Rowing In The Same Direction: 6 Tips For Stronger IT And Security Collaboration
Security Boulevard, Monday, February 17th, 2025
In competitive rowing, particularly in an eight with a coxswain, every seat has a distinct role, yet success hinges entirely on synergy, precision and trust.
When I rowed at university, I rowed in the seven-seat (same position as the main character in The Boys in the Boat), responsible for setting the rhythm with the stroke seat and translating power efficiently through the boat. When all eight of us were in perfect synchronization - focused, aligned and executing our shared strategy - we glided across Lake Washington like a knife through butter.
But the moment one of us fell out of rhythm, the boat lost its 'true' and its efficiency shattered. Even a glance sideways to check our competition could disrupt the balance just enough to cost us a fraction of a second - often the difference between victory and defeat.