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Chris Taylor: Driving Behavior Change with the Actionable Platform

We have all been there. We set a goal full of enthusiasm and good intentions, only to find our motivation fizzling out a few weeks later. Whether it is a New Year’s resolution to exercise more, a promise to ourselves to eat healthier, or a commitment to be more productive at work, turning good intentions […]

How to Assess Your Leaders’ Level of Confidence in Their Leadership Skills

Having self-assured leaders is more important than ever. Organizations thrive when their leaders possess the self-confidence to make tough decisions, inspire their teams, and navigate challenges effectively. But how can you accurately assess your leaders’ confidence levels and contribute to their success?

William El-Khouri: Achieving Operational Excellence Through Resilient Leadership

Companies are constantly seeking ways to improve their operations and gain an edge. This is where operational excellence comes in. Operational excellence is a philosophy that emphasizes continuous improvement and the pursuit of optimal efficiency and effectiveness in all business processes.

How to Assess Change Readiness in Your Organization

Whether implementing new technologies, shifting processes, or adjusting leadership strategies, assessing your organization’s readiness for change is a crucial first step in ensuring a successful transition. Without this readiness, efforts to adopt new initiatives can lead to confusion, employee resistance, and poor outcomes.

Ayesha Shah: Rewriting Narratives for Personal and Professional Growth

Do you ever feel trapped by your thoughts, held back by invisible barriers constructed from your own beliefs? In a recent episode of the Accelerating Operational Performance podcast, Ayesha Shah, a renowned people and culture executive, speaker, and author, joined host Greg Schinkel to explore how to break free from these self-imposed limitations.

Building a Strong Employer Brand Through Employee Development

In this highly competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent has become more challenging than ever. One of the most powerful ways companies can stand out is by building a strong employer brand, and a key driver of that brand is employee development.

Vince Vlaminck on EHS Leadership: Shifting from Compliance to Culture

There is a great deal of work organizations need to go through to change Employee Health and Safety (EHS) from simple compliance to a deeply ingrained culture of safety. We spoke with Vince Vlaminck, a seasoned leader at Kautex, on the Accelerating Operational Performance podcast.

HR Training Solutions for the Modern Manufacturing Workforce

In the manufacturing sector, training tends to focus on developing one of two types of skills: technical skills and soft skills. Technical skills focus on the specific tasks, machinery, equipment, and processes involved in the job, while soft skills, commonly referred to as “people skills,” include skills like communication, conflict resolution, and collaboration.

Michael Kerr: Why Culture is the Ultimate Driver of Success

We were fortunate to engage in a conversation on the Accelerating Operational Performance podcast with Michael Kerr, an acclaimed speaker and author who emphasizes the transformative impact of a positive culture on all facets of a company’s operations.

Developing Future Leaders Within Your Warehouse

Effective leadership is not just a nice-to-have—it is the linchpin that holds everything together. The ability to inspire, motivate, and guide teams toward common goals separates high-performing warehouses from those that merely get by.