In this episode of The Optimal Performance Podcast, Adolfo Gomez Sanchez, a renowned expert in driving optimal performance, delves into a key principle that can revolutionize your performance: training movements, not muscles.
The Science of Driving Performance in Sports
Adolfo introduces the concept of training movements by drawing upon the science of driving performance in sports. Rather than solely focusing on developing isolated muscles, this methodology emphasizes working on exercises that translate to functional movements. Adolfo explains how this approach can have a significant impact on performance enhancement.
Training Movements Applied to Business: Cost Reduction
Shifting the focus to the business realm, Adolfo demonstrates how the training movements principle can be applied to drive exceptional results. He discusses the common objective of cost reduction and highlights the limitations of a "muscle mode" approach, which involves slashing costs in specific departments or demanding cost cuts from suppliers.
Collaboration Across the Supply Chain
To optimize cost reduction efforts, Adolfo emphasizes the need to involve all players in the supply chain, both internal and external. By fostering collaboration and treating suppliers as integral team members, businesses can uncover significant cost-saving opportunities. Adolfo mentions the involvement of operations, IT, and commercial teams in streamlining processes, accelerating delivery, and integrating technological solutions to achieve optimal performance.
Expanding the Methodology to Culture and Other Areas
Adolfo expands the application of the training movements principle beyond operations and supply chain optimization. He emphasizes the importance of aligning culture with desired values and behaviors. Creating coherence between values, processes, systems, and policies ensures that the intended culture is embedded throughout the organization. Adolfo highlights the underutilized strategic lever of culture in driving optimal performance.
Overcoming Challenges: Shifting Mindsets
Changing mindsets is a significant challenge when implementing the training movements methodology. Adolfo emphasizes that behavior aligns with what is measured, so metrics should reflect the desired outcomes and reinforce the training movements approach.
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