7 Habits of a Highly Effective Security Officer

Description:
In this episode of The Security Guy’d, host Rafee Moosagie takes a unique approach to mental health in the security industry by drawing inspiration from Stephen Covey’s classic, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Security officers face constant stressors—long hours, high alertness, and exposure to risk—that often go unnoticed. 

Rafee unpacks how each of the 7 habits can serve as practical tools for managing stress, building resilience, and staying mentally strong on and off duty.

From “being proactive” in self-care to “sharpening the saw” with rest and growth, this conversation blends timeless personal development principles with the real-world challenges of frontline security work. Whether you’re an officer on the ground, a manager supporting your team, or simply someone interested in effective mental health strategies, this episode offers a refreshing and actionable perspective.

Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 1:34 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
• 2:30 Be Proactive
• 3:44 Begin with the End in Mind
• 5:46 Put First Things First
• 14:21 Think Win / Win
• 17:32 Seek First to Understand Than to be Understood
• 23:21 Synergize
• 26:53 Sharpen the SAW
• 31:45 Outro