{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Purpose-Driven Leadership in Manufacturing for Plant Leaders: Using Vision to Motivate Results with Simon Vetter #146","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! 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\u2019s 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 \u2013 As generational shifts drive change in the workface, vision is more important than ever 5:51 \u2013 Some manufacturing leaders truly on data, KPIs, and goals, while others may use imagery and emotions to convey their vision 10:00 \u2013 There is a gap between managers who deliver results but burn out their teams, and leaders who inspire but don\u2019t always deliver KPIs. 13:40 \u2013 Mistaking goals for vision is a common pitfall 14:15 \u2013 Make your organization\u2019s vision relevant to employees at all levels 15:12 \u2013 A strong leader uses both data and emotion  17:15 \u2013 Ask clarifying questions to make sure your team understands your vision 19:10 \u2013 Understanding the difference between changes for commitment and change for compliance 20:32 \u2013 Have open conversations instead of just enforcing goals 25:51 \u2013 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     ","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":"