Part 2: From DJ Booth to Safety Expert: Finding Purpose After Crisis
12/05/24 • 26 min
In the second part of this two-part series, Julian and Langdon continue their conversation with Mark Wilkinson, Director of Worldwide Business Development at Equilibria Services. Mark dives deeper into the transformative power of understanding personality diversity, exploring shifts in workplace culture post-COVID, the growing importance of mental health and the increasing openness of younger generations to holistic well-being. Mark and our hosts highlight the importance of embracing new tools and approaches, like personality profiling, to create safer, more connected work environments.
In the second part of this two-part series, Julian and Langdon continue their conversation with Mark Wilkinson, Director of Worldwide Business Development at Equilibria Services. Mark dives deeper into the transformative power of understanding personality diversity, exploring shifts in workplace culture post-COVID, the growing importance of mental health and the increasing openness of younger generations to holistic well-being. Mark and our hosts highlight the importance of embracing new tools and approaches, like personality profiling, to create safer, more connected work environments.
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Part 1: From DJ Booth to Safety Expert: Finding Purpose After Crisis
In this episode, Julian and Langdon are joined by Mark Wilkinson, Director of Worldwide Business Development at Equilibria Services! During their discussion, Mark shares his remarkable journey of resilience and reinvention. After losing his mobility and grappling with despair, he found purpose through recovery, culminating in his book Life Remixed. Transitioning from music to safety, Mark reflects on the challenges of managing high-stakes projects like the London Olympic Stadium and Heathrow Airport, revealing how understanding personality dynamics transformed his approach. This episode dives deep into lessons from adversity, the power of self-awareness and the revolutionary impact of personality diversity on workplace safety.
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Part 1: Managing Fatigue and Workforce Challenges in High-Risk Projects
In this episode, Julian and Langdon chat with Matt Gibson, a seasoned mechanical engineer and senior consultant at Carcharodon with over 20 years of experience working in high-hazard industries. During their conversation, Matt discusses the evolution of safety practices, from addressing slips and falls to behavioral safety, and highlights the varying safety standards worldwide. He dives into the complexities of managing large-scale maintenance turnaround projects, including workforce challenges, fatigue and the critical role of thorough planning. With practical tips and relatable anecdotes, Matt offers valuable lessons for navigating high-stakes, high-pressure environments.
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