Episode 145:  Preparing for Global Conflicts, Insider Threats, and Other Things You Can’t Predict

If there’s one thing we can all agree on in business, it’s that sometimes things happen that are unpredictable. In this episode, we’re looking at some of the most pressing threats from a 50-foot view and discussing all the factors that might present a risk to your organization. This episode is more about the “what” than the “how,” and we’d love to hear how you’re thinking through these issues with your organization.

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Some of the key takeaways include: 

  • The mental and physical health of your employees is a big part of the conversation. It’s difficult for employees to show up at 100% when they’re personally impacted by civil unrest and global conflicts.
  • It’s important to address your work culture and how you’re handling differences in political opinions and affiliations among employees. 
  • As you’re solving challenges that affect your region, meet with other business leaders in your region who are also troubleshooting in various industries. This is one of the most efficient ways to get support and stay prepared.

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Vanessa Mathews, host

Vanessa Mathews is the founder and chief resilience officer of Asfalis Advisors, where they are focused on protecting the legacy of the leaders they serve through business resilience. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Mathews developed global crisis management and business continuity programs for government and private sector organizations to include Lowe’s Companies, Gulfstream Aerospace, and the Department of Homeland Security.

Jon Seals, producer

Jon Seals is the editor in chief at Disaster Recovery Journal, the leading magazine/event in business continuity. Seals is an award-winning journalist with a background in publication design, business media, content management, sports journalism, social media, and podcasting.

KEYWORDS: Global conflict, business continuity, political unrest, crisis management, DEI, mental health

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