1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit&amp;nbsp;www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor’s monthly newsletter. Now, let’s jump in! In manufacturing, it is easy to get caught up in daily production numbers, KPIs, and hitting targets. But what about the bigger picture? How do leaders inspire teams to not only do great work, but to want to be part of something meaningful? In this episode, Simon Vetter, Vision Architect, executive coach, and co author of Leading with Vision: The Leader’s Blueprint for Creating a Compelling Vision and Engaging the Workforce, shares insights on manufacturing leadership, vision, and employee engagement for Operations Managers, Production Managers, Manufacturing Managers, and Shift Supervisors. Simon explains how vision driven leadership strengthens trust building, improves communication skills, and increases accountability on the shop floor. You will learn practical strategies to move beyond metrics, emotionally connect with your team, and build a manufacturing culture that supports productivity, retention, and long term performance. 1:24 – As generational shifts drive change in the workface, vision is more important than ever 5:51 – Some manufacturing leaders truly on data, KPIs, and goals, while others may use imagery and emotions to convey their vision 10:00 – There is a gap between managers who deliver results but burn out their teams, and leaders who inspire but don’t always deliver KPIs. 13:40 – Mistaking goals for vision is a common pitfall 14:15 – Make your organization’s vision relevant to employees at all levels 15:12 – A strong leader uses both data and emotion&amp;nbsp; 17:15 – Ask clarifying questions to make sure your team understands your vision 19:10 – Understanding the difference between changes for commitment and change for compliance 20:32 – Have open conversations instead of just enforcing goals 25:51 – Vision is for everyone, not just senior leadership Connect with Simon Vetter Visit his website Connect on LinkedIn Read my book report on Leading with Vision &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Manufacturing Greatness | Productivity | Retention | Profits | Continuous Improvement | Safety | Workforce Development | Labor Challenges | Skills Gaps | Industry 4.0 https://manufacturinggreatness.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/37041325/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/189726360