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The Apolonia Rockwell ShowThe Dynamics of Effective Communication, with Stevie Dawn CarterWhat small yet effective changes could you make to how you communicate?Why is adjusting your energy levels to match those of others important for effective communication?These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by Stevie Dawn Carter, an Emotional Intelligence Specialist who helps people become Emotionally Intelligent Communicators. She’s also the CEO of Empathix, a training and coaching company that reshape corporate cultures by instilling emotional intelligence into the DNA of organizations.To...2024-07-1149 min
The Apolonia Rockwell ShowSpark Your Leadership Potential with LaVonna RothHow can we adopt a mindset that counters our fears of failure?How can we connect with supportive and encouraging communities?How can we contribute to a positive and supportive team culture in a professional setting?These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by LaVonna Roth. LaVonna Roth is a keynote speaker and author of the Brain-Powered Lessons series of books that help children fire up their brains. A...2024-06-2739 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellEmbracing Safety Evolution: Insights from Consultant Allison ShortIn this episode, Apolonia and her guest, Allison Short, a safety professional and trainer, explore the evolution of safety training, the challenges faced by safety professionals, and the vital role of leadership buy-in in promoting safety cultureToday’s topics include: * Allison's experience as a safety consultant.* How Rachel Housman and Ally Safety make safety interesting and fun. * Buy-in from management and employees.* Companies changing their safety culture.* Fostering a growing safety culture.2024-06-1348 min
The Apolonia Rockwell ShowThe AI Advantage: Phil Pallen's Advice for EntrepreneursWhat AI tools and technologies should entrepreneurs and small business owners use? How can AI be used to enhance human creative efforts in marketing and advertising?What are some of the benefits and considerations of incorporating AI into our professional endeavors? These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by Phil Pallen, a brand strategist and author of the upcoming book, “AI for Small Business.”Today’s topics include: 2024-06-0647 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellPsychosocial Hazards & Hidden Threats to Workplace Safety, w/ Dr. I. David DanielsIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Dr. I. David Daniels. David is a safety expert, podcaster, consultant, thought leader, culture warrior, and CEO of ID2 Solutions, a workplace safety solutions provider. The banner image on his LinkedIn sums up his approach rather nicely: “Safety isn’t everything. It’s the only thing!”Today’s topics include: * How David's unique perspective on safety was influenced by losing 30 colleagues to workplace injuries or deaths.* How society conditions people to avoid talking about their feelings, leading to workplace incidents. 2024-05-3053 min
The Apolonia Rockwell ShowEmpowering Women in Sales, w/ Heidi Solomon-OrlickHow can young entrepreneurs overcome their reliance on technology and strengthen their interpersonal skills? How can people with introverted personalities leverage their strengths in sales? The data shows that women outperform men in sales—how can this insight influence efforts to increase gender diversity in sales?These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by Heidi Solomon-Orlick, the CEO of Girlz Who Sell, author of Heels to Deals, VC investor, and entrepreneur who is committed to closing the ge...2024-05-2342 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellFrom Navy to Oil & Gas: James Junkin's Journey & Safety AdvocacyIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by James A. Junkin, the CEO of a risk management and occupational safety and health consulting firm in Louisiana. James is also an advisory board chair of Veriforce, which provides supply chain risk management solutions. Today’s topics include: * James shares his background in the Navy and how it led him to the oil and gas industry.* How James was part of the response to the BP oil spill (Deepwater Horizon oil spill) in the Gulf of Mexico.2024-05-1658 min
The Apolonia Rockwell ShowIgniting Leadership: Coaching, Resilience, & Overcoming Trauma, w/ Carol KauffmanEven when we’re not feeling confident about ourselves, how can we apply the concept of "Don't Hold Back" to our personal and professional growth?As leaders, how can we create a healthy space between stimulus and response so that we can intentionally choose how to respond to something?These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by Carol Kauffman, a leadership coach who describes how some of the most meaningful moments in coaching happen with “swirls of data bits c...2024-05-0948 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellFrom Stigma to Support: Mental Health in the Workplace, w/ Tony CampbellIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Anthony Campbell. Tony is a certified workplace violence and threat specialist and the founder of Workplace Violence Prevention Consultants, which trains people and organizations in mental health first-aid and helps them implement workplace violence prevention programs and investigations. Today’s topics include: * Mental health first aid in blue-collar industries, such as the construction, oil, and gas industries* Tony’s background in the military and transportation industries, where mental health was previously stigmatized, but is now seen as important for self-care and looking out for ot...2024-05-0245 min
The Apolonia Rockwell ShowAuthenticity in Action: Christabelle Joseph's Social Media Insights for BrandsWhat content pillars for social media will help create a well-rounded personal or business brand? On social media, how can you showcase your personal and professional lives authentically? How can we consistently create content without feeling overwhelmed?These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by Christabelle Joseph, CEO of LUXGO Media. Christabelle is an entrepreneur, teacher, global connector, accountability coach, speaker, and a self-described energy fairy. She heads up HY...2024-04-2539 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellBring Your Full, Authentic Self To Work, w/ Bryce Griffler, Safety & DEI ExpertIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Bryce Griffler, a co-founder of Safety is for Everyone, an organization that believes everyone deserves a safe, inclusive workplace and community. Apolonia and Bryce explore: * How bringing your full authentic self to work means higher productivity, deeper engagement, and more innovation. * Bryce’s journey from engineer to safety practitioner. * Being empowered by diversity and inclusion. * Creating a safe and comfortable environment for employees to speak up about safety concerns. 2024-04-1834 min
The Apolonia Rockwell ShowElevating Your Entrepreneurial Game: Insights from Mike Schill on Sales & Personal BrandingWhat strategies can entrepreneurs use to perfect their sales skills? How important is community and branding in achieving success in the market? What are some ways we can continuously work on ourselves, internally and externally, to achieve success? These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by the dynamic and ambitious Mike Schill, an entrepreneur, SaaS sales expert, former football player, and the founder of Full Circle Agency, which provides branding, social media, lead generation, and marketing, wi...2024-04-1044 min
The Apolonia Rockwell ShowEmbracing Emotions in Crisis Communication, with Melissa Agnes, CEO of Crisis Ready InstituteIn crisis management, what are some helpful ways to validate and relate to people's emotions? How can we lead with emotions in the workplace? How can we build resilience in the face of rejection and negativity? These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by Melissa Agnes, CEO of Crisis Ready Institute. Melissa is an authority in crisis preparedness, reputation management, and brand protection. A big part of her approach centers around the importance of valida...2024-04-1048 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellTackling Workplace Violence through Communication & Collaboration, w/ Felix NaterIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Felix Nater, president and owner of Nater Associates. Felix and his security management consulting firm work with clients to implement workplace security strategy with an emphasis on workplace violence prevention.Today’s topics include: * Workplace safety and violence prevention. * Felix’s approach to safety training, which emphasizes empathy and emotional intelligence.* The importance of practical and common-sense approaches to OSHA compliance, rather than a sledgehammer approach that doesn't invite dialogue or communication.2024-04-0441 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellHow Tree Climbing Work & Cybersecurity Inform Safety Strategies, w/ Andrew BoydIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Andrew Boyd, a former cybersecurity consultant who ditched his desk job, strapped on a helmet and a harness, and found a more fulfilling career in the trees.
