Confronting the Harsh Reality of Uncertainty
“In this world, nothing can be certain but death and taxes,” a quote attributed to a letter written by Benjamin Franklin in 1789, certainly applies [...]
6 Communication Tips to Strengthen Your Company’s Culture
Humans are great but imperfect creatures. To convey meaning, we must talk. While ants work consistently as part of their queen’s hivemind, we get tripped up [...]
Automation in Manufacturing is Here to Stay, But that Doesn’t Mean Jobs Must Go Away
If you have a job in the manufacturing industry, the headlines about job loss due to technical advancements—the automation of processes that used to be [...]
Co-Opting Startup Culture: It’s More Than Just Bells and Whistles
Companies of all sizes and in all industries, including manufacturing, are taking cues from startups when developing their corporate culture. Some think it's all about [...]
I Walk So That Others Can Live
Every year in seven cities, thousands of men and women gather to walk 60 miles over the course of three days. Since 2003, the Susan G. [...]
5 Reasons to Invest in Associate Education and Development
Imagine this: Your team is performing well, your projections are on track, and everyone seems happy. Is this when you would invest in staff development? [...]
Gaining Customer Insight: A View From the Top
Face-to-face interactions are mandatory if you really want to know your customers. Top executives know that customers are more than an ID number, or a [...]
The Importance of Setting Clear Expectations
Let’s Debunk the Myth that “Accountable” is a Bad Word Three years as a CEO has taught me many things, but one lesson-learned springs up [...]
The Traveling CEO: How I Manage in Multiple Locations
Pacesetter has three locations: Atlanta, Chicago and Houston, customers throughout North America and suppliers all over the world. As CEO of Pacesetter, it’s important to [...]
4 Ways to Drive Appreciation and Gratitude at Work
This article was first published on The Huffington Post. As a leader, I always feel gracious for the opportunities I’ve had and appreciative of the [...]