In this high-impact episode of the Forged in the Fires Podcast with Fireman Rob, we welcome Christian Espinosa—cybersecurity expert, Air Force veteran, Ironman triathlete, and bestselling author of The Smartest Person in the Room. Christian brings a powerful blend of technical expertise and emotional intelligence to the table, challenging the traditional mindset of high-performance teams.

Christian shares his journey from the military to building and leading cybersecurity companies, and how he realized that intelligence alone isn’t enough. It’s the ability to communicate, connect, and lead with emotional clarity that creates truly effective teams. He discusses his 7-step methodology to help technical leaders unlock their potential, increase team performance, and improve their own personal fulfillment.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone in leadership, tech, or simply looking to level up by balancing IQ with EQ.

Find out more at https://christianespinosa.com/