What can safety professionals learn from a man who prunes trees, chops down trees, removes deadwood and trees, and grinds tree stumps? A lot, apparently! Listen to this episode to find out!
Today’s topics include:
* Andrew started in software engineering but found the desk job isolating, leading him to ex...2024-03-2135 min
Scaling Up Business with Bill GallagherThe Business of Safety — Apolonia RockwellSafety is at the core of the culture of every business. Sometimes it’s in direct ways, sometimes in indirect ways, but safety is always at the core of the work people do. Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety Services, a company that specializes in on-site safety consulting and in helping employers with Safety/CDL Training local to Colorado, as well as nationwide. With a front-row seat to the dangers and harsh realities of hazards in the workplace in her childhood, adult Apolonia was fascinated and relieved to learn abo...2024-01-3147 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellBridging the Gap Between Safety, Growth, and Time ManagementIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Gary Bonnett, a Motivational Speaker and the Principal Consultant at G2 Safety Solutions. With over 30 years of safety experience, Gary dedicates his days to helping leaders and organizations take their culture and safety performance to the next level. He’s here to share the key to understanding frontline workers and creating a safe work environment without sacrificing the needs of the business.
Today’s topics include:
* Providing a roadmap for blue-collar workers to advance beyond their positions
* The hardships that come from trying to do...2023-04-2027 min
Credible SourcesEpisode 22: Becca Corvin, on The Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia Rockwell, Part 1In this episode, Apolonia Rockwell, host of The Dangerous Jobs Podcast and CEO of True Safety Services in Greeley Colorado interviews me about the time I have spent in occupational safety and health in the oil and gas industry.
Stay tuned for Part 2 of this conversation, coming soon.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crediblesources/support2023-03-3143 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellMaking It Safe for Employees to Fail with Tyler TraweekIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Tyler Traweek, the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager at Conco Services LLC. Tyler is passionate about the mental and psychological side of safety and creating a safety culture that protects workers' bodies and minds. He wants to eliminate the blame of human error and encourage safety professionals to look at their systems and how they can account for the inevitable mistakes humans make.
Today’s topics include:
* How standards for safety culture have changed over time
* Why human error isn’t the root...2023-03-2328 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellLead With Understanding: How to Connect With Your Workers on a Deeper Level with Daniel YatesIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Daniel Yates, who owns his own video production and media company dedicated to blue-collar workers- especially in construction. He is passionate about highlighting the experience of the blue-collar worker, and making them feel seen, valued, and heard.
Today’s topics include:
* Making sure safety professionals truly understand who they’re serving
* The brotherhood and connection between blue-collar workers
* What an outsider can learn from being on a job site
* The biggest pain points of career paths in construction
* Not just buil...2023-03-0937 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellFirm, Fair, and Consistent: How to Build a Successful Safety CultureIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Russ Kane, the fire chief of True Safety’s local Galeton Fire Protection District who also happens to have a background in safety management. Russ is passionate about advocating for employees and working with them to build up trust and create a successful safety culture.
Today’s topics include:
* How Russ sees safety is his day-to-day life
* Learning about safety from past generations of workers
* Having a practical perspective on safety
* Understanding how to keep employees safe by working in their shoes
2023-02-2341 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Importance of Mental Health in Company CulturesIn this first episode under the new name, Dangerous Jobs, Apolonia is joined by Rory Mele, a field safety professional and the Director of Environmental Health and Safety at BHI who is especially passionate about suicide prevention and mental health in the workplace.
Today’s topics include:
* How the holiday season can bring a sense of sadness and bring down mental health for some
* Why working in health and safety is very personal
* Creating healthy and safe company cultures and supporting the total health of workers
* Building a resilient wo...2023-02-0241 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellPreventative Safety Programs All Employers Should Be Using w/ Chris Cameron of Makovicka PTIn this episode, Apolonia is once again joined by Chris Cameron, the Director of the Occupational Health Program at Makovicka Physical Therapy, to continue their conversation on preventative safety measures. Today’s topics include:
* Recent stories of workplace incidents and what went wrong
* How employers can be more proactive with preventative safety measures
* The effectiveness of a pre-shift stretch program
* How pre-screening your employees can identify possible injuries before they happen
* Why listening to your employees and giving them validation helps with the recovery process
Thanks so mu...2023-01-1939 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellGetting Proactive with Preventative Safety Measures w/ Chris Cameron of Makovicka PTIn this episode, Apolonia is joined by Chris Cameron, the Director of the Occupational Health Program at Makovicka Physical Therapy, for a conversation on:
* The tragedy and collateral damage that comes with workplace accidents
* How companies can be proactive about preventing injuries
* Makovicka’s screening process in evaluating injury trends and creating early injury intervention plans
* Listening to employee’s concerns and getting them better prepared before an injury even happens
* Staying with companies and their employees every step of the way to ensure the best safety outcomes each year...2023-01-0638 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellAn Interview w/ Dr. Jay Allen on Safety FMIn this week’s episode, we’re switching things up to bring you a recent interview that Apolonia did with fellow safety podcaster, Dr. Jay Allen on Safety FM. Listen in for a new perspective on Apolonia’s journey into the safety industry, and get more insight into the state of the industry today.
