

The HOP Nerd
Safety FM
Diving into human and organizational performance and tackling todays safety and health topics to make the world a better place to work!
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Dec 1, 2024 • 3min
Your Weekly Starting Point
Welcome to Starting Points! Your weekly dose of better questions.Each week on Starting Points, your host Sam Goodman invites you on a journey of operational curiosity. He provides you with one "operationally curious question" designed to spark curious conversations within your organization.Visit www.thehopnerd.com to learn more, or visit startingpointcards.com to pick up your own card decks!

Nov 26, 2024 • 44min
To report or not to report? That is the question!
Explore the intriguing tension between social media engagement and changing algorithms, with personal stories that illuminate the challenges of maintaining an online presence. A young girl's charming charity initiative brings festive cheer, inviting support for a toy drive through her creative T-shirt design. The importance of giving during the holidays is emphasized, especially through meaningful gifts like books. Delve into the complexities of accountability in healthcare, highlighting the struggle between reporting errors and the fear of repercussions, advocating for a culture of transparency.

Nov 24, 2024 • 3min
Your Weekly Starting Point
Welcome to Starting Points! Your weekly dose of better questions.Each week on Starting Points, your host Sam Goodman invites you on a journey of operational curiosity. He provides you with one "operationally curious question" designed to spark curious conversations within your organization.Visit www.thehopnerd.com to learn more, or visit startingpointcards.com to pick up your own card decks!

Nov 18, 2024 • 42min
6 Things to Work on RIGHT NOW!
Thank you for your support! Need a hand with HOP? Get in touch at thehopnerd@gmail.com or check out thehopnerd.com! The HOP Nerd LLC can help you operationalize Human & Organizational Performance!

Nov 17, 2024 • 3min
Your Weekly Starting Point
Welcome to Starting Points! Your weekly dose of better questions.Each week on Starting Points, your host Sam Goodman invites you on a journey of operational curiosity. He provides you with one "operationally curious question" designed to spark curious conversations within your organization.Visit www.thehopnerd.com to learn more, or visit startingpointcards.com to pick up your own card decks!

Nov 12, 2024 • 40min
Err on the side of grace.
Reflecting on themes of grace and performance, the host shares personal anecdotes and lessons from their podcast journey. They discuss the complexity of performance management, advocating for a blame-free culture that encourages psychological safety. Challenges with app development and the quest for beta testers add a humorous touch. The conversation emphasizes the need for supportive leadership to navigate performance issues with curiosity and grace, ultimately transforming organizational culture.

Nov 10, 2024 • 3min
Your Weekly Starting Point
Welcome to Starting Points! Your weekly dose of better questions.Each week on Starting Points, your host Sam Goodman invites you on a journey of operational curiosity. He provides you with one "operationally curious question" designed to spark curious conversations within your organization.Visit www.thehopnerd.com to learn more, or visit startingpointcards.com to pick up your own card decks!

Nov 6, 2024 • 51min
Report, or else!
Personal health challenges take center stage, showcasing the balance of wellness with a busy lifestyle. A light-hearted discussion unfolds around coffee habits and Halloween fun, fostering audience interaction. The conversation shifts to the often daunting environment of reporting within organizations, where fear stifles crucial communication. Advocating for a culture that embraces open reporting, they emphasize learning from mistakes in healthcare, promoting understanding over punishment for better outcomes.

Nov 3, 2024 • 4min
Your Weekly Starting Point
Welcome to Starting Points! Your weekly dose of better questions.Each week on Starting Points, your host Sam Goodman invites you on a journey of operational curiosity. He provides you with one "operationally curious question" designed to spark curious conversations within your organization.Visit www.thehopnerd.com to learn more, or visit startingpointcards.com to pick up your own card decks!

Oct 30, 2024 • 1h 34min
Catching up with Erik Schwarze
Thank you for your support! Need a hand with HOP? Get in touch at thehopnerd@gmail.com or check out thehopnerd.com! The HOP Nerd LLC can help you operationalize Human & Organizational Performance!