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Hey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig12. Leadership in Review: Reflections and Lessons From The First 10 EpisodesIn this special highlight episode, we reflect on the most impactful leadership moments from the first ten episodes of "Hey Jack: Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig". Whether you’re a longtime listener or new to the podcast, this episode is the perfect way to get a taste of what “Hey Jack” is all about.Expect quick, actionable leadership lessons on topics like gratitude, the power of mentoring, trust in teamwork, the importance of communication, what it really means to be a role model, and navigating the challenge of being "the only" in the room.This recap...2025-07-1013 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig11. Beth Correll on the Impact of Mentorship and Development in Professional GrowthThis week, Jack and Trevor welcome the first guest of the show, Beth Correll, a retired Hershey Company leader and the founder of Step Function Coaching. Beth shares her refreshing perspective on professional growth, mentoring, and the unique dynamics women face in traditionally male-dominated industries. Discover how real-world experiences drive professional growth, why peer mentorship matters, and effective strategies to build strong networks. Beth shares practical tips for career advancement, candid advice on navigating tough workplace situations, and the role of diversity in leadership. Get her favorite career resources, plus actionable insights on how supportive leaders can...2025-06-1836 min
Hey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig10. Listener Q&A: Delivering Bad News, Building a Leadership Team, and MoreWhat does it really mean to deliver bad news as a leader, build an effective leadership team, or confront negativity among peers? Jack and Trevor tackle listener-submitted questions with direct advice, candid reflections, and actionable takeaways on communicating tough messages, recommending foundational books for aspiring leaders, and the key traits that set strong leaders apart. From handling layoffs with empathy to encouraging humility and positivity at every level, this episode is packed with reflections that apply whether you’re leading a team, stepping into your first management role, or just looking to grow your leadership skills.❓ Submit Your...2025-06-1120 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig9. Developmentor: The Power Combo of Self-Growth and Mentorship in LeadershipThe concept of "developmentor" takes center stage in this episode, blending the principles of personal growth and effective mentorship into one powerful approach to leadership. Hear stories from inside major corporations and pick up practical suggestions for auditing your own growth, seeking feedback, and learning from both outstanding and challenging leaders. Jack and Trevor touch on why successful leadership is about continual self-improvement, how to help your team drive their own development, the importance of embracing a variety of experiences, and why mentoring is both a responsibility and a gift. With actionable insights and memorable anecdotes, this episode is...2025-06-0418 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig8. What Great Leaders Do When Times Get Tough: Insights on AccountabilityIn this episode of 'Hey, Jack: Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig,' hosts Jack and Trevor discuss crucial concept of accountability in leadership. Jack shares insightful distinctions between responsibility and accountability and highlights why accountability is a core leadership trait. Through a personal story about his father's dedication and an innovative company-wide solution during the COVID-19 pandemic, Jack illustrates the importance of maintaining accountability, even in challenging times.Listen to learn why true leaders should stand in the spotlight when times are tough and give credit to their teams when times are good.❓ Submit Your Leadership Question (we’ll answe...2025-05-2116 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig7. The Art of Communication: Authenticity in LeadershipCommunication forms the fabric of leadership. In this episode, Jack Nehlig and Trevor Robinson tackle the enduring principles and rapid changes in communication that leaders face today. Jack shares a reflective look at desk phones, handwritten memos, and the arrival of email, highlighting what’s persisted over four decade…and what hasn’t. The conversation covers best practices for written and oral communication, the value of repetition, transparency, and constructive disagreement, as well as the necessity of positivity and respectful dialogue.Trevor covers a leader’s presence on social media, pointing out the impact of authentic engagement and the common p...2025-05-1423 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig6. How Trust and Teamwork Build High-Performing TeamsTrust and teamwork are more than just buzzwords...they are the forces that shape successful organizations. Join hosts Jack Nehlig and Trevor Robinson as they unpack what truly drives teams to perform at their best. This discussion moves beyond the expected, using real-life business analogies, sports stories, and even the flight of geese to illustrate the deep impact of trust, the importance of structure, the