The True Cost of an Incident (It’s More Than You Think)

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🎧 Show Description

Most people only see the bandages and paperwork. But the real cost of an incident? It’s buried in downtime, morale, turnover, and lost trust.

In this solo episode, Sheldon Primus breaks down the hidden economics of injury, the difference between direct vs. indirect costs, and why most companies underestimate what one single mishap really costs. You’ll walk away ready to talk ROI like a CFO—and protect your job like a pro.

🎧 Episode Length: 17:39