Crista Vesel
Academic and safety communication specialist focused on how language influences learning and decision-making in safety-critical environments, co-author of Human & Organization Potential and developer of learning and language review methods.
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Jan 26, 2026 • 1h 2min
The Power of Words in Workplace Safety with Crista Vesel
Crista Vesel, an academic and safety communication specialist who studies how language shapes learning and decision-making. She discusses how common wording narrows inquiry and reinforces blame. She explains agentive language, why 'why' can shut down learning, and practical question techniques to open dialogue. She shares models and simple steps to change conversations and build environments where people speak up.
