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Making the Connection: Creating Company Mental Health Advocates
In this article from EHS Today , Stephen Dummit shares insights on the critical role of connection in addressing mental health challenges in construction. The piece explores how frontline leaders can become powerful advocates for psychological safety in high-pressure environments. Full Article: https://www.ehstoday.com/health/blog/55321808/making-the-connection-creating-company-mental-health-advocates
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What Does My Current Role Really Require of Me?
It’s a simple question for sure, but one that can uncover a lot:What does my current role require of me? Most of us think we know the...
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Granite Connections: Psychological Safety and Mental Resilience
Featured in Granite Construction’s Internal Magazine, Connections Tradewinds’ own Stephen Dummit teamed up with Granite’s Brandon Carlson...
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I Am Right: How Ego Blocks Connection and Safety
In this compelling close to Ore-atory’s “Talk is Tough” mental health series, host Lindsey Schultz sits down with Stephen Dummit of...
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Only I Have the Answers: The Loneliness of Leadership
In this installment of Ore-atory: Elevating Mining Minds, host Lindsey Schultz continues the “Talk is Tough” mental health series with...
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No Mistakes Allowed: Breaking the Perfectionism Trap
In this episode, we dive deep into overcoming the stigma of “You’re Not Allowed to Make Mistakes” and explore how embracing errors can...
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You Have to Earn Your Spot: Challenging the Silence Around Worth
In the first episode of Ore-atory’s Mental Health Month series, host Lindsey Schultz sits down with Stephen Dummit, founder of Tradewinds...
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Talk Is Tough: Kicking Off Mental Health Month in Mining & Trades
Talk Is Tough: Kicking Off Mental Health Month in Mining & Trades with guest Stephen Dummit, Co-Founder of Tradewinds Leadership In the...
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Transforming Into a Boutique Consultancy with Tradewinds Leadership
We dove into an insightful conversation on creating a consulting company that addresses leadership, mental health, and communication with...
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COMMUNICATING TO DIRECT VS. COMMUNICATING TO CONNECT
As leaders, every conversation we have serves a purpose. But are we just giving orders and action? Or to build trust and connect?
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Are Your Company Values Aspirational or Actionable?
Company values are often displayed prominently on office walls, websites, and mission statements. But are they truly guiding behavior, or ar
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The Four Stigma Lies
Strong teams don’t just happen—they’re built through trust, communication, and a culture where people feel safe to speak up.
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The Hidden Cost of "Negative Coping Mechanisms"
We all have coping mechanisms. Some help us build resilience—others just numb the stress for a while. The difference? One makes you...
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Why Resilience Matters Right Now for High-Pressure Industries
THE DISCONNECT CRISIS: WHY RESILIENCE IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER If you’re working in a high-pressure industry, you already know...
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The 3 Biggest Labor Fears – And How Resilience Training Can Help
In 2025, labor-related concerns are at the forefront of business leaders' agendas. The three most pressing issues are: FEAR #1: TALENT...
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Building Strong Teams and Leadership in Trades
There's a shift happening across high-pressure industries – psychological safety is no longer "nice to have" skills, but critical to leaders
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Image vs. Identity: What Defines You?
In a world where perception often dictates reality, the tension between image and identity has never been more relevant. From social media t
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