{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Human-Centered Transformation in Manufacturing for Manufacturing Managers: How Compassion and Connection Drive Real Change with Karin J. Lund #118","description":"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 www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor\u2019s monthly newsletter. Now, let\u2019s jump in! The manufacturing industry just keeps getting greater\u2014and it\u2019s all thanks to passionate, mindful leaders who show up every day ready to engage their teams, improve their mindset, and create an environment where people love to work. One of these leaders is Karen J. Lund, a bestselling author and keynote speaker with a long career in the steel industry. Drawing on her experience in the steel industry, Karin now leads the team at G-Power Global, an organization she founded to inspires corporate and organizational entities to lead with compassion while continuing to focus on productivity, service, and profits. In this episode, Karin talks more about transformations facing the steel industry and manufacturing as a whole, and shares why compassion, connection, and conversations are the key to unlocking creative solutions, overcoming challenges, and bringing new energy to the manufacturing floor. 3:03 \u2013 In manufacturing, you can\u2019t do everything by yourself, which makes it very important to seek out and build strong connections 5:33 \u2013 It can be a challenge to form relationship on the floor, especially for younger professionals 6:48 \u2013 When people have connections on the floor, it makes it easier to voice feedback and navigate challenges 9:01 \u2013 By creating a culture that fosters connections and conversation, you\u2019ll find more productivity and more creative solutions   11:37 \u2013 Compassion is the competitive edge 15:55 \u2013 There is a difference between training and learning 16:39 \u2013 Employee resource groups are a strong tool for building connections and community in the workplace 19:20 \u2013 If you want to redefine your industry and image, start by having conversations about your values and how you present to the media and others 22:25 \u2013 In manufacturing, it\u2019s important to have conversations about how your role impacts the work of others, and vice versa 23:29 \u2013 Everyone learns in different ways and some people may need different accommodations 25:02 \u2013 When someone makes a commitment to their industry, it can have a positive impact for entire teams and organizations Connect with Karin J. Lund Visit her website Thanks for Listening! Thanks for tuning it to another episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing! To learn more about Trevor Blondeel and Manufacturing Greatness, please visit our website or contact Trevor here. ","author_name":"Manufacturing Greatness | Productivity | Retention | Profits | Continuous Improvement | Safety | Workforce Development | Labor Challenges | Skills Gaps | Industry 4.0","author_url":"https:\/\/manufacturinggreatness.com","html":"