




Podcast - Mindfulness Manufacturing
Trevor Blondeel ran manufacturing facilities and was not always a very ‘Mindful’ leader. He didn’t have a resource like this when he was caught in the whirlwind of manufacturing.
Experience taught him that you can be assertive and drive accountability, and also be kind. Inspired by the desire to make manufacturing a better place to work, and improve the lives of their colleagues, this podcast was born.
His intriguing offsets and authentic guests provide new ways of thinking for his audience. Have a listen to this relaxed, candid format you can consume on your drive to work, or whenever you are just looking for a different perspective!


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.
In manufacturing, we’re all about meeting goals, staying productive, and keeping up with new and ever-changing technology and machinery. If you’re a busy manufacturing leader, it might feel impossible to balance your goals and your role in your plant with setting boundaries, prioritizing your energy, and avoiding burn-out.
But there is a way to create a sustainable path toward your goals—and you can find out more in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with guest Kathy Oneto. Kathy is a consultant, advisor, facilitator, and executive coach, who shares powerful lessons on how professionals can avoid burn-out, align their ambitions, and design sustainable paths toward success. She’s also the author of Sustainable Ambition: How to Prioritize What Matters to Thrive in Life and Work. In this episode, Kathy talks more about her book and shares actionable strategies for managing the intense pressures of manufacturing, establishing personal boundaries, maintaining energy, and finding real meaning at work.
2:43 – With the rise of modern technology, we often feel like we have to be “on” all the time, which leads to overload 4:08 – Humans can’t operate like machines 7:52 – In manufacturing, pressures like hitting targets and dealing with setbacks can quickly became unsustainable 8:36 – To find sustainability and align your ambitions, you need to make the right choices for yourself 10:00 – Just like machines, manufacturing leaders also need regular, preventative maintenance 16:06 – Language plays a key role in helping people clarify what really matters to them 17:09 Practice micro-reflections and intentional focus 19:49 – Learn to move beyond the stigma of taking breaks and allowing time for recovery
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Perfect Morning Mantra! I've incorporated this podcast as part of my morning routine before work and it is truly a fiery way to start my day. This will give the listener a refreshing perspective on managing and help prepare them for the day ahead.
Evan Pelton, Manager at NSG Pilkington


Love This Podcast!! All of the episodes contain a wealth of information, which I am able to implement in my everyday job duties! Do yourself a favour and start listening today!
Missy Jackson, TL A-Crew Supervisor, Nucor Tubular Products