PinnedRon ButcherWhy It’s Time to Move on from Maslow: Embracing Self-Determination Theory for Modern Workplace…Hey there! Today, I want to chat about something that’s been on my mind for a while — Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. You know, that famous…4d ago4d ago
PinnedRon ButcherSurvival in Motion: Integrating Space and Time for Dynamic HOP StrategiesLikely owing to my experiences and background in survival, I’ve long recognized the wisdom of Weick & Sutcliffe’s principles of high…Aug 6Aug 6
PinnedRon ButcherThe Benefits of Failing Together: A Foundation for Survival and Organizational ExcellenceIn high-risk environments, the concept of “failing together” is not just a strategy but a survival mindset. Having served in the US Coast…Jul 5Jul 5
PinnedRon ButcherSurviving Safety: Building Foundations for Operational ResilienceIn today’s high-risk industries, achieving safety is often seen as the ultimate goal. However, safety without a foundation of survival is…Jul 13Jul 13
Ron ButcherPursuing Safety at the Expense of Survival: A Balanced Approach for Thriving in Complexity and…When it comes to safety, it’s crucial to understand that safety is a means to an end, not the end itself. Safety is a tool designed to help…5d ago5d ago
Ron ButcherThe Dehumanizing Legacy of Scientific Management in Safety PracticesWhen I talk about dehumanizing in the context of safety management, I’m referring to the way certain management practices strip away the…6d ago6d ago
Ron ButcherWhat Don’t We Know?In my flying experiences with the USCG and USMC, in addition to discussing the mission, equipment configuration, on-scene expectations and…Jul 29Jul 29
Ron ButcherSurvival Over Safety: Confronting the Binary Reality of RiskWhen we consider the potential outcomes of even low-risk activities, it becomes clear that a survival mindset and strategies are essential…Jul 22Jul 22
Ron ButcherIntegrity Matters: The Bedrock of Safety and Survival in High-Risk IndustriesImagine a world where corners are cut, warnings are ignored, and honesty is optional. In such a scenario, the very fabric of trust and…Jul 191Jul 191
Ron ButcherThe Power of Preparedness: Survival as a Safety StrategyBased on my real-world experiences over four decades in a variety of high-hazard industries, I’ve come to understand that while safety and…Jul 181Jul 181