A monthly column and companion podcast by veteran safety pro and professional speaker Richard Hawk. If your organization blocks the media files, you might try listening on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/safety-health
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“Sometimes situations need to change, and complaints can help them be brought to light and corrected.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/26853-all-about-you-turn-complaints-into-positive-actions Published June 2025
“Music can be magical, both in your personal and professional life. Try using it to inspire yourself – and workers – to take action.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/26742-all-about-you-make-music-part-of-your-safety-efforts Published May 2025
“Done well, it's an effective way to make people feel appreciated and influence them to work safely.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/26622-all-about-you-recognize-safety-efforts-and-successes Published April 2025
Richard Hawk shares his experiences with “repeating a reassuring or inspiring phrase – whether aloud or in the mind” to help deal with anxiety and improve performance. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/26512-all-about-you-try-using-affirmations Published March 2025
Make the most out of them – whether in person or virtual – with advice from safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/26349-all-about-you-5-tips-to-help-make-meetings-successful Published February 2025
“No matter what you're doing, approach the task with an upbeat attitude and figure out ways to go beyond what's typical.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/26189-all-about-you-add-fun-and-flair-to-routine-tasks Published December 2024
It's a skill “that will increase your influence, make you more likable and, as a safety pro, increase the effectiveness of your communications.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/26066-all-about-you-master-your-voice Published November 2024
“In all aspects of our lives, confirmation bias can hinder our ability to stay open-minded. As safety pros, it can make us less effective.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/25971-all-about-you-keep-an-open-mind Published October 2024
“Just as sports coaches train and spur athletes to perform better, coaching someone to work safely is fulfilling.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/25820-all-about-you-be-a-coach-and-a-counselor Published September 2024
“The best moments I've had while working, even at nuclear power plants with strict rules, were when my colleagues and I enjoyed what we were doing and had fun.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/25704-all-about-you-cherish-every-moment Published August 2024
“Our minds are extraordinary, and we have more control over them than we sometimes realize.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/25585-all-about-you-be-at-home-in-your-head Published July 2024
“I want to help others and support people. As a safety pro, I have plenty of opportunities to do that. You do, too.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/25453-all-about-you-be-like-a-tree Published June 2024
“Getting others to integrate your unique ideas or techniques is often tricky when there's a lack of understanding and fear of change.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's May column. Published May 2024
“Whether doing a routine inspection, driving to work or counseling a co-worker violating a safety procedure, your perception can make each experience a positive one.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's April column. Published April 2024
“Setbacks can test our mettle and often cause us to give up on something positive we were doing before the reversal. Here's what I've done and thought about to help me get back on track.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column. Published March 2024
“Curiosity drives us to ask questions, and being a skillful questioner benefits us in many ways.” https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/24974-all-about-you-stay-curious Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column. Published February 2024
“When we feel like we're part of something bigger than ourselves, it feels good and stirs us to action,” Richard Hawk tells us.Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts.Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
Richard Hawk has tips to help you and others recognize and defuse potentially upsetting situations. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Deliberately paying attention to your environment and inner feelings without judgment” can help strengthen safety, motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
What does it take to be a welcome and effective conversationalist? Safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk shares what works for him. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“There's a consensus that thoughts are mighty contributors to how much we enjoy life,” safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Encouraging others is one of our best tools for creating a vibrant safety culture and helping others succeed,” safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
"If we realize that all experiences can be valuable tools for growth, we'll be less apprehensive when they include significant changes to our lives," safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
Practicing mindful breathing can help you relieve stress and focus on the present moment, safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
Spring is a great time to change up our personal routines and see what we can update and refresh in our professional lives, safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“You never know what opportunities will arise, even when things go awry,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“As safety and health professionals, we can't be successful without co-worker collaboration,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
"Patience is a powerful life skill worth strengthening," says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
"Patience is a powerful life skill worth strengthening," says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Don't let the fear created by peer pressure dominate your behavior,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Don't let the fear created by peer pressure dominate your behavior,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Perfection is too subjective to attain. But if you do your best, you'll always feel good about how you respond to and act in every situation,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Perfection is too subjective to attain. But if you do your best, you'll always feel good about how you respond to and act in every situation,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
"Whether you're a member or the chairperson, you can add energy and life to the committee in a number of ways," says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
Safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk offers four tips for making the most out of your time at the 2022 NSC Safety Congress & Expo. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“You don't need to change who you are or what you believe,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
"No matter how diligent or conscientious you are, you'll make mistakes," says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Too often, we dwell on what we don't like about our job,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk, who offers tips for “a more inspired and happy life.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“It's not only your initial meeting with someone that contributes to a positive impression,'” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk, who shares advice. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Failed expectations can be learning experiences,'” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“Showing appreciation is often underappreciated,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
“You have to take the time to develop what professional speakers refer to as ‘platform skills,'” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk, who offers tips. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column.
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