PAPod 580 - Start the Encounter Right: A 2026 Safety Reset

In this episode Todd Conklin reflects on entering 2026 by urging listeners to focus on how we begin interactions—at work and in life. He explains how starting encounters from a place of respect, psychological safety, and proper planning increases the chances of ending safely and builds stronger, more resilient organizations.Practical takeaways include prioritizing pre-job readiness, shifting from compliance to capacity, and choosing kindness over division to improve culture, safety, and outcomes.