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Making an effort to be optimistic "can improve our lives dramatically," says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who offers two habits that help him stay positive when pessimism tries to creep in. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

“Have you ever felt that way, as though you were an imposter at work who, one day, would be found out?” asks veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who offers a few tactics he uses to help reduce anxiety about not feeling “good enough.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk offers tips on how talk back to yourself when unproductive thoughts are getting in your way. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

How well do you deal with the unexpected? Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk shares how you can "pump up your flexibility muscle" to better handle life's twists and turns. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk explains how employees can use their senses to help them perform better at work. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

Working with a spirit of service can have “a profound influence on your attitude and feelings,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who encourages readers this month to “make a regular habit of asking employees how you can help them.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

Your expectations can shade all aspects of your life, says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who explains why “unrealistic expectations aren’t what usually hold us back – it’s the belief we can’t fulfill a big dream.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk talks about the natural reaction to bristle against unsolicited advice, and how to learn to appreciate it. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's monthly column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk discusses how curiosity can help increase your influence and encourage workers to “open up to you about work-related concerns and ideas.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's December column

In this month's column and podcast, Richard Hawk urges us to put down our phones to open the door to more face-to-face conversation. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's November column

Surprised at the results of a recent poll conducted by Safety+Health, veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk explains why he can “confidently can say that being a professional involved in the safety and health field for more than 35 years has given me more rewards than frustrations.” Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's October column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk offers readers two techniques he uses when confronted with excuses. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's September column

This month, Richard Hawk offers tips on making people feel special, a practice that helps with all your relationships and aids in your own success. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes Read Richard Hawk's August column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk discusses how you can reduce frustration and anger by making better choices about the way you react when things don’t go your way. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's July column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk explains why "a morning routine with healthy habits leads to a more fulfilling and productive day." Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's June column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk offers tips for visualizing the story of how things are going to be in your work and life. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes.

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk discusses two strategies he uses to "get over the little things." Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Read Richard Hawk's April column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk asks, “What is it that makes you happy, particularly during the many hours you spend performing your job as a safety and health professional?” and shares a list of things he does to help make himself happier. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the .mp3 file. Read Richard Hawk's March column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk offers tips for working with difficult people because "as safety and health professionals, dealing with all kinds of individuals is an important part of our job." Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the .mp3 file. Read Richard Hawk's February column

Veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk describes an approach – the 180-degree technique – he’s using to set new goals and habits. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the .mp3 file. Read Richard Hawk's January column