DECODING AQ - Adaptability For The Future Of Work With Ross Thornley

Decoding AQ with Ross Thornley Feat. Wayne Maw - Global Security Solutions Director at SUSE

Ross Thornley + Special Guests Episode 53

Wayne is a customer-focused security evangelist and leader helping organizations achieve revenue transformation from TCV to ACV, expand offerings, increased profitability and brand elevation. He is a Fundraiser, Speaker, Community Leader and been with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research for 4 years. Wayne's philosophy is adapt until science overcomes!

Parkinson's disease - Affects over 1 Million Americans.

Wayne and Ross talk about sales, security, Parkinson's disease, helping people with personal problems, career change, transitions in life, redesigning ourselves, adapting, monitoring and measuring fitness. The pair also discuss research, movement disorder specialists, deep brain stimulation, volunteering, restless leg syndrome, acceptance, open-mindedness, unlearning and The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

Timestamps: 

  • 01:07 Wayne's background
  • 02:52 Wayne's sales path and progression
  • 07:42 Being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
  • 15:30 Practical things when adapting to Parkinson's and exercise
  • 21:54 Researching and adapting
  • 29:51 Learning about Parkinson's and what helps
  • 36:17 Breaking stigmas with Parkinson's
  • 38:37 Wayne's work environment (SUSA) and influential people 
  • 45:55 Practical tips for teams when adapting to new circumstances
  • 52:11 Wayne's closing remarks

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