{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Compassion + Empathy as you lead a company and mentor others, with Mike Payne, owner of Hill Manufacturing","description":"Do you have empathy? It can be quick to just say \u201cyes!\u201d But do you really? When a direct report\u2019s numbers are suddenly down, are you quick to say in your mind, \u201cWhat the heck is going on here?!\u201d Or do you think to yourself, \u2018I hope they are okay.\u2019 then follow up with the right questions? This is easier for some leaders than others, which is understandable. However, today\u2019s guest Mike Payne explains why he can't afford to NOT be empathetic and communicative with his teams.    In this episode, you\u2019ll discover\u2026  What is a key trait to winning at work, and at home? (1:25) Talking about personal and professional life in 1:1 meetings (7:28) How knowing his employee\u2019s temperament, helped him to be empathetic (12:40) Why Sabbaticals are so important. (16:35) Mike\u2019s Bio:  I am an entrepreneurial executive that has been blessed to find myself in my dream career. How did I get so lucky?  Out of college I worked in the software space, focused most specifically on manufacturers, and went through a few rounds of investment and eventually an exit. This experience early on in my career prompted two passions; business funding\/transactions and manufacturing.  Over the last 20+ years I have had the humbling opportunity to assist in funding, starting, buying, managing and selling dozens of companies across multiple industries throughout Oklahoma and the region. Working mostly with closely held companies, I\u2019ve been able to help dreams come true, overcome obstacles and make meaningful improvements in the professional and personal lives of entrepreneurs of all types. Always having an eye on an opportunity to pursue my passion for manufacturing, the timing was right to jump in feet first and with a few trusted partners acquired a very successful regional precision CNC and Fabrication shop. Our mission at Hill is to Deliver Quality Parts. On Time. Every Time. It\u2019s a lofty but important goal that requires daily improvements in what we do and how we do it. Our clients expect it and when we execute it creates growth and opportunity for our employees and all stakeholders.  Helping others is probably my biggest energizer, which has led me into podcasting over the past few years. I hope you will listen to MakingChips and Buy the Numbers and see if you learn anything from my guests or I. I won't ever claim to be an expert on anything, but I have been fortunate to see and do a lot of things, winners and losers, so if my experience teaches you something I am happy.  I am humbled that I get to live my professional dream and I always enjoy the opportunity to help others do the same. If you think I can help you I\u2019m happy to share what I know! Learn more at https:\/\/hill-manufacturing.com\/ What's Next?  NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! \ud83c\udf89 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.   ","author_name":"Win At Home First","author_url":"https:\/\/www.corymcarlson.com\/","html":"