Richard Hawk

Richard Hawk helps safety professionals become better leaders through his keynotes, workshops, articles and books so they can create vibrant safety cultures. His popular “Mindfully Safe” keynote teaches employees how to focus better and improve their situational awareness, a key skill to preventing incidents. To contact Richard, visit makesafetyfun.com.

ARTICLES

All About You: Bad gossip, good gossip

October 27, 2019

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"Although it has an unfavorable connotation, gossip isn't always negative," says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who shares how focusing on "good" gossip can inspire us – and others.

All About You: Trusted techniques for tackling stage fright

September 22, 2019

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“Speaking before an audience, especially a large one, can be intimidating,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who offers five tips for conquering “those notorious butterflies” in your stomach.

All About You: Get the most out of conventions and conferences

August 25, 2019

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Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk offers advice for taking advantage of “all the opportunities you’ll have to learn and network” at the National Safety Council 2019 Congress & Expo.

All About You: Refresh your work environment

June 23, 2019

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“We’re often so busy with our responsibilities as safety and health professionals that we ignore our environment,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who shares “easy ways” make your workspace more appealing.

All About You: You make a difference: Looking beyond the numbers

May 26, 2019

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“All of us in the safety field want and need to believe we improve people’s lives,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk. “That’s why we should remind ourselves of what we’re preventing and what we’re encouraging.”

All About You: Focus on simple pleasures

April 28, 2019

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“Because we experience simple pleasures regularly, it’s easy to become numb to their value,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who explains how staying mindful of them can improve your focus.

All About You: Reflecting on performance leads to growth

March 24, 2019

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When done correctly, “event reflection can help you excel in every avenue of your personal and professional life,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who offers tips.

All About You: Let me tell you a story: How good storytelling can move people to action

February 24, 2019

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Stories are a powerful tool for gaining support and buy-in, says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who offers tips for improving your storytelling skills.

All About You: Don’t let indecision paralyze you

January 27, 2019

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“When you don’t know what to do, you tend to do nothing,” notes veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who shares his own experience and offers practical advice for being more decisive.

All About You: Keep your inspiration burning

December 18, 2018

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Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk offers ways to keep your "inspiration flame" lit even when personal events divert your plans.