3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived The predicted apocalypse during the lockdown was a fear tactic used to control people. The lockdowns were exaggerated and imposed unnecessary restrictions on personal freedoms. The fear of societal collapse and extreme measures were a way to manipulate public behavior and enforce compliance. The lockdowns caused more harm than […]
Episode 11: Cash Flow, New Product Development, and Generational Changes in Manufacturing.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived Managing cash flow is crucial for small manufacturers, especially during turbulent times. Cash flow ensures that a business can meet its immediate financial obligations, such as paying suppliers, employees, and overhead costs. Without adequate cash flow, a manufacturer may struggle to maintain operations, leading to potential disruptions in production […]
Episode 10 : Plant Management, Advanced Planning, and Faith.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived During the government lockdown, our team demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability. We maintained operations without shutting down by prioritizing safety, ensuring a robust supply chain, and implementing rigorous cleaning protocols. Firstly, we proactively adopted safety measures, including social distancing, mandatory mask-wearing, and regular health checks. This helped protect our […]
Episode 9 – Positive Mindset, Moving Forward, and Personal Discipline
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. Maintaining a Positive Mindset Maintaining a positive mindset is crucial for small manufacturers facing challenges. It helps you stay resilient and adaptable, enabling you to find innovative solutions and seize opportunities even in tough times. Positivity fosters a proactive approach, reducing stress and boosting morale among your team. […]
Becoming Your Own Guru: A Path to Self-Mastery
In today’s fast-paced world, the idea of becoming your own guru is both empowering and essential. It means taking charge of your personal growth and guiding yourself towards a fulfilling life. Here’s how you can embark on this journey: 1. Self-Reflection Start by setting aside time for self-reflection. This could be through journaling, meditation, or […]
Episode 8 – Supply Chain is King, Incremental improvements are essential, and growth requires change.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. Supply chain is King. During challenging times, the supply chain is crucial for small and medium-sized manufacturing companies. It ensures the timely delivery of raw materials and products, helping maintain production schedules and meet customer demands. Efficient supply chain management minimizes disruptions, reduces costs, and enhances flexibility, allowing […]
Episode 7 – Strategic Buying, Not Staying Paralyzed, Good Financial Decisions
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. Strategic Buying For small manufacturing companies, strategic buying is especially important to mitigate risks during challenging times. These companies often operate with tighter budgets and fewer resources, making efficient purchasing decisions critical. Strategic buying involves selecting reliable suppliers who can provide consistent quality and timely deliveries. By building […]
Episode 6 – The Business Thrived During the Shutdown, Finding New Resources, Did Not Shut Down, Ever.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. The Business Thrived During the Shutdown The global shutdown posed significant challenges for businesses across all sectors. Yet, many small manufacturers demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability, managing not only to survive but to thrive during this period. One key factor in their success was the ability to pivot […]
Episode 5 – New Product Design + Expanded Sales, Internet Visibility, Connection with the workforce.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. New Product Design + Expanded Sales This is where the rubber meets the road. New product offerings and an expanded sales force to spread the word proved essential during the most challenging times of the destructive government lockdown. New product development follows the same adage about the best […]
Episode 4 – Winning the mental game. Building team depth. Improving relationships with market makers.
3 Strategies from Leaders that Thrived 1. Winning the mental game. Building healthy mental habits to prepare for challenging times. The pressures and rapid changes we’ve all experienced in the last 5 years would rival the most challenging times in history. Sure, other amazing human achievements dot the historical landscape to the beginning of time; […]