The Power of Presence and Connection in Manufacturing Leadership
To transform your organization, start with your people! Everyone in your organization has unique gifts, and if you can find a way to harness their potential, you can grow your organization, improve your hiring processes, and build stronger, more connected teams.
Hugh Hornsby, the vice president of Everflow Supplies, is an expert in the power of people. He’s turned around ten businesses, plus has experienced his own personal journey of potential and strength after experiencing a life-changing head injury and epilepsy diagnosis. He recently came onto the Mindfulness Manufacturing podcast to share his unique story, plus offered great insights leaders can use to identify and harness the power of their people.
- Start with Your Own Mindset. To find the best in others—and in yourself—you need to grow your mindset. Instead of focusing on labels and judgement, approach your team members with curiosity. Have vulnerable conversations and be willing to hear from new perspectives, especially in times of conflict or disagreement. With a more progressive mindset, you’ll be able to find out the desires, goals, and needs of your team, which helps you find the best way to unlock their true potential.
- Invest in Your People. At every step of the way, invest in your people! When you take the time to get to know others, it makes them feel appreciated and motivated. As a result, they’ll show up every day ready in invest their own time and energy in your organization. This creates a stronger, healthier, and more productive workplace for all.
- Value People, Not Resumes. Harnessing the power of your people starts at the hiring stage. When you’re looking for a new team member, don’t just look at resumes. Instead, focus on people. Think about personality and culture, and you’ll be more likely to find the ideal fit for your team and organization.
Bonus: Actionable Insights
- Invest in Yourself. Continuous personal growth doesn’t stop at any age. Hugh’s advice on reprogramming your mindset can rekindle a passion for self-improvement.
- Building Genuine Relationships. Taking a non-transactional approach in relationships fosters trust and loyalty in professional settings.
- Practice Daily Gratitude. Incorporating a gratitude practice can shift your perspective, reduce workplace stress, and enhance your overall quality of life.
Learn More on the Podcast
To hear more stories and insights from Hugh Hornsby, check out his episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing here.