Check out Jay Allen and Safety FM:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjayallen/
Website: https://safetyfm.com/
The Jay Allen Show: https://jayallenshow.com/episodes
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety...2022-09-2240 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellA Look at Paul Henczel’s Journey from Tradegy to Triumph with a Workplace AccidentIn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Paul Henczel, a TEDx speaker and author of Crushed Alive, where he tells the tragic story of a horrific workplace accident that he barely escaped with his life. Paul didn’t let this accident stop him, and instead took his story to the world to inspire and motivate others to change the way they think about and practice safety.
You’ll get to hear a little bit of Paul’s story today as well as a great conversation on how to recover from a workplace accident and how safety p...2022-09-0839 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellExciting Updates with True Safety: The Launch of a New CDL SchoolOn this week’s episode, Apolonia and Seth talk about some exciting new things happening with True Safety, and why they are important to the safety industry right now. One of the newest True Safety projects has been opening a brand new Commercial Driver’s License school for operators in the Northern Colorado area. Listen in for details on the new school and other great contributions True Safety is making to the safety industry.
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety Services and True Safety University.
Learn...2022-08-2614 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellLearning to Lead in a Male-Dominated IndustryOn this week’s episode, Apolonia dives into a topic that is present every day in her life and career as a safety professional. As a woman and as a minority leading a safety company in a historically male-dominated industry, she understands that they are challenges she has to face, but she also doesn’t see them as a disadvantage and always lets her uniqueness work for her.
There are so many women who are doing amazing things in the world of safety, and as more and more women join the field, it is important to have conv...2022-08-1122 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellCreating a Safety Culture from Scratch w/ Shain AbdoelrahmanIn this episode, Apolonia talks with Shain Abdoelrahman, CEO and co-owner of Heavy Construction Academy, in Suriname (which is a country on the north coast of South America).
Apolonia and Shain explore:
* How as a young girl Shain grew up around heavy construction equipment
* How safety regulations weren’t enforced much in Suriname when Shain started working in safety, and she had to create her own safety procedures and training from scratch.
* The challenge of teaching people safety.
* Changing the mindset of workers around safety.
* How safety le...2022-07-2835 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellWhy Safety Is More Than Just Common Sense, w/ Justin Ganschow of CaterpillarIn this episode, Apolonia talks with Justin Ganschow from Caterpillar Safety Services about:
* Justin’s story from growing up working on a farm to entering the safety industry.
* How safety evaluations are done.
* How to improve the safety score of your company.
* Why good safety leaders listen to their frontline team.
* Measuring safety on a personal and group level.
* Workplace culture and its impact on safety.
* Having a real passion for safety.
Thanks so much to Justin Ganschow for being a guest!
...2022-07-1432 min
Safety FM with Jay AllenApolonia Rockwell - RevisitedWe are revisiting our previous episode with Apolonia Rockwell before her show goes live on Safety FM.
Here is what you missed:
Today on The Jay Allen Show, Jay speaks with Apolonia Rockwell. Apolonia is the founder True Safety Services. During their conversation, Apolonia describes how she got into and how she has loved the journey so far.
Hear it today on The Jay Allen Show.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-07-0539 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellBuilding a Culture of Trust in the Workplace w/ Gary BonnettThis week on the True Safety Podcast, Gary Bonnett, a safety professional at Safety Culture with over 20 years of experience, joins Apolonia for a great conversation on:
* Gary’s journey into the safety industry
* Why people go into safety
* Building trust and understanding in the workplace
* Safety Culture and what it offers
* What safety looks like for Gary today
Thanks so much to Gary Bonnett for being a guest!
Connect with Gary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-bonnett-4901818/
Apolonia Rockwell is the Fo...2022-06-3030 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellBranding Your Safety Company & Creating Cool Safety Videos, w/ Rachel WallaRachel Walla, a Safety and Industrial Hygiene Consultant with Ally Safety, comes back onto the show to talk with Apolonia.
In this episode, Rachel and Apolonia explore:
* How women in the safety industry are often overqualified, yet we still feel we have to prove ourselves to our colleagues (who happen to be mostly men).
* Rachel’s plans to film more safety videos, including ones where she tests (and destroys!) personal protective equipment (PPE).
* Rachel’s memories about filming her first (and now embarrassing) safety video, and then not filming her second vide...2022-06-1635 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellLeading with Empathy and a Passion for People w/ Claire V BeichIn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Claire V. Beich, a seasoned safety professional who recently started her own business in safety consulting. She is dedicated to providing customized advice and assistance to raise the standards for a healthy and safe work environment at every company she works with.
Together, Apolonia and Claire get into Claire’s journey into the safety industry, her experience as a woman in safety, her unique take on safety, and her unwavering passion for people that drives her to be an incredible leader.
Follow Claire on LinkedIn: https://www...2022-06-0230 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Right Way to Organize Your Approach to Safety w/ Michael KleinpeterOn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Michael Kleinpeter, a Safety Director with over 20 years of experience and the author of The Right Way. In his book, Michael breaks down his theories and beliefs on safety and details the establishment of roles and responsibilities for safety in an organization. The methods described in The Right Way have been successfully introduced into multiple organizations, and more companies are still reaching out to Michael to have them implemented in their own safety teams.
Together, Apolonia and Michael talk about his unique perspective on safety, and they discuss ev...2022-05-1925 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellWhat Makes an Effective and Successful Safety Leader w/ Kim WilliamsIn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Kim Williams. Kim is the Vice President of EH&S at Ovintiv, a leading North American energy producer.
Together, Apolonia and Kim dive into Kim’s journey to leadership in the safety field, the values and practices that make a good safety leader, and the roles that everyone in the company plays in safety.
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety Services and True Safety University.
Learn more about “The True Safety Podcast with Apolonia Rockwell”: https://www.truesafetyservices.com/podcast.
