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149+ Hour Ransomware Attack With Lee Lahti (Episode# 347)

DPIT, Monday, March 3rd, 2025

Star Wars OG Lee Lahti has watched A New Hope over 300 times and has even rented entire theater for movie premieres twice. He is also an empathetic, hands-off leader who knows when to be hands-on, effectively handling pressure while keeping the team calm.

3 Key Takeaways

  • When crisis hits, lead from the front-your team needs you in the fight, not on the side-lines.
  • Cyber Security Forensics done, problem solved-but never skip documenting what went wrong.
  • Leadership is knowing when to dive in and when to step back and let your team shine.

Episode Show Notes

  • 02:25 - Early programming experience
  • 14:12 - Spectralink Corporation overview
  • 25:27 - Leadership philosophy
  • 29:32 - Crisis management approach
  • 33:32 - Communication strategies
  • 44:48 - Advice for emerging leaders

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