How to Decide Happy in a Crazy World coaching developing people food safety culture human skills leadership values Nov 16, 2023

Join us for an inspirational show featuring the incredible author of "Decide Happy," Susan Hall!  In this enlightening session, Susan will talk about a transformative journey, showing how to instantly shift our focus from gray to grace. She'll share simple yet powerful tools to help you make progress and avoid the overwhelming feeling that life can sometimes bring. Discover the secrets to clearing the clutter in your mind, managing stress, and regaining a profound sense of calm and confidence, n...

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Your People Aren’t Where You’re At belonging developing people food safety culture human skills Oct 11, 2023

Everyone's experience is different. While we may encounter many shared experiences, it's important to remember: Your People Aren't Where You're At. Whether we're talking about direct reports, collaboration teams, or any body, we guarantee, you're in different stages and places.  Listen in for Catalyt's perspectives and tips!

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Distinguishing Risks from Hazards for Company Leadership food safety culture leadership managing up Oct 10, 2023

Hazard and risk are two terms tossed around interchangeably, but they mean different things from each other and different things to different people. As a food safety professional, which one is important to your audience, and how do you know?  Join us with our special guest Dr. Jennifer McEntire as she walks us through definitions, pros and cons, and how to effectively use hazard and risk within your organization.

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What We Can Do vs. The Right Thing to Do decision making ethics food safety culture leadership sanitation Aug 23, 2023

In Food Safety and Quality, we’re often faced with what we can do versus the right thing to do.  There’s no better place to examine where it all begins than at the foundation of food safety - sanitation!  Our guests, Katie Walker and Melody Thompson of The Vincit Group, share stories, insights, and ways to navigate by asking big questions, seeing beyond what we see, and navigating risks to make it easier to do the right thing.

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Tips for Developing Your Leadership Presence developing people food safety culture human skills leadership managing up Aug 17, 2023

Is leadership presence the same as executive presence?  Not necessarily; however, the foundation of each is the ability to inspire confidence in others so they want to come along. Whether you’re looking for your first leadership role, moving to a Director role, or ready for a VP role, your leadership presence is in the spotlight.  Join us to examine elements of Leadership Presence critical to having more impact in your current role or preparing for your next job move.  

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The Necessity of Sharp Left Turns coaching food safety culture human skills leadership mindset team dynamics Jul 28, 2023

Sometimes in leadership roles, we need to be able to pivot and change direction. That’s especially true when we work in the food industry!  The question is: how exactly do we regroup and change our mindset and attitude to ensure success?  It’s simple -by changing our questions, we can change our mindset, and get on the right path.   Learn how to change your questions and become a better leader as we talk with our special guest, Christine Alvarado!  

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Is responsibility the same as authority in FSQ? food safety culture leadership technical leadership May 06, 2023

A cornerstone of food safety is that employees have permission to act in the best interest of public health.  Even though we’ve all been trained to say, “we can stop the line”, there are other aspects of food safety that require the same level of authority yet authority isn’t always given.  What happens when you find yourself or your technical team (aka food safety team) in a position of responsibility without authority, or limited authority, to act in the best interest of food safety?  Join us ...

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Transitioning from Technical to Leadership in Food Safety and Quality business partner developing people food safety culture leadership technical leadership Apr 26, 2023

On the career journey through food safety and quality, after gaining experience, people often to transition to formal leadership roles.  Some people thrive, and some don’t.  Transitioning from individual contributor to manager isn’t always as easy as it seems.  Learn the secrets of success from Dr. Michael Wood!

Learn more in THIS Real Talk Food Safety episode with Tia & Jill.

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How to Build Belonging to Improve Food Safety Culture belonging food safety culture team dynamics Apr 19, 2023

Ensuring food safety culture is inclusive, proactive and people-focused takes intention.  It’s about building relationships and spaces that encourage people to bring their whole-selves to work.  That’s the magic that makes food safety culture!  Whether you’re just starting or you’re immersed in building safe spaces, you won’t want to miss  the three pillars of belonging and how individuals, teams and organizations each play a role.  

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Strengthen Your Food Safety Culture through Inclusive Leadership food safety culture inclusive leadership Apr 12, 2023

As food safety and quality leaders look to improve food safety culture, creating a safe, inclusive space for all team members to thrive is important.  Stereotypes and other forms of discrimination can prevent team members from feeling the psychological safety needed for strong cultures.  Team members on the receiving end can face constant comments, criticisms, or judgments that influences their work experience.  Join us to talk about the effects of stereotyping at work, the impact on food safety...

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Seek & Destroy: Improving Sanitation Programs food safety culture sanitation technical leadership Mar 10, 2023

Good technical leaders have environmental monitoring programs in place.  Great technical leaders have seek and destroy type environmental programs in place.  What’s the difference?  

Join us as we talk with Dr. John Butts, the creator of the seek & destroy scientific method that finds and eliminates pathogens in #foodandbeverage facilities.  Together we’ll understand how seek and destroy is different than standard programs and how strong technical leadership is a must to drive strong technical ...

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How Culture is Influenced by Employee Needs food safety culture leadership Feb 15, 2023

Culture is about people.  Food safety culture is typically linked to an organization’s mission and values.  Where are employee needs that influence culture incorporated into food safety culture plans?   Join us to dive into how employee needs are changing, how unmet needs limit the ability to improve food safety culture, and how to better meet people needs to drive the culture you want.  

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