Joe Alapat Tells Us How Liongard is WINNING with a New CEO

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Hi! It's Carrie - and the beginning of this podcast starts really abruptly because Joe and I started chatting immediately and we completely forgot to do the intro.
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Joe Alapat is WINNING by Hiring a New CEO
In this engaging episode, Joe Alapat, co-founder of Liongard, shares his journey from being the CEO of an MSP to a pivotal role in a growing software firm. Joe discusses the cultural differences among founders from various countries, the challenges and rewards of cybersecurity, and the strategic shift in Liongard’s focus under new leadership. Joe's insights into balancing innovation with security, along with the importance of maintaining family and work-life balance, provide valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Episode Highlights:

• Cultural Insights: Joe and Carrie discuss the cultural traits of founders from different countries, highlighting the directness of Israeli founders and the debate-loving nature of South Indians.
• Leadership Transitions: Joe reflects on transitioning from CEO to co-founder and the dynamics of reporting to a new CEO in his own company.
• Family and Work Balance: Joe emphasizes the importance of family and how frequent travel impacts personal life.
• Cybersecurity Focus: The conversation delves into the critical aspect of cybersecurity, emphasizing proactive measures over reactive strategies.
• Product Vision: Joe talks about Liongard's product evolution and the importance of focusing on the original vision to drive innovation and customer satisfaction.

Guest Quotes:

• "People mistake my excitement for anger; it's just a South Indian trait to be passionate and love debating." - Joe Alapat
• "If I'm not speaking, should I go? It's important to balance travel with family time." - Joe Alapat
• "Every dollar spent left of boom is more productive than spending it right of boom." - Joe Alapat
• "Liongard is not Joe Alapat. Liongard is its own entity with its own personality." - Joe Alapat

Guest Information: Joe Alapat is the co-founder of Liongard, a software firm specializing in cybersecurity and IT management. With a background as a CEO of an MSP, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge in managing and securing IT environments at scale. He is passionate about product design, user ex

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