Su...2022-05-0538 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellChemical Safety & Regulation to Keep Workers & the Environment SafeIn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by a very special guest, Lisa Hallsworth. Lisa is the CEO and Chief Vision Officer at Rillea Technologies and was named one of the top women in safety in 2021. At Rillea Technologies, Lisa pursues her vision of enabling people and the planet to prosper by enjoying the benefits of chemicals while avoiding harm to workers and the environment.
Together, Apolonia and Lisa discuss chemical safety and why chemicals need to be monitored and regulated, as well as company cultures and the importance of physical and psychological safety for all em...2022-04-2139 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellWomen in Construction & Unique Perspectives on Safety w/ Rachel WallaIn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Rachel Walla, a Safety and Industrial Hygiene Consultant with Ally Safety. Rachel’s mission is to create innovative, engaging solutions for businesses through consulting, custom safety videos, and materials that interest employees and make safety accessible. She believes that fostering a healthy and safe workplace is the key to any business’s growth and stability.
Together, Apolonia and Rachel dive into Rachel’s journey to working in health and safety, being a woman working in the male-dominated fields of construction and engineering, and sharing her unique perspectives on safety.2022-04-0740 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Human Element in SafetyIn this week’s episode, Apolonia and Seth talk about the human element of safety.
Topics that Apolonia and Seth discuss in this episode:
* Why safety is more than just the right training
* How safety managers can have a stronger and more authentic relationship with their workers
* Why it’s necessary to put a more human and caring element into safety vs the “rough and tough” reputation field workers have
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety Services and True Safety University.
Learn more about “T...2022-03-3118 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Accident That Changed My Life - Believe in Safety w/ Brandon SchroederOn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Brandon Schroeder, an electrician with over 20 years of experience. August 24, 2011 was just another day on the job – until Brandon experienced an arc flash explosion that should’ve killed him. Brandon’s mission is to tell the story of that survival and the sheer grit behind his recovery so others can learn from his mistakes.
Together we dive into Brandon’s life changing workplace accident, the mistakes that led to it and how that accident has led into his career as a safety professional and speaker.
Connect with Brand...2022-03-2457 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Relationship Factor in Safety with Rosa CarrilloIn this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Rosa Carrillo of Carrillo and Associates Safety Leadership Consulting. Rosa is the author of The Relationship Factor in Safety Leadership, whose core message is that full employee engagement is built through relationship building.
Topics that Apolonia and Rosa discuss in this episode:
* Rosa’s safety experience
* Her book, The Relationship Factor in Safety Leadership
* The psychology of safety
* Everyone has a sense of belonging, how are we rewarding team members
* Our brains recognize threats the same way as excl...2022-03-1746 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellEnding the Safety Cop StigmaIn this week’s episode, Apolonia and Seth talk about why the safety cop sigma has to stop.
Topics that Apolonia and Seth discuss in this episode:
* How the safety cop stigma relates to safety managers, workers, leaders, and executives
* How to stop being a safety cop
* Ask questions first
* How to change the perception of safety managers
* Employees and workers
* Executives and team leaders
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety Services and True Safety University.
Learn mo...2022-03-1014 min
Safety Storytellers Podcast with Stacey Godbold | A Podcast for Safety Professionals by SospesThe Future of Safety: Collaborative Partnerships, w/ Tom Carson of Sospes & Apolonia Rockwell of True SafetyIn this episode, Tom Carson, CEO of Sospes, and Seth are joined by Apolonia Rockwell of True Safety Services to talk about a really important partnership in the safety industry, what's happening in safety right now and why it is important that we are collaborating together to solve problems.
Topics that Seth, Apolonia and Tom discuss in this episode:
* Announce a new collaborative partnership between True Safety and Sospes
* How the Covid-19 pandemic affected the Safety Industry
The shifts/changes that will be beneficial to the industry in the long run
...2022-03-0334 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellHow to Establish Safety CultureThis last week, an article was put out by Canadian publication, Canadian Occupational Safety. The article titled, “How To Establish a Culture of Safety in the Workplace,” lists seven steps to ensure your organization is enforcing best practices. In this week’s episode, Apolonia and Seth dive in to each of the seven steps and why you should be paying attention.
Topics that Apolonia and Seth discuss in this episode:
* Why is safety culture important?
* Safety Culture vs Company Culture
* 7 Steps to Build Safety Culture
* Define responsibilities
* Open c...2022-03-0323 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellSimple Safety with Dave Ferro, owner of Dave Ferro Safety Ltd.On this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Dave Ferro, owner of an Edmonton-based occupational health and safety firm, offering consulting and safety training services both internationally and across Western Canada.
Topics that Apolonia and Dave discuss in this episode:
* How Dave got started in safety
* Dave’s background in EMS
*How that has affected his perspective on safety
* How Dave has lasted over 20 years in the safety industry
* Challenges he’s faced
* The things he loves about safety
* Advice for those starti...2022-02-2434 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellWho Can Train? Trainer Qualifications and Red Flags with Drew Hinton, CEO and Founder of Arrow Safety, and Stacey Godbold of the Safety Pro Round Table PodcastOn this week’s episode, Apolonia joins Drew Hinton, President and CEO of Arrow Safety, on the Safety Pro Round Table podcast with host Stacey Godbold to talk about trainer qualifications and the red flags of safety training.
Topics that Apolonia, Drew and Stacey discuss in this episode:
* Apolonia’s being selected as one of Forbes’ 30 under 30, and Drew’s accomplishment in pursuing his PhD
* Does training format matter?
In terms of virtual vs in-person training, do qualifications matter?
* How do I know my safety trainer is legit?
* The ques...2022-02-1732 min
Safety Storytellers Podcast with Stacey Godbold | A Podcast for Safety Professionals by SospesWho Can Train? Safety Trainer Qualification Red Flags w/ Apolonia Rockwell & Drew HintonIn this episode, Stacey is joined by Apolonia Rockwell, CEO and Founder of True Safety Services, and Drew Hinton, CEO and Founder of Arrow Safety, to talk about trainer qualifications and the red flags of safety training.
Topics that Stacey, Drew and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Apolonia’s being selected as one of Forbes’ 30 under 30, and Drew’s accomplishment in pursuing his PhD
* Does training format matter?
