Leading the Factory Forward
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Lynn Friesth is an advanced manufacturing strategist and leadership consultant who is on a mission to show manufacturing leaders how to improve their current operations while preparing for a digital future. He's a productivity coach, industry 4.0 blogger, and future workforce developer for forward thinking leaders who are struggling to find the workforce I need, the time to work on improving..
Leading the Factory Forward
5M ago
Are you ready to navigate transitions and create an encore life? That's exactly what we're exploring on this podcast! Unfortunately, I am taking a brief sabbatical to care for my 97-year-old mother. But don't worry, this isn't the end of our journey together - it's a transition that I'm eager to share and learn from.
While the podcast takes a short nap, I'll be maintaining our connection with weekly newsletters and bite-sized social media posts. This episode marks both an end and a beginning, a stepping stone into something new. I'm sharing the reason behind my pause - a transition that ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
5M ago
Today, we’re listening to a replay of one of our favorite episodes with John Tarnoff.
Tune in to listen here → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/224
As Boomers, we have to constantly reinvent ourselves, just like companies do. And one of the most effective ways to do that is to pull together different pieces of ourselves to create something new. Reinvention doesn’t come from nothing. It comes from seeing ourselves in a new light.
John Tarnoff had a long career in the entertainment business. After his tech startup went bust, he decided to go back to school to earn a Master’s degree in S ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
5M ago
Are you prepared to reimagine your retirement transition? In today’s episode, I’m guiding you through the uncharted territories of retirement, breaking down preconceived notions and replacing them with genuine insights from two revealing surveys by the Retirement Coaches Association and the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies.
Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/223
Unpack the non-financial fears that accompany retirement, from the loss of identity to a sudden lack of routine, and learn how to manage them. Understand that retirement is a significant life change ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
5M ago
Imagine a life where you transform your expertise into an income ecosystem that overflows with cash. Envision a journey towards a successful encore career, unshackled by corporate life, and immersed in the freedom of doing what you love. In this episode, I’ll be introducing an exciting training opportunity with Mike Kim, a personal branding guru and Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author.
Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/222
Mike, a dear friend and mentor throughout my Encore Career Journey, has been pivotal in my transition from corporate life to run ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
6M ago
We’ve all attended a presentation only to leave and immediately forget everything we’d learned. Why does this happen? Likely, the presenter wasn’t interactive, didn’t make the presentation fun for everyone, and didn’t tell stories. These common mistakes make the audience bored and unlikely to retain any information.
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On the other hand, when presenters connect to the right energy, connect with their audiences, and perform their presentations, the impact is amazing. Both the presenter and the audience members enjoy themselves and a ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
6M ago
Willpower alone will never lead to success. It certainly won’t help you create a successful Encore Career. You need more than willpower–you need habits.
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Today, I want to talk all about healthy habits and how to implement them. To help me do so, I’m going back over some ideas from the study, “Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement” by Edward Jones and AgeWave. They talk about the stages of retirement and the disorientation that comes with it.
When we retire, we disrupt the habits of work we've had for 30-40 years. All ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
6M ago
Ever felt that life's transitions are too challenging to navigate? As your guide through this journey, I’m offering a fresh perspective on embracing the unexpected twists and turns of life. From those unexpected career turns to health hiccups, relationship storms to financial instability – nothing is too daunting for us to conquer together. So here’s an arsenal of pragmatic tools and inspiring narratives, interspersed with thoughtful questions to help you shift your perspective – from seeing life's uncertainties as roadblocks to viewing them as stepping stones that lead you to a brighter tomor ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
6M ago
Ever felt that a strong network of relationships can be the secret potion to a fulfilling life? You're right! Join today’s conversation as we uncover the profound impact of relationships, specifically drawing wisdom from “The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness.”
Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/218
We lay out the art of checking in, the strength in vulnerability, and the delicate balance of personal growth with nurturing relationships. We’re also going to take you on a journey of exploring personal dreams and life transitions ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
7M ago
Today, you will learn how to stay relevant as you enter, create, and develop an Encore Career.
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This process involves three key questions. Firstly, why do you need to develop your value proposition? Secondly, how can you keep your skills relevant? Finally, how will people find you?
Last week, we talked about people skills and emotional intelligence. That whole idea is a starting point for today’s topic. It’s crucial that you get to know yourself and learn how to understand others. That could be a key source of value for you ..read more
Leading the Factory Forward
7M ago
Today, we are going to be talking with Chelsea Brinkley. I have known and admired Chelsea for several years now and she is a very smart and amazing person. Every day, she helps entrepreneurs and freelancers create efficient businesses so they can create the life they desire on their own terms.
Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/216
In 2016, Chelsea and her husband decided to leave their corporate jobs and become full-time remote workers. They wanted the freedom to be able to travel often, work from wherever they were, and live where they wanted. They ultimately wanted to e ..read more