Manufacturing Teamwork and Accountability: Leading with the Thermostat Mindset

November 12, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

Are you leading like a thermometer or a thermostat? If you spend most of your time reacting to problems around your plant, you might be a thermometer. You’re reacting and reflecting the mood and energy around you but not actually setting the tone for your team. To drive motivation and show up as a stronger … Read More

Culture Improvement Starts with Self-Awareness in Leadership

October 29, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

Change is inevitable. In our personal lives or professional environments, we all face moments that push us into uncomfortable territory. While change can be daunting, learning how to effectively navigate uncertainty and discomfort is essential for leaders who want to grow their mindset, shift from panic to curiosity, and show up as their best selves … Read More

Break the Blame Cycle: Approaches to Solving Problems

October 15, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

In today’s manufacturing environments especially in fast-paced operations. Strong leadership is less about having all the answers and more about asking the right questions. Leaders who foster curiosity instead of judgement are better equipped to uncover root causes, build trust, and drive long-term improvements. Here are four takeaways for manufacturing leaders looking to elevate performance … Read More

Closing the Generational Gap: What Manufacturing Leaders Must Get Right Now

October 1, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

The manufacturing workforce is always shifting, especially as millennials and Gen Z workers start to have a bigger impact. Generational differences can mean big challenges, but they’re also an opportunity for deeper conversations and creative solutions. By focusing on purpose, recognizing generational differences, and fostering open dialogue, you can create a culture where everyone feels … Read More

Why Your Team Lacks Motivation—And How You Can Improve It

September 17, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

Motivated teams don’t have to be a myth. With the right mindset and cultural changes, any leader can cultivate a motivated and engaged team. Three Strategies for Building Engagement and Driving Motivation #1. Inspire Others to Motivate Themselves While you can’t always motivate others, you can create a workplace environment where everyone feels inspired to … Read More

It’s time to embrace the power of curiosity and intention

September 3, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

Do you want drive results, retain your team, and create a culture where people show up and stick around? Then it’s time to embrace the power of curiosity and intention! Through asking question questions and fostering intentional conversations, you can find new ways to connect with your employees, create better results, and encourage a culture … Read More

Storytelling and Curiosity: The Secrets to Better Engagement

August 6, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

In modern manufacturing, many employees want more than just a paycheck—to truly feel engaged and show up as their best selves at work, they need to feel like they’re part of something bigger. This means that if you really want to build momentum, drive greater results, and find higher employee retention rates, you need to … Read More

Keep Talent, Crush Risks: The Power of Transparent Accountability

July 23, 2025By Trevor BlondeelArticles by Trevor, Leadership, Podcast Preview, Productivity

As the manufacturing industry continues to grow — and as the labor market gets tighter — it’s more important than ever for leaders to retain and engage their team members. But is it really possible to motivate your team and drive results without contributing to burnout or creating an unhealthy culture? The answer is YES … Read More