob Fabian Zinga, a U.S. Navy Information Warfare Commander and cybersecurity leader, shares his philosophy of leading through service. He emphasizes that true greatness stems from serving alongside others, rather than rising above them. Listeners will discover how servant leadership transforms teams across various fields, the importance of humility in leadership, and how to engage with a diverse workforce. Zinga also reflects on his own inspiring journey from the Congo to being a commanding officer, advocating resilience and character as keys to effective leadership.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 34min

S4:E13 Leading Through Service

S4:E13 🎙️Leading Through Service: A Cybersecurity Commander’s Journey to True Greatness with Coach BZ 📅 Date: Monday, June 23, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT | 9:30 AM ET 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion ⸻ As a U.S. Navy Cybersecurity Commander and Certified Maxwell Leadership Coach, I’ve come to believe one truth above all:   True greatness isn’t about rising above people—it’s about serving alongside them. In this special episode of the Leadership and Success Podcast, I’ll take you behind the scenes of my latest leadership article, 🔗 “Leading Through Service: A Cybersecurity Commander’s Journey to True Greatness” (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leading-through-service-cybersecurity-commanders-journey-zinga-ru78c/) We’ll explore: ⚓ What it means to lead from the front with humility 🔐 How servant leadership transforms teams in tech, military, and ministry 🌍 Why legacy isn’t built by titles—but by how we lift others ⸻ 🗺️ Let us know where you’re tuning in from (city, region, state, country)! 💬 Drop your leadership questions for me in the comments—I’ll answer them LIVE on air! Whether you’re a military professional, cybersecurity leader, entrepreneur, or rising star—this session is for you. Let’s redefine what it means to lead with power, purpose, and compassion. See you LIVE on Monday! #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #ServantLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #VeteranVoices #MaxwellLeadership #TrueGreatness #PodcastPromo #LeadToServe
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Jun 23, 2025 • 43min

S4:E12 (VIDEO)🎙️Leading with Sound Judgment: 6 Questions for Cyber & Military Leaders

Dive into the essentials of sound judgment for leaders in high-pressure environments. Discover a six-question framework that sharpens decision-making amidst uncertainty. Explore the importance of fully understanding information before acting, and learn how to foster trust in data sources. Personal stories from a cybersecurity executive highlight the need for self-awareness and the impact of reflective practices. Engage with insights on transitioning from ideas to practical execution, ensuring leadership remains effective and adaptable.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 43min

S4:E12 Leading with Sound Judgment

S4:E12 🎙️Leadership & Success Podcast: Leading with Sound Judgment: 6 Questions for Cyber & Military Leaders   📅 Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT | 9:30 AM ET 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion   — In this episode, I’ll break down the key lessons from my article: 👉Leading with Sound Judgment: 6 Questions for Cyber & Military Leaders (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leading-sound-judgment-6-questions-cyber-military-leaders-zinga-ly7qc)     As leaders in high-stakes environments—cybersecurity, national defense, and executive leadership—we’re often asked to make complex decisions with incomplete information. So how do we sharpen our judgment?   In this episode, I break down London Business School Professor Andrew Likierman’s 6-question framework for mastering sound decision-making. I’ll share real-life lessons from my journey as a cybersecurity executive and Information Warfare Commander in the U.S. Navy—from navigating cyber threats to leading military operations—and how these six questions have helped me and my teams choose wisely under pressure.   ✅ We’ll explore questions like: •Have I truly understood the information (including risks and timing)? •Can I trust the people and the data? •Are these the right options—and are they even practical?   🧭 Whether you’re leading a tech startup, a SOC, a naval fleet, or a boardroom conversation—good judgment is your most critical leadership tool.   🎧 Come learn, reflect, and engage. 💬 Bring your questions, insights, and join the discussion LIVE. Let’s build #LeadershipandSuccess together.   #Leadership #Cybersecurity #MilitaryLeadership #SoundJudgment #ExecutivePresence #DecisionMaking #CoachBZ #Podcast #LinkedInLive
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Jun 23, 2025 • 50min

