IN THIS EPISODE...

Tyrone Farmer, the Senior Director of Corporate Safety at Dycom Industries Inc., shares insights on building a strong safety culture in the telecom construction industry. He explains Dycom's mission to connect underserved communities, emphasizing that safety is a key driver of operational excellence. He also highlights the importance of aligning safety leadership with business strategy and decision-making.

Tyrone discusses building trust across departments, the growing role of AI in safety, and the five principles of human and organizational performance. He also offers guidance to early-career safety professionals, emphasizing the importance of leadership development and executive presence in safety roles.

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1. What is the mission of Dycom Industries?

2. Why is safety considered essential for business success?

3. How can safety leaders build trust with other leaders in the organization?

4. What are the five principles of human and organizational performance?

5. How can artificial intelligence help improve safety processes?

6. Why do safety leaders need both technology and people skills?

7. How does understanding the business help safety professionals communicate effectively?

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[02:27] Tyrone's Personal Life

[05:36] Professional Career Journey

[09:38] Dycom Industries and Its Mission

[12:27] Safety as a Business Imperative

[17:05] Signature Segment: Tyrone's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Building Relationships and Trust

[19:03] Trends in Safety and AI

[24:11] Advice for Early Career Safety Professionals

[25:59] Signature Segment: Tyrone's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Executive Presence

[29:26] Contact Information

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IN THIS EPISODE...

Stephen Paskoff, founder, president, and CEO of Employment Learning Innovations, Inc. (ELI), discusses the importance of creating civil, respectful workplaces. He shares real-life examples from high-stakes environments where fear of speaking up led to serious consequences.

Stephen emphasizes the need for open communication, addressing implicit bias, and fostering a culture that encourages listening. He outlines key behaviors for workplace success and introduces the "Just Talk" model. He also explains how ELI helps organizations, including the federal government, implement sustainable behavior change through virtual programs, huddles, and quick talks to reinforce positive workplace practices.

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1. Why is speaking up in the workplace important?

2. What workplace issues are caused by implicit bias and microaggressions?

3. What are the key behaviors for workplace success?

4. What is the "Just Talk" model about?

5. How can organizations maintain civility during challenging times?

6. What methods does ELI use to reinforce positive workplace behaviors?

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[02:48] Personal Background

[03:52] Stephen's Career Journey

[08:06] Challenges of Speaking Up in the Workplace

[12:55] Real-Life Examples of Workplace Challenges

[14:32] Signature Segment: Stephen's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Key Behaviors for Workplace Success

[19:59] Maintaining Civil Workplaces in Challenging Times

[24:10] ELI's Offerings and Approach

[28:34] Signature Segment: Stephen's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Courageous Agility

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IN THIS EPISODE...

Meet Marilyn Rosa-Green, an executive leadership coach and psychotherapist with deep expertise in guiding leaders in the manufacturing industry.

In this conversation, Marilyn explores leadership challenges in manufacturing. She stresses the need for careful talent selection and a supportive environment to combat burnout, identifying behavioral changes and emotional responses as key warning signs. Marilyn also delves into resilience, viewing it as a mix of innate traits and learned behaviors. Marilyn emphasizes that resilience can be cultivated through mindful leadership and stress management practices. She offers practical coping strategies, like mindfulness and avoiding perfectionism, encouraging small, manageable steps to enhance well-being and performance in high-pressure settings.

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1. What challenges do leaders face in the manufacturing industry?

2. Why is burnout common in manufacturing environments?

3. How can leaders identify signs of burnout in their teams?

4. What impact does burnout have on team performance?

5. How can resilience be developed in the workplace?

6. Why is mindfulness important for managing stress?

7. What role does perfectionism play in stress and burnout?

8. Why is mental health important in leadership roles?

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[02:16] Life Outside of Work

[04:48] Professional Journey and Career Milestones

[12:47] Signature Segment: Marilyn's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Challenges and Strategies in Manufacturing Leadership

[17:13] Resilience and Coping Strategies

[24:11] Signature Segment: Marilyn's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Intellectual Horsepower

[25:59] Connect with Marilyn

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