Forward Pressure for Courageous Leadership.

The author reflects on what it takes to develop strong leaders in occupational safety. Topics include dissatisfaction and courage as two critical attributes that fit into a strong leadership mix, a statement from Doctor Robert Jarvik, inventor of the artificial heart, regarding change-oriented leaders, and how to achieve a balance between "forward pressure" and preserving existing policies including making fear an ally, changing one's viewpoint and solving long-standing injury problems.