Episode Summary:
In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn speaks with Jason Elrod, Chief Information Security Officer for MultiCare Health System, a healthcare organization in the Pacific Northwest. They discuss:
- How early programming experience and a people-first mindset helped Jason rise to leadership without a traditional college degree
- Balancing ambition with energy and habits for long-term success
- The importance of clear communication, setting boundaries, and taking time off to avoid burnout
- Challenges with common hiring practices in cybersecurity and advice for those breaking into the field
This episode is a reminder that protecting your energy is essential to effective leadership.
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Produced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.
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Resources / References
- Adapting Without Compromising Integrity: A Leadership Lesson in Security & Politics
- Sustaining a Feedback Culture: Advanced Techniques and Real-Life Examples
- How to Be Successful in Navigating a New Organization
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