value of diversity, and the in-the-moment power of positivity.Whether you’re leading teams or contributing to one, this episode will provoke new thinking about how people work together, why trust matters as...2025-05-0719 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig5. Leadership Essentials: Embracing Quality and ExcellenceIn today's episode of 'Hey, Jack...", Jack and Trevor explore the often-overlooked but crucial topic of quality and excellence in leadership. They discuss the importance of having a relentless pursuit of perfection, how embracing quality can be a significant differentiator for leaders, and the historical evolution of quality practices like Lean, Six Sigma, and ISO. Jack shares personal stories and practical insights on how leaders at every level can integrate quality and excellence into their roles to drive continual improvement and organizational success. Whether you're a manager or director, this episode offers valuable takeaways to help you elevate your...2025-04-3030 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig4. The Unspoken Impact of Positivity - Part 2Jack Nehlig and Trevor Robinson return in Part 2 of their “Hey Jack...” episode on positivity, offering professionals and aspiring leaders a practical look at what genuine positivity means inside organizations.The episode highlights three main points: the importance of a blame-free work environment, reframing errors as opportunities for growth, and making friendliness a central pillar of company culture. These lessons matter to managers, team leads, HR professionals, and anyone interested in improving workplace morale and personal leadership skills.-------------------------------------Listen to Part 1: 👉 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode...2025-04-2218 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig3. The Unspoken Impact of Positivity - Part 1Are you overlooking the importance of positivity? Join Jack Nehlig and Trevor Robinson in Part 1 of this discussion as they dissect the concept of positivity, not as a simple, naive mindset, but as a powerful choice that leaders can make. They recount personal experiences and observations, from historical shifts in management styles to practical frameworks, such as the "Positive Opinion Leader" model and the "Drops in the Bucket" approach, highlighting how these can reshape workplace culture. Whether you're struggling to meet quotas or seeking inspiration to uplift your team, this conversation offers thoughtful strategies and relatable anecdotes that reveal...2025-04-1619 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig2. Building Trust Through Action as a Role ModelIn this episode, Jack and Trevor dive into the foundational element of leadership—being a role model. They discuss the significance of role models in shaping effective leadership and outline a framework for aspiring leaders. Key pillars covered include 'walking the talk,' showing respect for diversity, and maintaining the highest levels of ethics and integrity. Through personal anecdotes and real-life examples, they highlight the impact of passion and the fine balance between being liked and being an effective leader. Tune in to learn how these essential principles can guide you in your leadership journey.00:04 The Importance of...2025-04-0934 minHey Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig1. Leadership Reflections with Jack NehligIn this debut episode of Hey, Jack... Leadership Reflections with Jack Nehlig, Trevor Robinson sits down with his longtime mentor and former leader, Jack Nehlig, for a candid and inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, and the unexpected journey that brought them here.Jack shares how his career in manufacturing and automation evolved—often by simply saying “yes” to new opportunities. From his first sales role to becoming the president of Phoenix Contact USA, Jack reflects on how culture, relationships, and humility shaped his leadership philosophy.This episode sets the tone for what’s to come: authenti...2025-04-0215 min
Workforce 4.0Celebrating 100 Years of People Centric Tech (with Jack Nehlig, Phoenix Contact)When it comes to the transformative power of technology and how tech is shaping the way that we work, Jack Nehlig, President of Phoenix Contact is far from a stranger. Conversely, Jack is quite the innovator in this space just as much as Phoenix Contact is continuing to innovate industrial automation. In this episode, join our host, Ann Wyatt as she sits down with Jack to talk more about how Jack is not only keeping his company's products at the center of solutions driven tech, but also how Jack is keeping his workforce centric to adopting technology day to...2024-03-2745 min
The Manufacturing ExecutiveThe Coming of the All-Electric Society w/ Jack NehligThe biggest obstacle to renewables is a lack of knowledge on the subject.But once everyone knows the money they can save while helping the environment…We’ll be living in an all electric-society.Today’s guest, Jack Nehlig, President at Phoenix Contact USA, joins the show to discuss these benefits and what the all-electric society means for manufacturing.Join us as we discuss:- What people need to know about renewables- The trends in autonomous vehicles- How anyone can take advantage of the latest advancements in robotics Subscribe to The Manu...2022-02-1533 min