644: Resetting the Culture - Nathan Hight

Leadership Is Changing

What does it take to create a culture of safety that transforms leadership? In this conversation with Nathan Hight, co-founder of Safe365, you'll hear how proactive risk management can change workplaces and leadership. Drawing from his surf lifesaving experiences, Nathan redefines health and safety, focusing on physical risks and emotional well-being. He challenges leaders to balance knowledge and wisdom while connecting with a common purpose.

Want to rethink leadership and safety? Listen to Nathan's insights on making a real impact in your organization. Don't miss it!

Welcoming Nathan Hight and Safe365

• Nathan introduced Safe365, a company focused on creating proactive, safe work environments.
• He shares alarming statistics: 3.7 million annual work-related fatalities, emphasizing Safe365’s mission to improve safety for 100 million workers globally.

The Influence of Surf Lifesaving on Leadership

• Nathan recounts his formative years in surf lifesaving, during which time his leadership skills were honed through triumphant and tragic rescues.
• These experiences sparked his lifelong commitment to proactive risk management.

The Evolution of Health and Safety: Psychological Safety

• Nathan discusses the growing importance of psychological safety, which is as critical as traditional risks like asbestos.
• He stresses the connection between employees’ well-being and improved productivity.

Leadership Lessons: Connecting on a Common Purpose

• Nathan emphasizes the need for leaders to connect with people for a common purpose.
• Drawing from his experience in New Zealand and Australia, he highlights the role of emotional intelligence in leading change, particularly in high-risk sectors.

The Role of Wisdom in Leadership

• Nathan contrasts the abundance of knowledge with the scarcity of wisdom, urging leaders to think critically.
• He reflects on the value of mentorship and the need to pass leadership skills on to future generations.

Key Quotes:

"Leadership isn’t just about being operationally equipped; it’s about being emotionally equipped too." - Nathan Hight

"There’s an abundance of knowledge out there, but wisdom isn’t as easy to find." - Nathan Hight

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