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Available NOW! Starting Points +
Your favorite tool for operational learning is now more powerful than ever. Starting Points + expands on the original deck with 125 cards focused on the learning more about the realities of work. With more questions geared toward success, users will uncover hidden wins and spark the insightful conversations that drive real improvement.

The HOP Nerd
Jun 184 min read
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Sam Goodman Featured on "The Illusion of Safety Podcast"
he HOP Nerd LLC is thrilled to announce that its Founder and consultant, Sam Goodman, a globally recognized voice in Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) and safety, was recently a featured guest on the influential The Illusion of Safety Podcast.

The HOP Nerd LLC
Jun 21 min read
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The HOP Nerd LLC Partners with DEKRA for Centennial, Launching Limited-Edition Starting Point Cards
The partnership with DEKRA, a company with a century-long legacy of expertise and trust, serves to amplify the message that innovative learning solutions are key to achieving operational excellence.

The HOP Nerd LLC
May 282 min read
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Sam Goodman, The HOP Nerd, Featured on Environmental Transformation Podcast
We are pleased to announce that Sam Goodman, widely known as The HOP Nerd and host of The HOP Nerd Podcast, was recently a guest on the Environmental Transformation Podcast with host Sean Grady.

The HOP Nerd
May 272 min read
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Safety is the Presence of Positives... What Now? | Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Tired of just talking about Human & Organizational Performance and ready to actually do  something? This series delivers concrete ideas...

The HOP Nerd
May 267 min read
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Ask People What They Need... What Now? | Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Simply telling people what to do misses the point entirely. It ignores the deep expertise of those on the front lines, it can trigger immediate resistance, and critically, it fails to address the real challenges and barriers they face every single day. The procedure might be clunky, the tools might be subpar, the time pressure might make the "safe way" seem impossible. Just telling someone to "follow the rule" doesn't fix any of that.

The HOP Nerd
Apr 305 min read
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People Are The Solution... What Now? | Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Tired of just talking about Human & Organizational Performance  concepts and ready to actually do  something? This series delivers...

The HOP Nerd
Apr 245 min read
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We Had an Accident... What Now? | Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Leaders: Stop reacting to incidents and start responding. This post breaks down the HOP-focused CSCL framework (Care, Stabilize, Communicate, Learn) + the vital 'Pause' step for navigating post-event situations effectively.

The HOP Nerd LLC
Apr 235 min read
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How We Respond Matters... What Now? Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Reaction vs. Response? How your team handles failure MATTERS. Master HOP's crucial principle & stop blame culture! 💥 5 actionable steps for leaders to boost safety + learning.

The HOP Nerd
Apr 215 min read
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Learning is Vital... What Now? Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
We all hear it, nod along, maybe even say it ourselves: "Learning is vital." Especially in our complex, complicated, ever-changing workplaces, understanding how things really get done is crucial. We know this principle, one of the 5 Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles, is foundational.

The HOP Nerd
Apr 216 min read
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Context Drives Behavior... What Now? Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Sam Goodman, The HOP Nerd, continues the "What Now?" mini-series on The HOP Nerd Podcast! Tired of just talking about Human &...

The HOP Nerd
Apr 203 min read
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Blame Fixes Nothing... What Now? Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Tired of just talking about Human & Organizational Performance concepts and ready to actually do  something? This series is for you....

The HOP Nerd
Apr 206 min read
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Error is Normal... What Now? Applying Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
Tired of just talking about Human & Organizational Performance concepts and ready to actually do something? This series is for you. Each episode breaks down a key HOP principle and delivers concrete, practical actions you can take to operationalize it in your workplace.

The HOP Nerd LLC
Apr 202 min read
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Announcing the "What Now?" Podcast Mini-Series!
If you've spent any time learning about Human & Organizational Performance (HOP), you've likely had this moment... You've read the...

The HOP Nerd
Apr 144 min read
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Living Up to 'Learning is Vital' with Starting Points
In the world of Human and Organizational Performance, we know "Learning is Vital." It's not just something that happens; it's something....

The HOP Nerd
Apr 53 min read
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Growing HOP: A Quick Chat About Getting started with Human & Organizational Performance
So, you have decided to do things ‘differently’ in your organization. You have discovered Human & Organizational Performance, and you are r

The HOP Nerd LLC
Mar 3132 min read
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Putting Curiosity to Work: 3 Ways to Use Starting Points Operationally Curious Questions
Hey folks, Sam here, the person behind " Starting Points: Operationally Curious Questions, " you know, those card decks that get people...

The HOP Nerd
Mar 283 min read
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NOW AVAILABLE: Aren't You Curious? The Operationally Curious Leader
[Phoenix, Arizona] – [3-16-2025] – Sam Goodman of The HOP Nerd LLC, a leading voice in Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) and...

The HOP Nerd LLC
Mar 161 min read
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Everyday Operational Curiosity: The Story Behind Starting Points
We often talk about the importance of learning from normal work. Processes like Learning Teams are invaluable for deep dives after events or

The HOP Nerd LLC
Mar 113 min read
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Ready to Bring Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) to Life? Meet Sam Goodman
Is your organization looking to move beyond traditional approaches to safety and truly operationalize the principles of Human & Organization

The HOP Nerd
Feb 182 min read
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