Todd Hoel

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Today I launch my new company - Amplified Leaders. After some 30+ years working in manufacturing, my motivation, is to share some of the things that I've learned along the way, as well as sharing the many mistakes I've made so that you, your team and your company don't do the same! I'm currently offering 3 courses. All are 2-day sessions aimed at manufacturing leadership teams. I firmly believe these courses will make immediate and long-lasting changes to your factory that impacts upon everyone who works there, helping improve all aspects of manufacturing: - Safety, Quality, Service, Cost and Engagement. Amplified Leaders Workshops 1. Safety Leadership & site engagement workshop - Driving behavioural safety 2. Lean Management System - Implementation Workshop 3. Leadership Team "Power of the collective" Workshop. Based on the bestselling book 5 Dysfunctions of a team. Each workshop compliments one another and can be taken in any order. They are highly interactive, informative and fun! Most importantly though, they start delivering immediate change. If you are interested please reach out to me here on LinkedIn or via email at amplifiedleaders@outlook.com 😀

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This will be interesting to see how this pans out. I know a few industries that hold this over the heads of their employees. https://lnkd.in/eSqpnETQ

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https://lnkd.in/gvKyYgum What do you think about the CHIPS Act? What are your thoughts? Add your comments below. Helping companies grow and scale! #manufacturing #bluecollar #leadingwithlean #leanthinking #leanleadership

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Simple, but absolutely true. Everyone benefits with the right people in the right spot.

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What a great way to start the week, with a new Manufacturing Muscle Podcast episode that is brewing! I am so excited to be a, part of this phenomenal group of women and answer all of your questions! Be sure to submit them BEFORE May 8th! ⚙ 💗 👑 #podcast #womeninmanufacturing #womenempowerment #QandA #jobshop #smallbusiness #businessowners #cncmachining

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Father’s day is 11 days away. Here’s a thing I do with my 11 kids, that would drive your team engagement a 10-fold. Reframe the task as a challenge, not an ask… Example (how I talk to my kids): ❌ Instead of: “Can you rake the leaves?” ✅ I’d say: “I’m not sure you’re old enough to help me rake the leaves” How to apply this on your team: ❌ Instead of: “We need this done in 1 week” ✅ Try: “It’d sure be surprising if you finish this in a week” People love to be challenged and will often rise to the occasion. A human-first approach fosters team camaraderie & motivates employees to perform at their best. 👉 What are your thoughts? #LeanManufacturing #ManufacturingExpert #TeamEngagement #ManufacturingTeam Photo: enjoying Florida last week visiting my daughter with the whole family.

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Those in supply chain know the impossible is possible.

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It's ShowTime. Heading to Automate show in Chicago tomorrow 5/7. 👉 Let me know if you will be there in the afternoon, I would enjoy meeting some of you in person. I have attached the form I use and I offer to my teams to use to record best in shows. The least we can do if we get to go to a show, is report back to our broader team our learnings when we return. 👉 How do you log ideas and contacts from the shows? #assembly #manufacturing #leanmanufacturing #learnings

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During our recent #DTCSlingshotPodcast episode - @aaron-alpeter explained what the real responsibility of supply chain professionals is and the importance of ensuring your supply chain is working as efficiently as possible. 🎙️ Search DTC Slingshot on YouTube & Spotify to catch the full episode! #EntrepreneurJourney #BusinessGrowth #Ecommerce #DTCpodcast

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I had a great conversation with Jeffrey Fiala on the Manufacturing Culture Podcast that got me thinking. 🎧 Jeff's the CEO of Transmission, and he's changing the way factories communicate. It's about ensuring everyone's on the same page, which we can all appreciate, no matter where we work. Jeff shared how their system helps keep everyone informed and connected, from the front office to the factory floor. It's impressive to see how small changes in communication can make a big difference in any business. 👂 Give it a listen: https://lnkd.in/gnmDbCuu. I think you'll find it thought-provoking, especially if you've faced challenges with team communication. And I'm curious: Have you ever seen a simple change make a significant impact at work? What do you do to make sure everyone in your team feels heard? I'd love to hear your stories. Comment below, and let's get into it. If you think someone else could benefit from this episode, feel free to share it. #RealTalk #TeamCommunication #ManufacturingCulturePodcast

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Wisdom Nugget #7 To those wishing to help others: When asked for your advice about anything: Ask yourself “What is the most helpful thing I can share?” ❌Your ideas ❌Your opinion ❌What I would do ✅ I am not you, and I don’t know the whole situation. I just want to help you ask yourself the right questions before you make a decision. Too many of us (especially as consultants) see ourselves as “experts” and “tell” others what is best for them. This advice is rarely correct and even more rarely followed. Help them figure it out on their own for true lasting change! 👉What are your go to questions to help others? #selflearning #questionsfirst #itsnotaboutyou #leadership PS note this is when they ask for advice. Unsolicited advice is even less likely to be right, received, and acted on.

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Alarming statistic: 52% of working dads struggle with work-life balance. With father’s day being 4 days away & a big family man myself (11 kids), I can validate that the business & manufacturing owners I work with unanimously report that in the see-saw of work & family, work monopolizes their time. 3 insights on why this happens: ❌ Chaos vs. Organization Women often excel in this area. Things run smoother when it’s organized, labeled & in order. If it takes you more than 3 seconds to find, it’s not organized enough. ❌Leading vs. Serving Owners & managers are too focused on being ‘good leaders’. Admirable - but the wrong algorithm. Take care of your employees, and they take care of the business. A servant leadership mentality goes a longer way. ❌ Goal-oriented vs. Nurture-oriented Instead of being driven by company goals, become driven by nurturing your team. Thoughts? #LeanManufacturing #ManufacturingExcellence #ManufacturingTeam #TeamEngagement Image Source: Forbes

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2 awesome co-founders out there to solve 1 of the biggest issues in manufacturing: finding the right people when you need them. Michael Kinder and Noah Labhart are doing awesome things at Veryable. On-demand labor is a critical part of the solution to solving the workforce challenges in manufacturing and logistics. Plus, the frontline leaders using the platform get to set their own hours and build work around their lifestyle. A win-win. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty #manufacturing

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Unlock the power of precision and efficiency in your operations with Continuum's Engineered Labor Standards. Our team of experts specializes in designing, validating, and implementing labor standards tailored to your unique needs. From high-level KPIs to intricate, multi-variable standards, we ensure the highest level of accuracy and fairness. Ready to optimize your operations and boost productivity? #engineeredlaborstandards #businessstrategy

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Great leaders understand that they don’t have all the answers and they’re not afraid to admit it. They value the expertise and perspectives of their team members and are always open to learning from them. This not only fosters a culture of mutual respect and collaboration but also drives innovation and growth within the organization.

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A lot of the manufacturing CEOs I talk to only think INSIDE THE BUILDING... But... You have more options than just what's within your factory walls. Sure... you understand how to rework a production flow, incorporate new equipment, or even build an addition to your plant. You're fluent there. But, to make the BEST decisions, you must understand all your options... And be willing to implement them (effectively)... Which means thinking OUTSIDE THE BUILDING too. When you do this, you will realize a blue ocean of opportunity that will 10x what you thought was possible. Because you'll realize one of the best tools in your growth toolbox is acquisitions. Think outside the building. #ceo #manufacturing #acquisitions

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