In terms of virtual vs in-person training, do qualifications matter?
* How do I know my safety trainer is legit?
* The questions you sh...2022-02-1731 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Past, Present and Future of Safety Training with Drew Hinton, President and CEO of Arrow Safety Pt. 2On this week’s episode, Apolonia and Drew Hinton, President and CEO of Arrow Safety, continue part two of their discussion, diving into the future of safety training.
Topics that Apolonia and Drew discuss in this episode:
* How the pandemic affected safety training
How training has changed over the last few years
* The growing popularity of behavior-based training
Soft skills like leadership
Critical thinking
* The future of safety training
The kinds of classes that should be included in safety training
Stress management
Mental Health
To connect wi...2022-02-1020 min
Safety Storytellers Podcast with Stacey Godbold | A Podcast for Safety Professionals by SospesHow To Build a Safety Program with Blended Platform Training with Apolonia Rockwell and Drew HintonIn this episode, Stacey is joined by Apolonia Rockwell, CEO and Founder of True Safety Services, and Drew Hinton, CEO and Founder of Arrow Safety, to talk about how to build your safety training program by using blended learning (a mixture of virtual training and in-person training).
Topics that Stacey, Apolonia and Drew discuss in this episode:
* Virtual Safety Training
What training can be done virtually?
Is virtual training for you?
* The hard ‘no’s’ for virtual training
What definitely shouldn’t be trained virtually
Requirements that should be added to virtual training...2022-02-1035 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Past, Present and Future of Safety Training with Drew Hinton, President and CEO of Arrow Safety Pt. 1In this week’s episode, Apolonia is joined by Drew Hinton in part one of their discussion on all things safety training past, present, and future.
Topics that Apolonia and Drew discuss in this episode:
* Drew’s background and how he got started in the prevention side of safety
* The importance of building a relationship with your local fire department
Incorporating the fire department in training
Notifying them of what hazards are on site
* Drew’s philosophy around training
His favorite classes to teach
* The future of safety...2022-02-0318 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Top 10 EHS Trends of 2021On this week’s episode, Apolonia and Seth are talking about EHS Today’s article on the top 10 EHS trends of 2021, how these trends impacted the safety industry and which will continue to affect the industry.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Top 10 EHS trends of 2021 like:
*Change in OSHA regulations as a result of the pandemic
*Health awareness, both physical and mental
*Remote communications
*The post-pandemic workplace
* Which trends are probably going to continue to impact safety industry over the next year...2022-01-2728 min
Business &... with Natalie DawsonEP 60 | Forbes 30 Under 30: How to Keep Your Team Safe with Apolonia RockwellIn this episode, Natalie welcomes Forbes 30 Under 30 in Education finalist for 2022, Apolonia Rockwell to the show. From Forbes: Having grown up in a working class family and witnessing a classmate grieve the death of a father who fell from an oil rig, Apolonia Rockwell was inspired to establish True Safety Services with a mission to bring construction, oil and gas workers home safely every single day. Based in Greeley, Colorado, it offers safety training courses, onboarding, drug and alcohol testing and certifications. Seven years in and a mother of two, Rockwell generates $2 million in yearly...2022-01-2537 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellStress and Mental Health: The Unseen Hazards in Workplace SafetyAs we enter into year three of the pandemic, mental health is becoming more of a safety risk. Trauma fatigue is real and we’re all feeling it. But it’s a subject that isn’t really talked about in terms of workplace safety. On this week’s episode, Apolonia and Seth are talking about stress in the workplace and putting more of an emphasis on mental health in safety programs.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Why it is needed to talk about stress and mental health
There can be a “figur...2022-01-2022 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Pros and Cons of Outsourcing SafetyAs we are entering into a new year, you may be thinking about starting or revamping your safety program. Should you do safety in-house? Should you fully outsource it? Should you do a hybrid of both? In this week’s episode, Apolonia and Seth are talking about the pros and cons of outsourcing safety.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Should you do safety in-house? Should you outsource? Should you do a hybrid of both?
Outsource what you can, so you as a safety professional can do what only you can do...2022-01-1318 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellLessons in Safety from 2021In this episode, Apolonia and Seth take an episode and look back on the last year and discuss what they learned in the safety industry in 2021.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Some things that we didn't think would stick around that did
Role of technology
* A reflection on what's changed in the industry over the last year
* Key lessons we feel like we've learned or seen in the safety industry over the last 12 months
Communication
Transparency
Vulnerability
To see Apolonia’s feature profile, vi...2022-01-0618 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellWe Got On The Forbes 30 Under 30 2022 List! | Apolonia Rockwell On Why It Is SignificantIn this episode, Apolonia and Seth talk about Apolonia being featured as one of the top 30 voices under 30 in education by Forbes.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Apolonia’s background and the things that led her to the safety industry
* The challenges she’s overcome and lessons she’s learned along the way
* What it means to be honored by Forbes 30 under 30
To see Apolonia’s feature profile, visit https://www.forbes.com/30-under-30/2022/education
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Saf...2021-12-3030 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Future of Safety: Collaborative Partnerships, with Tom Carson of Sospes In this episode, Apolonia and Seth are joined by Tom Carson of Sospes to talk about a really important partnership in the safety industry, what's happening in safety right now and why it is important that we are collaborating together to solve problems.
Topics that Seth, Apolonia Tom discuss in this episode:
* Announce a new collaborative partnership between True Safety and Sospes
* How the Covid-19 pandemic affected the Safety Industry
The shifts/changes that will be beneficial to the industry in the long run
* Deep dive into Sospes and True...2021-12-1835 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellSafety Meetings: the Good, the Bad and the UglyIn this episode, Apolonia and Seth discuss all things safety meetings.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Bad safety meeting experiences, and the adjustments needed to make them better
You don’t have to be the subject matter expert
Create engagement by utilizing discussion between employees
* Switch from “do-er” to “facilitator/coordinator”
* The winning meeting formula
Break up meetings into 5-7min segments so people can learn from each other and you aren’t talking at people the entire meeting
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and...2021-12-0916 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellHow to be an Effective Leader in Safety with Patrick BurkeIn this episode, Apolonia and Patrick discuss safety culture and being a more effective leader in the safety industry.
