The Power of Leadership and Communication

There is a big difference between managing and leading. Even though certain skills and elements are similar and cross-functional, managers focus on the execution of the company’s vision and direction to ensure goals are met. Leaders, on the other hand, are progressive entrepreneurial thinkers who set that vision and direction. Read More »

Effective communication is the lifeblood of any thriving society, organization, or relationship. It not only facilitates the exchange of information but also shapes the culture and behavior of individuals within a given context. Read More »

In this episode, Wes is joined by Greg Christensen, host of CMMSradio, for an in-depth discussion on all things CMMS. The episode covers Greg's background, how he began his podcast, and guidance for considering a CMMS and cutting through the noise to choose the right one. Read More »

If you want reliability excellence in your plant, you must do all the things outlined here and more. And you must do them well. True reliability leaders are as valuable as the franchise quarterback for an NFL team. Although they may be rare, with the right development and prioritization of organizational processes, these leaders can inspire their workforce to rise to their optimum level and ensure the company’s success in profit and reliability. Read More »

A leader shouldn’t be perfect, and I would say we should doubt a leader that never fails. A leader can make mistakes, but they should be conscious of them and use them as tools to help them learn and evolve into a better leader. That is the hallmark of any great leader. Read More »

In today’s workforce, there isn’t a shortage of available manpower. There’s a shortage on the knowledge side — basically, what amounts to a skills gap. We must identify that gap and apply the correct amount of training necessary to close that gap. If employees undergo specific training, it’s up to leadership to adapt any work processes to incorporate the results of training or process improvements instead of continuing to just do things as they’ve always been done. Read More »

In this episode of Mavens of Manufacturing, Meaghan Ziemba talks with Nicole Calhoun, a woman in STEM advocate and Owner/CEO of SC Calhoun Consulting. Calhoun helps professionals to fulfill their leadership development and professional growth goals by providing group training and one-on-one coaching services.

Leadership within industrial manufacturing sets the tone for the entire organization. Effective leaders understand that maintenance and reliability are not just cost centers but strategic assets that contribute to competitiveness, product quality, and overall operational excellence. Leaders who prioritize maintenance and reliability initiatives can shape a culture of continuous improvement and a strong focus on asset care. Read More »

To achieve reliability, we should lead people to focus on executing the two processes to effectively prevent failures and execute repair jobs in a safe, efficient, and thorough manner. How do we make this happen? Leadership and change management of people needs to be the main focus of our reliability improvements. Read More »

Overcoming resistance to digital transformation in a manufacturing plant can be a challenging task, but it is essential for staying competitive in an ever-evolving dynamic business environment. By clearly communicating the benefits of digital technologies, involving stakeholders in the process, implementing a CMMS, and starting small, manufacturing plants can effectively embrace digital transformation. Read More »