08-16, 18:00–18:50 (US/Eastern), Little Theatre
There’s a moment when you realize that yes, everything may actually be on fire. As individuals, we can collapse, or we can take action to at least increase the odds of a positive outcome. As leaders (managers, parents, friends), we have to hold it together, fight to create safe spaces, keep our teams motivated, and somehow find time for self-care - without letting an active adversary turn us into the human equivalent of burnt toast.
This talk will explore the art of leading in the midst of chaos, drawing on a punk ethos, irreverent humor, and a sprinkling of practical advice. You’ll see how to preserve diversity and inclusion when everything feels like it’s falling apart, how to support your team without losing your mind, and why it’s okay to cry in the shower (just not every day).
George Sandford is a lifelong breaker of things and a seeker of knowledge. He makes his living doing security stuff, trying like crazy to do better, and making the world a better place for as many people as he can. He’s a moderately excellent cook, a failed monk, and a dad who wishes hugs could fix everything.
