How Art and Industry Intersect: Visual Literacy in the Workplace

I was joined recently by Doug Pontsler, chairman of the Center for Visual Expertise (COVE), to discuss how visual literacy can revolutionize corporate safety and performance. Visual literacy isn’t just about appreciating art; it’s about improving how we see and interpret the world around us—a skill with direct, real-world applications in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and more.

Doug shares his journey from a corporate leader with no art background to an advocate for using art-based techniques to prevent workplace hazards. By teaching employees to "see" more accurately, COVE’s workshops—often held in museums—help businesses identify risks before they escalate into problems. Participants leave with practical tools to improve safety and performance, leading to an average 35-40% improvement in identifying workplace hazards and implementing corrective actions.

If you're curious how visual literacy can create a safer, more effective work environment, tune in to this eye-opening conversation.

Key Takeaways:

- Visual Literacy’s Power: Learn how art education tools can be applied in the workplace to see and interpret hazards more effectively.

- Immersive Training: Workshops conducted in museums provide hands-on learning that’s immediately applicable.

Real Impact: Organizations that implement visual literacy see a 35-40% improvement in hazard identification and corrective action.

Don't miss this unique conversation on how the arts can drive innovation and safety in corporate environments. Listen now and explore how visual literacy can transform your approach to problem-solving.