S4:E11 (VIDEO) LIVE: Character Is Power

In high-pressure environments, character emerges as the true cornerstone of effective leadership. The discussion highlights the critical role of integrity, demonstrating that moral values drive trust and resilience. Listeners explore how military principles can empower tech teams, emphasizing delegation and initiative. The importance of compassion and empathy in leadership dynamics is examined, along with acknowledging human imperfection. Ultimately, ethical leadership is essential for navigating challenges, urging leaders to reflect on their choices and their broader impact.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 50min

S4:E11 LIVE: Character Is Power

S4:E11 🎙️Leadership & Success Podcast LIVE with Coach BZ: Character Is Power: Leadership Lessons from the Frontlines of Cyber and Command   📅 Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT | 9:30 AM ET 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion   ⸻   In an era of AI-driven threats, cyber audits, and high-pressure decisions, one thing remains constant: Character is power.   Whether leading sailors through mission-critical operations or cybersecurity teams through zero-day incidents, I’ve learned that character—not titles or tactics—is what earns trust, drives resilience, and inspires hope.   In this episode, I’ll break down the key lessons from my article: 👉 Character Is Power: Leadership Lessons from the Frontlines of Cyber and Command   🔐 We’ll explore: •The 3 Cs of Leadership: Character, Competence, Connections •Why integrity matters more than ever in audits and incidents •How leaders are shaped by suffering and strengthened by service •And practical prompts for your own leadership reflection   💬 Join me LIVE — drop your questions in the chat, tell me where you’re tuning in from, and let’s build a generation of leaders rooted in character.   #Leadership #Cybersecurity #MilitaryLeadership #PodcastLive #CoachBZ #CharacterIsPower #CommandAndCyber #IntegrityInAction #LeadershipDevelopment
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Jun 23, 2025 • 9min

S4:E10(VIDEO)🎙️BONUS: Inspiration From The Daily Voyage and the Charted Course

🚢 LIVE Podcast! S4:E10 (VIDEO)🎙️BONUS: Inspiration From The Daily Voyage and the Charted Course: How Process and Navigation Forge Great Leaders with Coach BZ | #1 U.S. Content Creator for #GlobalLeaders & #RiskandResilience (Favikon) "Fail early, fail often, but always fail forward." —John C. Maxwell, interpreted by Will Smith and Denzel Washington "Nobody will ever work as hard as I work. I failed over and over and over again in my life. That is why I succeed. — "His Airness" Michael Jordan "Still, I rise." -Maya Angelou, interpreted by Serena Williams 🔗 Read the article that inspired this episode: 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lead-daily-voyage-charted-course-how-process-navigation-zinga-93ltc/ — In this episode, I’ll break down how great leaders develop daily (not in a day) and why it’s not enough to just steer the ship—you must also chart the course. Drawing from my journey from the Navy deckplates to Silicon Valley boardrooms, I’ll unpack practical insights from John C. Maxwell’s “21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership,” focusing on: ⚓ The Law of Process: Small, daily growth habits compound over time 🧭 The Law of Navigation: Why strategic planning and vision matter 🛠️ Frameworks, coaching prompts, and leadership questions you can use today — 📣 I’d love to hear from you! ✅ RSVP using the LinkedIn event 📍 Let me know where you’ll be joining from 💬 Drop your questions for me in the comments section below—I may answer them live on air! Let’s grow together. Whether you’re preparing for command or scaling your tech startup, this episode is for YOU. 💪🏾 #Leadership #Success #NavyLeadership #TechLeadership #ProcessMatters #LeadWithBZ #LeadershipPodcast #JohnMaxwell #ServantLeadership #ResilientLeadership #CareerGrowth #LinkedInLive #StrategicLeadership
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Jun 23, 2025 • 9min

S4:E10🎙️BONUS: Inspiration From The Daily Voyage and the Charted Course

Explore the journey of leadership through daily growth and strategic planning. The hosts share inspiring stories from icons like Michael Jordan and Serena Williams, emphasizing the importance of failing forward. Learn how small habits can compound over time and why navigating challenges is vital for success. With practical insights and coaching prompts, this session encourages listeners to reflect on their personal and professional journeys while unlocking their leadership potential.

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