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Jothi Dugar, The Chaos Guru
Technically Zen
Technically Zen is a podcast created for the government technologist. JoJoD connects with technology leaders to discuss the importance of wellness and leadership in federal IT. Technically Zen explores the intersection of well-being and technology, with honest conversations about mental health, leadership, resilience and what it takes to build a sustainable career in tech.
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Wellness Tips for Cyber Leaders at Home
Avni Desai, Director, CGI
Avni Desai is a dedicated professional at CGI, where she brings a thoughtful blend of leadership, strategic insight and a people‑centered approach to her work.
Desai shared her journey from clinical practice to technology and discussed how she tackles challenges after work, such as the emotional impact of “mom guilt” and the importance of setting positive examples for children. As a mother to two young children, she discussed balancing her professional commitments with a nurturing, intentional approach to family life.
How to Thrive in Cybersecurity Without Burning Out
Taylor Kelley, Business Development Director, GDIT
JoJo D, The Chaos Guru, in conversation with Taylor Kelley, business development director at GDIT, discussed what it really takes to stay grounded in the high-pressure world of cybersecurity and tech.
Kelley shares her path as a young professional in a male-dominated field, opening up about imposter syndrome, earning credibility and learning to use her voice. The discussion goes beyond career growth, digging into the realities of balancing demanding roles with personal life, including her experience as a working parent.
Humanizing Cybersecurity Through a ‘Safer Shift’
Tiziana Barrow, Founder, Safer Shift
Tiziana Barrow has built a career around cybersecurity and human risk, leading product marketing across some of the industry’s most specialized domains like threat intelligence, OT/ICS security, risk quantification and supply chain risk.
She’s now channeling that experience into Safer Shift, a personal endeavor to build stories that bridge the physical and digital world with a bias toward changing behavior.
The Value of ‘Pause, Breathe, Summarize’ in Cyber Leadership
JoJo D, The Chaos Guru
Guest Ty Hughes is a longtime cybersecurity and technology leader in the public sector that champions cyber wellness. He discussed the concept of “AI alchemy” and a “pause, breathe, summarize” framework to help leaders improving clarity under pressure.
He framed cybersecurity not as a technical challenge, but rather as a human system under constant cognitive and emotional load.
Dive into the intersection of well-being and the fast-paced tech world with our insightful podcast – “TECHnically Zen, with The Chaos Guru” (previously called Wellness for Tech). In each episode, we explore the unique challenges and opportunities that tech professionals face in their pursuit of a balanced and fulfilling life. Join us as we engage in thought-provoking conversations with industry leaders, mindfulness experts, and successful tech enthusiasts who share their strategies for maintaining mental health, fostering work-life harmony, and navigating the demands of the digital age.
Wellness for Tech Podcast Guests
How to Lead with Authenticity and Balance: Stephanie Derdouri Shares Her Journey
In this episode of Technically Zen, host Jothi Dugar, also known as The Chaos Guru, welcomes her longtime friend, Stephanie Derdouri. A multi-faceted individual, Stephanie shares her unique journey of resilience and authenticity and how she redefined success amid chaos.
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