What does it mean to YOU to be a leader?
This is always the first question I put to all my interviewees on the Manufacturing Leaders Podcast.
As I am about to go away for a couple of weeks, and there will be a few weeks break on the podcast, I thought it would be good to recap on some of the lessons learnt so far!
Thank you so much to everyone so far who has participated or listened / watched. It really does mean so much to me that you have taken the time to give back and share with others!
What does it mean to them to be a leader?
Gareth Richards – Ops Director – Salamander Pumps
Have a clear goal and strategy – communicate that to the team . Everyone in the business needs to know exactly what you are trying to achieve
Chris Balmer – Head of Ops – AR Power
Spreading the passion and giving people a platform. Rolling up your sleeves and getting stuck in as well. I wouldn’t ask someone to do something I wouldn’t.
Sam Reynolds – Engineering Manager - BHK
Be that person people come to, for help and inspiration. Be the Manager that people trust to come to with problems instead of fearful they cant.
Richard Byatt – Engineering and CI Manager – Coveris UK
The Difference between management and leadership – Management is organising things, it’s the practical side to controlling things. Leadership is the human element. Humans need leadership direction and creating a culture.
Andy Scott – Head of HR at Darchem Engineering
A leader Is someone who develops and allows someone grow. They don’t micro manage, they inspire enthusiasm, celebrates success with them and the team.
Phil Atkinson – Managing Director – BTS Fabrications
Think about what it actually means to YOU. He showed the importance of being a leader and what you have created. To take a step back and actually look at the positives! Passion!!
John Celino – Business Improvement Consultant
Using your experience to impart on other people. Be there for any questions. See people grow and use systems and support to do that
Randal Smith - Managing Director - Veny
Being the person at the top of the tree, but still being able to see what is going on around you. Being a leader gives you a large scope. Enjoy leading people and achieving as a team
Craig Conway – Production & Logistics Director – Janus International
Being the one that encourages staff and motivates them. Be the inspiring talent. A good leader isn’t all for themselves, they try to push them to achieve and grow
Dan Williams – Managing Director / CEO - Orean
Make sure you encourage people to be themselves. You may not be the best talent. Create a safe space and room to grow and develop your staff
Tom Russell – Operations Manager – TMD Friction
Enabling people to reach their potential, when often they don’t always see It. You also don’t have to be ‘in a leadership position’ to do this. Anyone can lead and develop
Andrew Mcnally – Senior Engineering Manager – Thomas Swan
Have a vision and a strategy. Be clear about it, and what part your team plays in it. Let them see the bigger picture. As a leader, it’s your opportunity to help bring someone up and help people realise they
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