Mindfulness Manufacturing
Our show is about providing listeners with real stories that come from a place of experience, transparency, and authenticity. Most importantly it’s about what we learn from these stories and applying Mindfulness in our everyday work and personal lives.
Our intention is to create an environment where people can learn through open honest discussions on how we apply Mindfulness. Although our experiences and stories come from time in a manufacturing environment hence the title “Mindfulness Manufacturing”, we still see our discussions and topics relatable to any organization or profession.
Strong manufacturing leadership isn’t just about process improvement or hitting production targets. It’s about how we show up for people on the shop floor—and if you’re ready to transform your leadership and change how you show up for your team, the first step is leaning into discomfort.
Learn more with guest Reggie Davis, the founder of UpLift Coaching and Consulting and the author of Better Together: Embracing the Discomfort of Difference. With over two decades of leadership experience, Reggie helps people navigate the hard-but-necessary conversations they need to forge lasting connections and drive deeper change. In this episode, Reggie explores how leaning into tough conversations can strengthen manufacturing culture, team engagement, and employee retention. He also shares practical insights on coaching in manufacturing, building psychological safety, and developing stronger frontline leadership habits that drive both performance and trust.
From plant managers to supervisors, anyone responsible for production leadership or safety culture will take away new ways to improve communication, foster accountability, and create a more connected workplace where better people create better parts.
1:15 – Inclusive leadership and authentic communication improves teamwork, safety, and innovation 3:21 – Discomfort can be a valuable tool for growth 4:33 – Better people create better parts 5:19 – Great leaders focus on results and relationships 6:22 – When you welcome diverse perspectives, you drive teamwork and improve your processes 8:09 – For better conversations, replace “why” with “tell me more.” 13:50 – Be aware of how everyday language impacts morale and inclusion on the plant floor 17:30 – Invest in your people through coaching, frontline leadership, and communication training 19:31 – Stay focused on growth, even when the path is uncomfortable 20:40 – Conversations and self-awareness are key to sustainable manufacturing innovation 22:06 – To drive continuous improvement culture, lead with humility and openness 26:39 – Always remember the human side of manufacturing excellence to build trust, reduce turnover, and create a stronger sense of belonging across teams
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