Embracing Imperfection: A Journey to Authentic Leadership bettertogether developing people human skills leadership Feb 14, 2024

Brace yourselves for a captivating episode of "Real Talk Food Safety with Jill & Tia," featuring the incredible Katy Jones from Trustwell. Join us to explore the critical leadership competencies that Katy has found to transcend the ordinary. From the transformative power of vulnerability to the authenticity that fuels effective leadership, Katy will guide us through a dynamic conversation that promises both professional and personal insights.

Join us for a thoughtful discussion that...

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Perspectives on DEIB In Food Safety belonging food safety culture human skills inclusive leadership Feb 07, 2024

Get ready for a groundbreaking episode of "Real Talk Food Safety with Jill & Tia" as we shine a spotlight on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the dynamic world of the food and beverage industry. Joining us is a stellar panel of experts: Damarys Del Castillo of Sigma, Jason Brill of QA and Food Safety Magazine, Larry Keener of International Product Safety Consultants, and Sarah Reyes of Taylor Farms. Each brings a unique perspective and wealth of experience to the discussion.

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Partnering with HR for Your Development business partner developing people food safety culture human skills leadership takesavillage Feb 01, 2024

Join us on this episode of "Real Talk Food Safety with Jill & Tia" for an enriching conversation with Stephanie Vitrano, the Founder of Bay Visions Consulting, LLC. Stephanie is not just a seasoned professional; she's a trusted strategic business advisor and thought partner, renowned for delivering tangible growth results to leaders, teams, and organizations.

With over a decade of hands-on experience guiding leaders and teams as they navigate corporate business transitions, Stephanie...

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In Over Their Head: When a Team Member isn’t Ready developing people expectations food safety culture leadership powerful conversations takesavillage Jan 24, 2024

Join Jill and Tia on the next episode of "Real Talk Food Safety" as they delve into the crucial topic of team members not being fully prepared for their roles. In this insightful discussion, our seasoned hosts will explore the signs and situations that indicate when a team member might not be ready for the responsibilities at hand. Drawing from their extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, Jill and Tia will share practical insights on how to navigate through these scenarios...

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On the Fly! continuous learning developing people food safety culture leadership powerful conversations Jan 17, 2024

This week is On the Fly! Join us to ask questions, share insights and engage in unstructured conversation around people, culture and all things food safety and quality. It's amazing what can grow when there's space!

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

 

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Exploring Women in Science belonging developing people food safety culture inclusive leadership takesavillage Jan 03, 2024

Brace yourselves for an extraordinary episode of "Real Talk Food Safety with Jill & Tia" as we welcome a trailblazing leader in the food safety realm, Kara Mikkelson of ChemStation, to the virtual stage! Recognized for her exceptional contributions, Kara stands as a beacon of innovation and unparalleled support in the food safety and sanitation space. Join us for an enlightening discussion as Kara shares her insights into the evolving landscape of food safety, sanitation, and women in...

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Escaping the Hedonic Treadmill in the Food Industry developing people food safety culture human skills leadership mindset values Dec 06, 2023

Get ready for a mind-bending exploration on the next episode of Real Talk Food Safety with Jill & Tia as we dive into the intriguing realm of the "Hedonic Treadmill." Join us for a fascinating discussion that unravels the concept suggesting that, much like a treadmill, our pursuit of happiness never quite stops, but rather resets to a baseline. How does this phenomenon impact professionals in the dynamic world of food and beverage?

Discover why the Hedonic Treadmill may be influencing...

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How Recall Readiness Mirrors Leadership expectations financial food industry food safety food safety culture leadership risk management values Nov 29, 2023

Get ready for another sizzling episode of Real Talk Food Safety! ‍ Discover how an organization's recall readiness status is a direct reflection of its leadership strength. In this must-watch episode, we'll unravel the intricate connection between leadership maturity and the ability to navigate the challenging landscape of food recalls. Join us this week as we dive into the heart of the matter with a seasoned expert in food recall readiness - Stephanie Weinand of Recall InfoLink. Our...

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The Leadership Paradox: Why Culture Change Doesn’t Stick coaching continuous learning developing people food safety culture leadership technical leadership Nov 26, 2023

You've heard it time and again: team members aren’t engaged and they want a better work culture. As a leader, you implement surveys, listening sessions, and food safety celebration days...only to have similar survey results from the next year. Leaders are understandably confused as to what team members really want.  Sound familiar? This cycle of failed culture change is what is called the leadership paradox.  What gives? ‍

The issue is that many leaders still do the same...

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

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

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Five Keys for Unlocking Your Leadership human skills leadership learning series technical leadership values Nov 08, 2023

Self-reflection is the cornerstone of shaping the culture you envision for your organization. Join us as we explore this fundamental truth about unraveling the powerful connection between self-awareness, personal growth, and the culture we create as leaders. We’ll dive into practical insights on how self-reflection can be harnessed as a potent tool in crafting the positive food safety culture we all aspire to have. Get ready to gain valuable insights, share experiences, and discover the...

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Food Safety Culture or Climate? Nov 01, 2023

New perspectives help us solve food safety problems.  That’s why we’re thrilled to have Dr. Ben Miller from The Acheson Group on the show!  Ben has worked in the area of food safety and public health for almost 20 years. He’s worked at the crossroads of outbreak investigations and food regulations with a constant interest in understanding ways that government, academia, and industry can partner to improve food safety.  More recently, Ben has focused on food...

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