How to reduce stress and overcome burnout: success strategies for tech & cyber careers w/ Sara Rabinovitch

Welcome to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast with Jay Adamson and Warren Atkinson, where we’re joined by information and Cyber Security, Technology, and Talent Acquisition professionals who share their journeys, unique perspectives, and offer valuable advice and guidance. 👥 JOIN THE SECURE | CYBER CONNECT COMMUNITY: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ ✅ Learn More: https://linktr.ee/securecyberconnect We’re excited to be joined by Dr. Sara Rabinovitch—Clinical Psychologist, Workplace Well-Being Expert, and Founder of Pacific Mindful Wellbeing @ Work. As Co-Founder of the EquiSkills App and a leader in fusing psychology with technology, Dr. Sara designs science-backed mental health programs tailored for high-pressure industries like Tech and Cyber Security. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, advanced mindfulness training from UCSD, and experience across elite performance environments—including healthcare and veteran services—she’s on a mission to help professionals thrive in an AI-driven world. In this episode, we explore the growing mental health challenges across the Cyber Security and Tech sectors—from stress and burnout, to imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and rigid work cultures. Dr. Sara shares practical strategies to boost resilience, reduce overwhelm, and create human-centred, psychology-driven change at both the individual and organisational level. We discuss self-compassion, flexible thinking, mood regulation tools, and how to navigate overstimulation at networking events. Plus, she shares insights into the future of mental health innovation—and how Tech and Cyber leaders can build truly sustainable, high-performing cultures. The SECURE | CYBER CONNECT team offers tailored resources and strategic introductions to help you thrive in the evolving landscape of Corporate Governance, Information Security & Cyber Security, addressing Cultural, Technological & Talent Acquisition challenges. 📺 WATCH MORE: www.youtube.com/@SECURECyberConnectCommunity 🗓️ NEW EPISODES available every Sunday. 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE to encourage diverse and inclusive knowledge sharing. #CyberConnect #CyberSecurity #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Mindfulness