E026 Cultivating a Culture of Trust with Zachary Jones (Pt 1)
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Trust is the foundation of team success and a vital asset for any leader. In this episode, Zachary Jones Security Advisory Director at CNA, a Financial Corporation based in Chicago explains why trust is so crucial and how its absence can hinder productivity and progress.
Zach highlights the key differences between low-trust and high-trust cultures, offers insights on identifying where your organisation stands, and shares his strategies for building what he calls his "dream team"
He also discusses how leaders can foster a culture of trust and suggests alternative approaches to handling common issues that might otherwise undermine trust. For example, instead of micromanaging a team member struggling with time management and thereby stifling creativity and innovation, equip them with the tools to improve, which will not only improve their productivity but build trust with them.
Tune in now to discover practical strategies for enhancing your leadership and elevating your team to new heights.
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Zach Jones is the Security Advisory Director at CNA, a Financial Corporation based in Chicago. Zach kicked off his journey studying Applied Physics at Indiana University and working in the field for a few years as an Undergraduate Researcher. He then joined cybersecurity consulting firm based in indianapolis called The Mako Group, where his cybersecurity career began.
He went on to spend about 2 years living abroad and worked in about 30 different countries across 6 continents. His experience at The Mako Group set Zach up for success with the right mix of skills and experience to take on the Airport and Operational Technology Cybersecurity program at United Airlines.
Between coordinating new hire/intern programs, guest speaking at Indiana University, and helping recruit for the TechWomen program, Zach and his wife try and spend at least 2 months each year traveling.
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