Topics that Patrick and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Patrick’s close to 20 years in the safety industry
* How do I keep my workforce engaged?
Highly communicative team
Leaders ask for input and feedback
Employees feel heard and seen, creating an overall culture
* Safety culture needs to come from the bottom up, boots on the ground
* To make an impact at your company
Be humble
Be your brother’s ke...2021-12-0327 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Basics of Safety Culture with George DovolisIn this episode, Apolonia and George talk about building businesses and teams that are centered around taking care of their people.
Topics that George and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* George’s experience as an industry expert
His advice for building safety culture
* When people don’t feel respected or recognized, that’s when overall morale goes down and companies are more accident prone
* OSHA basics aren’t enough, there needs to be a focus on unseen hazards like mental health
Stress, fatigue, anxiety, sleep deprivation
To connect...2021-11-1933 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellSafety and the Business of CommunicationIn this episode, Apolonia and Carlos talk about how building relationships should be a priority for safety professionals
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* The importance of good communication
Bring the energy and passion to keep people engaged and connect with people on their level
* Bringing connection out into the field
How to get “buy-in” from those out in the field
The value of being genuine - let people know your intention
To connect with Carlos further, you can contact him at:
+1 (970) 939-4750
ca...2021-11-1318 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Business of SafetyIn this episode, Apolonia and Seth talk about why investing in safety makes sense.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Safety can be expensive, what can you expect to spend while building a safety program?
Training, safety meetings, safety management software
* What type of costs come with a safety incident?
Direct costs like medical bills, insurance premiums, paid time off, hiring, loss of clients
Indirect costs like reputation
* How to better communicate to your company the importance of spending money on safety
Apolonia Rockwell...2021-11-0416 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellA Safe and Healthy Work Environment is a Human RightIn this episode, Apolonia and Seth talk about a healthy, safe work environment being a human right.
Topics that Seth and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* The United Nations Human Rights Council determined that having a healthy work environment is officially a human right
* Tips if you are concerned about safety in your work environment
Bringing up concerns to your supervisor/employer
Contacting OSHA
* Employer responsibility
* Having the right to a safe and healthy work environment doesn’t take away the risks, it ensures the right to protection fr...2021-10-2914 min
Unstoppable with Ralph Graves Jr. Show | Conversations with Unstoppable LeadersFinding Your Hustle with Apolonia Rockwell of True Safety ServicesThis week we are joined by the incredible Apolonia Rockwell. Apolonia is the owner and founder of True Safety Services, a Colorado-based occupational health and safety company that helps workers make it home safely to their families through safety training and consulting.
We sit down and talk about Apolonia’s start in the safety industry, how her passion for giving people the respect they deserve leads to more effective safety training, and her favorite character-building failure moments.
Join Ralph’s private community for transformative weekly content: https://www.ralphgravejr.com/community.
Thank you to o...2021-10-2735 min
Unstoppable with Ralph Graves Jr. Show | Conversations with Unstoppable LeadersFinding Your Hustle with Apolonia Rockwell of True Safety ServicesThis week we are joined by the incredible Apolonia Rockwell. Apolonia is the owner and founder of True Safety Services, a Colorado-based occupational health and safety company that helps workers make it home safely to their families through safety training and consulting.
We sit down and talk about Apolonia’s start in the safety industry, how her passion for giving people the respect they deserve leads to more effective safety training, and her favorite character-building failure moments.
Join Ralph’s private community for transformative weekly content: https://www.ralphgravejr.com/community.
Thank you to o...2021-10-2735 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellMind. Body. Safety. with Bec Corvin of ProTect-All Solutions (Pt. 2)In this episode, Apolonia again talks with Bec Corvin, who is responsible for Safety and Leadership Development at ProTect-All Solutions. A safety and leadership company that specializes in building relationships and reducing risk through strategically developing an organization’s culture, ProTect-All Solutions has locations in Houston and Pittsburgh.
To learn more about the work Bec Corvin is doing, visit https://www.mindbodysafety.org
Topics that Bec and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* The need to further the conversation on “unseen hazards” like anger, stress and solutions to those hazards
* The early stages...2021-10-2342 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellMental Health in the WorkplaceIn this episode, Apolonia again talks with Thomas Carson, President of Sospes.
Topics that Tom and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Mental Health in the workplace and how it relates to recognized hazards
* The role of safety software when dealing with incidents, not just with physical hazards but also with mental health/stress hazards
* How safety software can bring connection to a team in a world of zoom meetings and build trust within a company
Thanks so much to Thomas Carson for being a guest!
Learn more...2021-10-1429 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellWhy Hiring the Right Person is Critical to Safety CultureHiring has been challenging in this last year, whether because of Covid or just being in a volatile industry. As contracts ebb and flow, so does employment. But having the right team members in place is absolutely critical.
In this episode, Apolonia and Seth discuss:
* The importance of hiring the right people for the job, how that relates to safety culture
* Whether to hire for skill or culture fit
* Tips for those hiring in the safety industry
Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety Services and...2021-10-0816 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellHow EHS Software Can Build Better Safety CultureIn this episode, Apolonia talks with Thomas Carson of SOSPES, about how EHS software can best be utilized to organize and document tangible data within safety programs. As well as the importance of marrying organizational procedures and safety culture.
In this episode, Thomas Carson and Apolonia discuss:
* EHS software dashboards can be utilized to:
Give structure to safety culture
Show tangible data and results to leadership
Document prevention, training progress, incidents, observations, safety concerns
* The future of safety and where Thomas sees safety protocols and procedures are headed.
Thanks so...2021-09-2532 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellBest Resources for Safety ManagersApolonia Rockwell and Seth Silvers discuss what is holding safety professionals back from having the best safety program possible and how there is more access than ever to the best resources out there to take safety programs to the next level.
To find out more about True Safety Services and get in touch with Apolonia and her team, visit https://www.truesafetyservices.com
2021-09-2021 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellAre Bad Safety Training Videos Holding You BackApolonia Rockwell and Seth Silvers discuss what problems arise when your safety training isn’t what it should be and how safety training can often be a great way to connect, educate and have fun with your team.
