55 Bottle up or blow up - Corrigan Electric on creating conversations with Troy Corrigan
Release Date: 12/29/2021
136 The Hidden Productivity Cost: Mental Health with Adam Nemer
Mindfulness Manufacturing
In manufacturing, mental health is not always at the forefront. But when you don’t pay attention to your team’s mental wellbeing, it can negatively affect your entire organization, leading to big issues from disconnected teams to high employee turnover. In this episode, find the insights you need to transform your organization’s approach to mental health with guest Adam Nemer. Adam is a former CFO and senior operations leader, whose own mental health struggles inspired him to start Simple Mental Health, an organization that partners with leaders to bring stigma-free mental health culture...
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135 Shifting from Blame to Solution in Manufacturing Teams with Darcy Luoma
Mindfulness Manufacturing
In manufacturing, it seems like it’s always go, go go! But what if we could take a moment to pause, think, and act a little more thoughtfully and intentionally? Learn what can happen in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with guest Darcy Luoma! Darcy is an author, consultant, and the creator of the Thoughtfully Fit approach, a dynamic and practical model for enhancing leadership capabilities, improving team dynamics, and navigating the complexities of leadership and teamwork. In this episode, she shares a deep dive into her Thoughtfully Fit method, plus shares other tips and lessons...
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134 Rethinking Shop Floor Time - Technical People are People Too with Emily Nichols
Mindfulness Manufacturing
In manufacturing, we often emphasize complex processes and new technologies, like artificial intelligence. But to bring true change and productivity to your organization, don’t forget about your people! In this episode, learn all about the balance of technical skills and human connection with guest Emily Nichols! As a professional engineer with decades of experiences in manufacturing and innovation, Emily has worked with organizations like PepsiCo, Janssen, and Henkel. She now works with organizations who want to strengthen the human skills they need to thrive in an increasingly technical...
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133 Using Your Big Sexy Idea to Differentiate Yourself with Mark Levy
Mindfulness Manufacturing
In the busy field of manufacturing, how do you make yourself stand out? Find out in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with Mark Levy. Mark is a “differentiation expert,” who helps his clients find bold, innovative ways to showcase their big ideas and differentiate themselves from the competition. Mark has worked with dozens of corporations, brands, and thought leaders, including Simon Sinek, Amazon, Harvard Business School, and Major League Baseball, as well as leaders from government bodies like the United Nations. In this episode, Mark talks more about the importance of...
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132 The Power of Leadership in Addressing Bullying and Cultivating Civility with Dr. Renee Thompson
Mindfulness Manufacturing
In manufacturing, it’s easy to get stuck in the four walls of our organization. But when you look beyond your organization—and even beyond your industry—you can find the insights and lessons you need to transform your leadership, improve your culture, and show up for your team! In this episode, hear from outside the manufacturing industry with Dr. Renee Thompson! Renee is the CEO & Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute and works with healthcare organizations to cultivate a professional workforce by addressing bullying and incivility. Renee has authored several books and is one...
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131 How to Take Your Team From Disconnected to Alignment with Mark Kenny
Mindfulness Manufacturing
When your team is aligned, it leads to more productivity, higher morale, and a healthier workplace . . . and on the flip side, a misaligned team can contribute to issues like high turnover or an inability to attract or keep great new team members. What can leaders do to enhance teamwork and bring more functionality to their organization? In this episode, Mark Kenny gives the solutions! Mark is a speaker, consultant, and expert in team building and leadership. He’s also the author of The Hippo Solution: Eliminate the Territorial Thinking and Unleash the Power of Teams, which focuses on how...
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130 Empowering Frontlines Leaders with Lessons from the Drive-Thru with Monica Rothgery
Mindfulness Manufacturing
What does a Taco Bell drive-thru have to do with manufacturing? Fast-food and manufacturing have more in common than you might think—and in her newest book Lessons from the Drive-Thru: Real Life Wisdom for Frontline Leaders, former Taco Bell general manager Monica Rothergy shares real-life stories to help leaders lead with ease, authenticity, and vulnerability, whether they’re working in a drive-thru or a manufacturing plant. Monica recently came by the Mindfulness Manufacturing to talk more about her book and the career path that took her from a Taco Bell general manager to the first...
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129 Harnessing Productivity with More Mindfulness with Sarah Ohanesian
Mindfulness Manufacturing
In manufacturing, there’s a big link between productivity and mindfulness—and shifting to a more mindful approach just might be the key you need to unlock your team’s productivity, decreasing burnout, and creating a happier workplace for all. Find out more in this episode with guest Sarah Ohanesian! Sarah is a professional keynote speaker and productivity consultant on a mission to fight burnout and increase happiness at work. She works with busy professionals who are career-driven but face work-life imbalance, stress, and overwhelm. In this episode, Sarah draws on her own experiences...
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128 Using People Power to Transform Organizations with Hugh Hornsby
Mindfulness Manufacturing
There’s power in your people—and if you learn to harness it, it can transform your organization! Learn more in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with guest Hugh Hornsby, the vice president of Everflow Supplies. With a long career and a remarkable track record of turning around struggling businesses—and his own unique journey of surviving a life-changing head injury—Hugh has great stories and insights. In his episode, he shares more about the success of Everflow and his personal journey, and gives insights leaders can use to transform their hiring process, practice everyday...
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127 Stories for Leading with Curiosity and Empathy with Shane Zutz
Mindfulness Manufacturing
What’s the secret to retaining your team members and creating an organization where people love to work? DigiKey, an electronic component manufacturing organization in Thief River Falls, Minnesota has it all figured out—and Shane Zutz, DigiKey’s vice president of human resources, is here to share the stories and insights behind DigiKey’s success! In this episode, Shane shares stories highlighting the importance of curiosity, empathy, and leadership presence, and offers simple-yet-powerful strategies manufacturing leaders can put into action to build trust, accountability, and...
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3:20 – the foundation of Corrigan Electric and how it all started, from college to the 4-year apprenticeship program, and decided to get involved in IEC leadership
6:25 – electricians are hands on, and young people can come out debt free, and make great money. Need for the industry is here to stay, look at electric vehicles
9:20 – need to be creative to keep employees
11:25 – cannot throw money to keep people, it is about the personalities, where do you want to be regarding culture
13:02 – they must know you care, by asking questions and being involved with them, open door process and be part of the team. What can we do to help?
14:35 – remind us of what we were taught, recognize when someone needs support, and what action may come out of that conversation. What’s going on? Bottled up or blow up.
17:00 – we are all working on how we show up, we are all human. Not just for me, it is for my team that I need to work on myself, learning skills in Leading with Emotional Intelligence
19:02 – conversations create a different experience and that creates culture
19:30 – love the discussions with staff, you always learn something about the person
20:02 – getting aligned with brother and partner Shawn, game changer
21:15 – we must be able to take the feedback from each other, having conversations to call each other out, better result for the team be the role model
21:35 – Trevor personal example of still missing signs, and the power of having someone to call you out
23:45 - gotta invest and take the time and you will have the outcome, and act on what you are learning or being reminded of. Helped me learn and listen. You probably don’t think you need it.
25:15 – stay in the zone, practice what you preach, and realize we all make mistakes
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