The HOP Nerd

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The HOP Nerd

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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    The Tool (mostly) Doesn't Matter

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Just a bunch of cowboys...

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    It's CONTEXT sense.

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Nobody (Really) Cares What You Call It...

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    The Perfectionism Trap Holds Us Back

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Talking About the HOP Journey

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Discovering (and sharing) where we've been, where we're at, and where we are going.

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    You’re Running Your Creatives Off

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Your Awareness Deficit Caused (insert whatever bad thing happened here). 🙄

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Holy Crap.

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Innovation? You keep using that word; I’m not sure you know what it means

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Hey, you! It's 2026!

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Part V - Kill Blame, Get Curious, Fix Systems - The Anatomy of Blame Mini-Series

    The Anatomy of Blame Mini-SeriesPart V: We’ve dissected the body. Now we bury it. In the series finale, Sam makes the final, definitive case: Blame. Fixes. Nothing. It's an illusion that guarantees failure repeats itself. We'll lay out the alternative—a world built not on accusation, but on curiosity. It’s time to stop hunting for "who" and start asking "how."Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Part IV - Puppets, Masters, and the Grand Canyon of Ignorance - The Anatomy of Blame Mini-Series

    The Anatomy of Blame Mini-SeriesPart IV: Why does your company treat you like a 5-year-old? In Part 4, Sam tackles the dysfunctional "Parent-Child" relationship at the heart of the blame culture and how it forces people to lie and hide. We’ll also explore the "Grand Canyon of Ignorance" that separates the people with the power (the Blunt End) from the people with the knowledge (the Sharp End).Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Part III - The "Human Error" Shell Game - The Anatomy of Blame Mini-Series

    The Anatomy of Blame Mini-SeriesPart III: "Human Error" is not an answer—it's the laziest, most intellectually bankrupt excuse in organizational life. In Part 3, Sam breaks down what's really happening when we blame "the human." We'll dissect the critical differences between an error, a mistake, and a violation... and meet the most important, and most punished, person in your company: the "Well-Intended Violator."Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Part II - The "-Ility" Illusion - The Anatomy of Blame Mini-Series

    The Anatomy of Blame Mini-SeriesPart II: "We need to hold people accountable!" It sounds smart, but it's a lie. We've butchered the dictionary, smashing "responsibility," "accountability," and "culpability" into one ugly club called PUNISHMENT. In Part II, Sam performs a linguistic autopsy on these weasel words, defining what they actually mean and how our confusion guarantees we learn nothing from failure.Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Part I - Blame Junkies - The Anatomy of Blame Mini-Series

    The Anatomy of Blame Mini-SeriesPart I: Blame is the most powerful drug at work. It's fast, it's easy, and it feels damn good. In Part 1 of this series, Sam pulls back the curtain on why we're all addicted to the blame game. We’ll explore the primal, psychological, and organizational "perks" of pointing the finger... and set the stage for why this addiction is rotting our companies from the inside out.Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    A Few BIG Problems

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Talking About How We Talk.

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Just Be Careful... Ok?

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Burned Out...

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Talking a Little Philosophy

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    I Don't Trust You If You Don't Have a Butterknife in Your Toolbox

    Welcome to The HOP Nerd Podcast with Sam Goodman. Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Why wait for an event?

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks about pre-event operational learning...Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    The Blame Hangover

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks about the blame hangover...Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    Some Assembly Required, Some Parts Optional

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks about left over bolts and how we depend on human adaptation to create success.   Description:It begins with a story you think you've heard before. A frantic, high-stakes repair on a massive critical machine, a seasoned mechanic, and a few, heavy "extra" bolts left on the floor.Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

