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3 Skills to Improve Your Logistics Supervisor Abilities

We’re diving into something important for anyone overseeing a manufacturing floor or warehouse. Being a logistics supervisor is a complex job, one with a ton of moving parts. You’re essentially the central conductor for the entire flow of goods, from the moment materials arrive to when the finished product ships out. This high level of […]

Ysni Semsedini: The Journey of a People-Focused CEO

The Power of a Purpose-Driven Career What does it really take to climb the career ladder and find deep fulfillment in your work? For many of us, the path feels more like a winding road than a straight line. We might start with a specific goal, but along the way, face unexpected turns, challenges, and […]

Three Strategies to Create a Sense of Urgency on Your Manufacturing Team

Let’s be clear—this isn’t about running around in a panic or pushing your team to the point of burnout. Instead, it’s about building a positive, forward momentum that helps everyone on your team feel a sense of purpose and achievement.

How to Improve the Relationship Between Corporate Support Functions and Manufacturing Operations

Combating Organizational Distractions The famous expression “squirrel!” perfectly captures how a new idea or distraction can instantly pull your attention away from your primary tasks. While this can happen on a personal level, it can also be an issue within large companies, especially in manufacturing and operations.

Back to School for Supervisors

It’s that time of year again—the kids are heading back to school. But what about you? Should you go back to school as a supervisor? It’s a great opportunity to commit to becoming a more effective leader for your team.

James Coolidge: Four Insights for Leaders Navigating Uncertainty and Driving Opportunity in Manufacturing

The mandate on the Accelerating Operational Performance podcast has always been clear: to help you improve in your current role, position you for future promotion, accelerate your projects, and generally help you get more done with less stress.

Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes Made By Newly Promoted Frontline Leaders

Risen from the ranks? Transitioning into a supervisory role is a milestone that’s often marked by a mix of excitement and trepidation—that uncertainty that comes with taking on a new challenge. Many newly promoted leaders, typically elevated from within based on their exceptional technical skills,

Dean Crawford: Leadership Development for Peak Operational Performance

Let’s talk about the impact of strong leadership on a company’s overall success and operational performance. Achieving peak efficiency and sustained growth isn’t merely about processes or technology; it’s fundamentally about the capabilities of your people and, more specifically, your leaders. This is why robust leadership development initiatives are important.

How Manufacturing Supervisors Can Engage Their Employees

“Engagement” is one of those fluffy, abstract buzzwords that you hear a lot these days. It can be challenging to define such an abstract term, let alone actually implement or improve it.

Reeve Southam: A Human-Centered Approach to Optimizing Manufacturing Processes

In manufacturing organizations, the pursuit of efficiency and operational excellence is a constant. For decades, the focus has often been on machines, data, and processes, but another perspective is transforming how companies achieve their goals.