Episode 268 - The Value of Personal Connection in Modern Security Work with John Fisher

In this episode, host Mark Ledlow welcomes long-time friend and retired body agent, John Fisher, a seasoned security professional with experience in both the Marine Corps and the private sector, to discuss the transition from government to the private sector in the security industry. They reflect on Fisher's experience working with the Texas Governor's detail and his journey to starting a private security and investigation firm. Topics include the complexities of the licensing process, the importance of face-to-face interactions in building trust, the role of technology in security, and the evolving threat landscape in Texas. The discussion also covers the potential impact of AI, the integration of static guards with advanced technology, and insights into various sectors such as law enforcement and energy. Listeners are encouraged to reach out for services or collaboration opportunities and to stay tuned for upcoming episodes and events.

Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Transitioning from government to private security requires patience, persistence, and adaptability.
• Success in security and investigations is built on word-of-mouth, trust, and personal relationships—not just advertising.
• Face-to-face networking and going the extra mile for clients are crucial for growth.
• Texas’s security landscape is evolving with technology, but physical presence and expertise remain vital.
• The growth of energy and tech sectors in Texas is creating new security needs.
• Integrity and a commitment to truth are essential in investigative work.

QUOTES

• “You can spend all kinds of money on advertising, but people talk and if you turn out a good product and you're reliable, that speaks mounds much more than advertising.”
• “It's still a trust business. You gotta build, cultivate that relationship face to face.”
• “It's just a matter of going out and knocking on those doors… That has turned a lot of heads in this.”
• “Because the truth is the truth. And it, it, it's gonna go where it goes and whether I agree with it or not, or it's what I think happened, I have to go where the evidence and everything is going.”
• “You gotta get off your tail and, and knock on some doors. And that's part of one of the things that I think that sets me apart from others in this area.”
• “It's working together for that common goal. They've got a job that they gotta do. You've got a job that you've gotta do.”
• “It's not the end all to be all. And when they go through the courses, they're not saying it's the way, it's a way.”

Get to know more about John Fisher through the links below.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-fisher-14a26124/

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