  27. 427

    The Screwdriver Multi-Tool

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks about that "beater screwdriver" we all have and use for pretty much... everything.  Description:An employee uses a screwdriver as a pry bar and gets hurt. The investigation is swift, the conclusion obvious: human error. Training is updated, a memo goes out, and the case is closed.Sound familiar? It's the most common story in workplace safety, and it's absolute garbage.Sam Goodman isn't your typical consultant. He's The HOP Nerd—a guide through the ridiculous landscape of organizational culture and workplace safety. Part strategist, part comedic agitator, he uses humor and a deep understanding of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) to expose the absurdities that hold companies back. He's taught tens of thousands of people and helped hundreds of businesses ditch the corporate theater and start learning for real.Ready to Get Started?Book a No-BS Consultation: See if we're a fit. No buzzwords, guaranteed. https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callExplore & Get Free Stuff: Get free resources, snag some merch, or book me for your next event at TheHOPNerd.com.Get Operationally Curious: Check out our 'Starting Points' question prompts at thehopnerd.com/spFollow Along:LinkedIn: Sam GoodmanYouTube: @TheHOPNerdInstagram: @thehopnerdContact: [email protected]

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    What's up with that Darrell guy!?

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks about why he platforms Darrell the Safety Man....Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  29. 425

    Safety LARPing

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks safety theatre...Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  30. 424

    Your Robot Smells Like Dog Sh*t

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks about his early morning Roomba experience and what it left him reflecting on.... Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  31. 423

    Dumb Rules, Smart People.

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman talks workarounds, rules, & getting work done.Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  32. 422

    BE SAFE... or else! with Darrell the Safety Man

    In todays episode, Sam Goodman is joined by Darrell the Safety Man! Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  33. 421

    Stay Vigilant!

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  34. 420

    Stop losing your cool over 'human error.'

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  35. 419

    Learning From Success

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...Learning from Success! FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  36. 418

    A Lil' Update!

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsFOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  37. 417

    Improve your improvements.

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious Questions.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  38. 416

    The HOP Nerd Mindset

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...Grow your HOP army.Sam Goodman unpacks why we humans are so quick to point the finger, why our organizations often build blame right into their systems, why it’s profoundly unhelpful, and most importantly, what we can do to start kicking that blame habit.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  39. 415

    Starting Points Mini

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsConnect with Sam https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Starting Points Mini: Spark your operational curiosity in just minutes! Each bite-sized episode, Sam Goodman pulls a card from the original Starting Points Operationally Curious Card Deck. Get a practical question and simple steps to actually use it in your work - fostering genuine curiosity, seeking deeper understanding, and uncovering insights within your team and processes. Ready to start asking better questions?

  40. 414

    Grow your HOP army.

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...Grow your HOP army. Sam Goodman unpacks why we humans are so quick to point the finger, why our organizations often build blame right into their systems, why it’s profoundly unhelpful, and most importantly, what we can do to start kicking that blame habit.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  41. 413

    When procedures attack!

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...When procedures attack!Sam Goodman unpacks why we humans are so quick to point the finger, why our organizations often build blame right into their systems, why it’s profoundly unhelpful, and most importantly, what we can do to start kicking that blame habit.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  42. 412

    Starting Points Mini

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsConnect with Sam https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Starting Points Mini: Spark your operational curiosity in just minutes! Each bite-sized episode, Sam Goodman pulls a card from the original Starting Points Operationally Curious Card Deck. Get a practical question and simple steps to actually use it in your work - fostering genuine curiosity, seeking deeper understanding, and uncovering insights within your team and processes. Ready to start asking better questions?

  43. 411

    Is your organization... blamey?

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...Is your organization... blamey?Sam Goodman unpacks why we humans are so quick to point the finger, why our organizations often build blame right into their systems, why it’s profoundly unhelpful, and most importantly, what we can do to start kicking that blame habit.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  44. 410

    Starting Points Mini

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsConnect with Sam https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Starting Points Mini: Spark your operational curiosity in just minutes! Each bite-sized episode, Sam Goodman pulls a card from the original Starting Points Operationally Curious Card Deck. Get a practical question and simple steps to actually use it in your work - fostering genuine curiosity, seeking deeper understanding, and uncovering insights within your team and processes. Ready to start asking better questions?