To find out more about True Safety Services and get in touch with Apolonia and her team, visit https://www.truesafetyservices.com
2021-09-1018 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Power of Safety Leading Indicators w/ Ed Foulke of Fisher Phillips Safety SolutionsIn this episode, Apolonia talks with Ed Foulke, president of Fisher Phillips Safety Solutions and former assistant secretary of OSHA.
Topics that Ed and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* What it was for Ed to get a call out of the blue from the White House, inviting him to work for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
* Fatalities in the workplace, including falling off ladders.
* How fatality rates in the US have plateaued.
* How safety and health have become increasingly more visible to the C-suite (CEOs, CFOs, CTOs...2021-08-2145 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellMind. Body. Safety. w/ Bec Corvin of ProTect-All SolutionsIn this episode, Apolonia talks with Bec Corvin, who is responsible for Safety and Leadership Development at ProTect-All Solutions. A safety and leadership company that specializes in building relationships and reducing risk through strategically developing an organization’s culture, ProTect-All Solutions has locations in Houston and Pittsburgh.
Topics that Apolonia and Bec discuss in this episode:
* How Bec got started out in safety for the oil and gas industry, including how she had to quickly skill-up with terms such as metacarpal gloves, personal gas detection, Pelican cases, self-contained breathing apparatuses (aka SCBAs), and so forth....2021-07-2941 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellSafety Is About Inspiration, Not Information, w/ Physical Therapist Dr Clancy BrownIn this episode, Apolonia talks with Clancy Brown, who is a physical therapist, a co-owner of a gym (Crossfit Endure in Windsor, Colorado), and the owner of a physical therapy and wellness company (Core Concept).
Topics that Clancy and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Clancy’s view that CrossFit can sometimes be more helpful for people than a traditional healthcare setting.
* Clancy’s big decision to buy a gym with his wife.
* How gyms can provide a sense of community for members. And how companies can learn about community from places such...2021-07-2239 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellCan Safety Really Be Priority #1? w/ Terry L. Mathis of ProAct SafetyIn this episode, Apolonia talks with Terry L. Mathis, who has had almost three decades of experience in safety, much of it aligned with behavior-based safety. Terry is the founder and CEO of ProAct Safety, an international safety, and performance excellence firm.
Topics that Terry and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* A company can spend a boatload of money on safety conditions. Ultimately, though, the success (or failure) of a safety program depends on people.
* OSHA rules and regulations are very minimal standards. If you're not doing that, that's like trying to be...2021-07-1837 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellFalling In Love with Safety, w/ Don Standridge, Corporate Safety Manager of Mohawk IndustriesCould you imagine being the safety manager for a company that is the biggest player in its industry on the entire planet? Well, meet Don Standridge. He’s the Corporate Safety Manager at Mohawk Industries, the largest provider of flooring in the world. Mohawk is a massive company. Could you imagine managing safety across so many departments?
In this episode, Don and Apolonia Rockwell discuss:
* How Don moved from marketing to safety. In a nutshell: One of Don’s colleagues recognized that, as a marketing guy, he was a great “cheerleader” for his company. That colleagu...2021-07-0941 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellImmersive Technologies in the Safety Space w/ Brain Whitaker, Safe Workplace ExpertWind turbine installers using virtual reality to simulate jobsite conditions. Fleet safety managers using 360 degree video for hazard awareness training. These are two examples of using technology to improve so-called hard skills. But what about using technology to upgrade your soft skills?
In this episode, Apolonia talks with Brian Whitaker, the Co-founder and Director of Immersive Learning at Qworky.io.
Topics that Brian and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Immersive technologies that will sharpen safety competencies in the future include virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and 360 degree video.
* Building safety...2021-07-0341 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe ROI of Safety: Why Safety Is A Profit Center, w/ Lance MurrayOccasionally when safety professionals repeatedly emphasize safety, some workers resent it. The solution is creating a strong safety culture. As Lance Murray says, culture drives compliance.
In this episode, Apolonia Rockwell talks with Lance Murray, a safety professional for over thirty years and now the Construction Safety Manager for Mark Young Construction.
Topics that Lance and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Many companies want a quick fix that will solve all of their safety problems. Those kinds of silver bullets don’t exist. To shift a company’s safety culture, you have to put...2021-06-1731 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellSafety Training Needs to Evolve Alongside Our Constantly Changing WorkforcesIn this episode, Apolonia Rockwell and producer Seth Silvers discuss:
* How society—thanks to technology and other factors—is constantly changing, and that safety training needs to evolve along with it.
* How, as humans, we’re always going to be changing how we consume information.
* True Safety Services’ long-term goal of providing more augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) safety classes and training.
* Embracing small changes to trenching excavation courses and fall protection courses.
* The new practice of a safety consulting company, such as True Safety Services, filming a job si...2021-06-0814 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellAverage Is Easy, Why Not Risk Being Great? w/ Ward Johnson, Corporate Director of Risk ControlIn this episode, Apolonia Rockwell talks with Ward Johnson.
Ward is the Associate Vice President Corporate Director of Risk Control at UFG Insurance. In the commercial property and casualty industry, he’s an expert in worker-s compensation, general liability, property insurance, and risk control management.
Topics that Ward and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* How safety professionals can help people because they want to (compared to helping people because regulations say they have to).
* When safety professionals are trying to change the behaviors of workers, they might feel uneasy or agitated. To help...2021-06-0440 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellPerspectives On Bad Leadership, Employee Empowerment, & Leadership EffectivenessWho are the leaders in your life? What is it about them that you admire? Why do they stand out as leaders?
In this episode, Apolonia Rockwell and producer Seth Silvers do a deep dive into management leadership. Topics discussed in this episode:
* What it’s like for Apolonia being a female leader in a field—safety in construction, manufacturing, oil, and gas—that is predominantly led by men.
* With the Covid-19 pandemic subsiding, some companies—but clearly not all—are investing in leadership training.
* The importance of leaders acknowledging the emotional...2021-05-2832 min
Safety FM with Jay AllenApolonia RockwellToday on The Jay Allen Show, Jay speaks with Apolonia Rockwell. Apolonia is the founder True Safety Services. During their conversation, Apolonia describes how she got into and how she has loved the journey so far.
