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Attributes of Manufacturing Leaders, Not Just Managers
A machine shop owner shares six attributes that good shop leaders have.
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Good Leaders Have the Difficult Conversations
Talking to someone about their work performance or behavior is never easy, but it must be done.
Read MoreThe Education Gap
Academic institutions have a responsibility to provide a comprehensive education to students, making them employable.
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Using Advanced Manufacturing in Your Machine Shop
Be on the lookout for ways to incorporate advanced manufacturing in your shop.
Read MoreRelationships Are an Important Part of a Manufacturing Business
Reflecting on the death of a friend, one shop owner considers the role of his business in the lives of others.
Read MoreIssues with Suppliers
Shops face a variety of challenges virtually every day. Many of those challenges stem from dealings with our own suppliers.
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Tips for Shop Success
These 10 guiding principles can help shops of all types improve and prosper.
Read MoreImpacting Behaviors and Personalities
Changing human behavior may be the most difficult aspect of managing individuals. Recognizing our own actions and tendencies is a first step toward contending with those of others.
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Are You Irreplaceable?
By delegating certain tasks to a reliable second-in-command, your company can succeed without your constant attention, and you can pursue other goals as well.
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