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Shari Simpson Senior Manager Thought Leadership | Paylocity

Shari Simpson, strategic HR leader and SHRM-SCP, advises organizations on transformation, workforce planning, and culture, sharing insights on talent strategy, DEI, and leadership.

Joshua Shelton Threat Assessment Manager | FedEx

Joshua Shelton is a former detective and current Georgia DFCS Region IV Board Chair, Certified Threat Manager, and violence prevention advocate.

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Emerging Trends and Predatory Violence Prevention in the Workplace with Josh Shelton

Gain a deeper understanding of effective vs. predatory violence and its significance in the workplace.

Podcast

July 18, 2023

In this episode, host Shari Simpson interviews Josh Shelton, a guest who specializes in behavioral threat assessment. They discuss the difference between effective and predatory violence and why it's essential for HR professionals to understand this distinction. The guest uses the analogy of a cat encountering a strange dog to explain the concept of effective violence, which is a predictable response to a perceived threat. They emphasize that effective violence is common and often just posturing, whereas predatory violence can lead to disasters.