Episode 22 | What makes a leader worth following — not just when things are easy, but when decisions are hard and direction matters most?

In this episode, Penelope sits down with David Roth, VP Sales, Cybersecurity Expert, Go to Market Specialist and a seasoned leader in the cybersecurity industry, to unpack what real leadership actually looks like inside growing organizations. Together, they explore the difference between management and leadership, why trust and accountability are non-negotiable, and how clear communication shapes culture from the inside out.

David shares what matters most in a leader’s first 100 days, how to build credibility without force, and why the strongest teams are built through clarity, integrity, and shared ownership.

Plus, a listener Q&A on what to look for when building a sales team — and why urgency, integrity, and trust matter more than resumes alone.

Text us your listener questions or comments!

BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer.

Music:

• “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin
• “Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev
• “Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev

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