  45. 409

    Safety is the Presence of Positives... What Now? | An Action Oriented Mini-Series

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...Safety is the Presence of Positives... What Now?Check out the "Blogcast"https://www.thehopnerd.com/post/safety-is-the-presence-of-positives-what-now-applying-human-organizational-performance-hopIn this 'What Now?' mini-series episode, Sam Goodman (The HOP Nerd) shares practical steps to improve reactions, foster learning, build trust, and make Human & Organizational Performance real.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  46. 408

    Starting Points Mini

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsConnect with Sam https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Starting Points Mini: Spark your operational curiosity in just minutes! Each bite-sized episode, Sam Goodman pulls a card from the original Starting Points Operationally Curious Card Deck. Get a practical question and simple steps to actually use it in your work - fostering genuine curiosity, seeking deeper understanding, and uncovering insights within your team and processes. Ready to start asking better questions?

  47. 407

    A Philosophical Question: Which One Would You Choose?

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...A bit of a philosophical chat.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

  48. 406

    Starting Points Mini

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsConnect with Sam https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Starting Points Mini: Spark your operational curiosity in just minutes! Each bite-sized episode, Sam Goodman pulls a card from the original Starting Points Operationally Curious Card Deck. Get a practical question and simple steps to actually use it in your work - fostering genuine curiosity, seeking deeper understanding, and uncovering insights within your team and processes. Ready to start asking better questions?

  49. 405

    Ask People What They Need... What Now? | An Action Oriented Mini-Series

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsOn today's episode...Ask People What They Need... What Now?Check out the "Blogcast"In this 'What Now?' mini-series episode, Sam Goodman (The HOP Nerd) shares practical steps to improve reactions, foster learning, build trust, and make Human & Organizational Performance real.FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

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    A Piece of Cake with Becky Ray

    Ready to Get Curious?! Check out Starting Points! our Operationally Curious QuestionsJoin Sam Goodman (The HOP Nerd LLC) and Becky Ray (Culture Kick) for a dynamic discussion about practical strategies for improving workplace culture.Drawing on her unique background transitioning from engineering and safety to focusing on people and operational performance (HOP), Sam and Becky explore:Evolving Leadership: Moving beyond outdated styles to embrace empathy, operational intelligence, and truly supporting leaders (especially those "stuck in the middle").Actionable Culture Change: Implementing HOP principles effectively, fostering psychological safety ("speak up"), and breaking down departmental silos (like sales vs. production).Practical Frameworks: Introducing Becky's "Culture Cake" model (Make it Easy, Speak Up, Frustrations into Focus, Learn from Failure, Everyday Learning) and the concept of peer "battle buddies."The Power of "Better": Why focusing on incremental improvement and collaboration over competition is key to meaningful, sustainable change..Learn more about Becky at https://www.culturekick.co.uk/FOLLOW SAM https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-goodman-03a95391/Contact him at: [email protected] an initial consult at: https://calendly.com/d/26x-qs8-xnv/initial-consultation-callVisit TheHOPNerd.com to schedule a consultation, access free resources, snag some exclusive merch, and more.Sam, a unique blend of strategist and comedic creator, brings a fresh perspective to organizational improvement. He's not your typical consultant; he's The HOP Nerd, dedicated to highlighting the absurdity in our workplaces and workplace safety through his hilarious and insightful content. With a track record of helping hundreds of businesses successfully operationalize HOP, and teaching tens of thousands of people around the globe HOP concepts, Sam uses his comedic lens to expose the ineffectiveness of our more traditional approaches.Ready to take your organizations efforts around learning and improvement to the next level? Book Sam Goodman for consulting, speaking engagements, or to inject some much-needed thought and humor into your next event.Also Follow Sam on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHOPNerdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehopnerd/

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

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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The HOP Nerd LLC

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