Hear it today on The Jay Allen Show.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-05-2541 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellWhat To Do When You Have No Safety Culture with Blaine J. HoffmannIn this episode, Apolonia Rockwell talks with Blaine J. Hoffmann, host of the SafetyPro Podcast. Topics discussed:
* How firefighters are often weighing up risk (e.g. risk to themselves while fighting fires) and reward (e.g. saving someone’s life).
* The unfortunate fact that many small businesses simply aren’t aware of fire compliance requirements, such as having fire extinguishers and making sure that “exit” signs light up.
* Training professionals shouldn’t just think about transferring safety knowledge to their employees. Training is an opportunity to impress upon your employees the seriousness, dedication, and invest...2021-05-1447 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellTaking Safety Culture to the Next Level with Shawn M. Galloway of ProAct Safety and Safety Culture ExcellenceIn this episode, Apolonia Rockwell talks with Shawn M. Galloway, the President and Chief Operating Officer of ProAct Safety. Shawn is also an author, keynote speaker, consultant, and advisor.
Topics that Shawn and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* How Shawn and his business partner started thinking about safety culture in 1986 after the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and the Chernobyl nuclear accident.
* The need for safety professionals to continuously mature our thinking around what is and isn't excellence in safety. In other words, why we should always challenge our thinking around safety.
...2021-05-0845 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellResilience: Why Do Some Teams Break Down Under Pressure & Others Pull Through?Why do some teams flounder under pressure and other teams flourish?
What are some resilience markers and frameworks for teams?
Is there any leadership training that can make teams more resilient?
In this episode, Apolonia takes a deep dive into the resilience of teams.
Topics that Apolonia and her cohost Seth Silvers discuss in this episode:
* The importance of your mission being absolutely clear. It doesn’t matter what kind of team you’re on, if you don’t have a precise mission that everyone can set their sights on, th...2021-04-3018 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia Rockwell360 Degree Views of Jobs Sites, Gamification, & the Future of Training with John DunsmoorIn this episode, Apolonia again talks with John Dunsmoor, the Director of Business Innovation at Red Rocks Community College (RCCC) in Colorado. (This is the second episode of two conversations between John and Apolonia.)
Topics that John and Apolonia discuss in this episode:
* Training is always transforming. What is currently on the “edge” of training, including things that are currently optional—in the near future these things will become mandatory.
* The benefits of viewing safety trainers as leaders who are encouraging people to be more productive and to decrease their exposure to risk and ha...2021-04-2241 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellPros & Cons of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Safety Training with John DunsmoorIn this episode, Apolonia talks with John Dunsmoor, the Director of Business Innovation at Red Rocks Community College (RCCC) in Colorado.
Discussed in this episode:
* The diffusion of innovations, a theory on rate and spread of new ideas and technology. John and Apolonia link this with changes in safety and culture in the last year or so of the Covid-19 pandemic.
* How the Covid-19 pandemic encouraged OSHA to fundamentally transform its approach to testing and embrace remote learning.
* The trend in some construction companies to sometimes spend less time on training...2021-04-1634 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellDeveloping a Safety Culture Mindset in the Construction Industry with Bradley Gassman of AGC of ColoradoHave you ever walked onto a job site and quickly noticed that there’s an established culture of safety? Why is that? Why is it that some people simply have no tolerance for unsafe behavior?
In this episode of “The True Safety Podcast with Apolonia Rockwell,” we explore what it takes to build and maintain a culture of safety.
Our guest is Bradley J. Gassman, the safety director of Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Colorado. In the episode, he talks about what has made him successful at safety. He also shares helpful tips for starting out in...2021-04-0937 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellThe Secret To Worker Participation In Your Safety Program | The Apolonia Rockwell ShowWorker Participation: How To Get Your Workers To Care About Safety. How do you get your workers to care more about safety? Learn that and more in this video. Are you interested in getting professional advice on how your safety program can be improved? If you are looking to have higher worker participation, more engaged safety training, and less incidents, schedule a call with our team. We would love to have a no-pressure call with you to talk through some ways you can improve your safety program.
Schedule a call by clicking here: https://www.truesafetyuniversity.com/boo...2020-11-1612 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia Rockwell3 Steps To Engaging Workers In Your Safety Program: Management Leadership with Apolonia Rockwell of True Safety ServicesIn this week's episode, we talk about 3 steps to engage workers in your safety program by diving into the importance of Management Leadership.
To learn more about True Safety Services, visit our website at https://www.truesafetyservices.com. If you are interested in our world-class virtual training, visit https://www.truesafetyuniversity.com.
2020-11-1220 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellMeet the FounderThis week we finally get to hear how True Safety got started. We had the privilege of listening to Apolonia Rockwell share her story about how she got her start in the Oil and Gas Industry and how she put together what is now True Safety Services.
2019-06-2136 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellExpert Secrets to Mastering your Mindset (Part 1)This week on the Apolonia Rockwell Show, we had the privilege of talking with best selling author, successful entrepreneur, and sales expert, Weldon Long. Weldon was generous enough to share his story with us along with his opinions on healthy mental perspective. We looked at his journey to success and discussed the mentality that allowed him to get there. We hope you enjoy part 1 of this episode. Get a free copy of Weldon Long's newest book at weldonlong.com/true
2019-04-0538 min
Dangerous Jobs Podcast with Apolonia RockwellYou Were Made for MoreThis week on the Apolonia Rockwell Show, we had the pleasure of talking with Brian Green and Skyler Schissler. We discussed topics like defining success, taking responsibility, and getting your team to play on their strengths. It was a pleasure to have these two share their story and learn what they’re passionate about.
2018-12-171h 30
Dropping BombsAre you a good boss? - Episode 39 with The Real Brad Lea (TRBL)Brad Lea and his guest, Apolonia Rockwell, discuss culture, team, work ethic, job interviews and business. Can poisonous culture and bad choices put you out of business? How do you find great people? Listen in to find answers to these and many other questions in this informative and entertaining podcast.2017-10-201h 16