“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”  — Gandhi Some of the most meaningful and lasting changes come from deep within an organization. The people at the base experience the daily grind and see firsthand what’s working and what isn’t. As a result, they carry a unique insight allowing them to be genuine agents of change in their workplace. But leading out on change can be challenging if you feel like another cog in the wheel. Maybe you see a problem but need help figuring out where to start. However, you can be a leader and an agent of change within your workplace, no matter your ro ..read more

“If you take out the team in teamwork, it’s just work. Now, who wants to do that?”       – Matthew Woodring Stover We all know that teamwork is a big deal. Of course, it’s essential to a smooth running operation, but it’s also the key to an engaging culture and camaraderie among coworkers. So, what can you do to ensure a great team? It begins by identifying what matters to you and then delivering that to the rest of the team. Example #1 Let’s say being able to fulfill your responsibilities depends on John taking care of the preliminaries – by his deadline, so you ..read more

Have you ever wanted to make a difference in the lives of countless people? To provide the masses with things necessary to their basic survival and well-being? To have a purpose in your work that is bigger and greater than yourself? Well, then, light industrial might be the spot for you! Light industrial is a foundational component of the manufacturing industry. While light industrial and heavy industrial are both necessary, light industrial covers a broad range of manufacturing and provides the things you use daily. Yes, those essential things like clothing, electronics, and kitchen appl ..read more

Have you ever wanted to make a difference in the lives of countless people? To provide the masses with things necessary to their basic survival and well-being? To have a purpose in your work that is bigger and greater than yourself? Well, then, light industrial might be the spot for you! Light industrial is a foundational component of the manufacturing industry. While light industrial and heavy industrial are both necessary, light industrial covers a broad range of manufacturing and provides the things you use daily. Yes, those essential things like clothing, electronics, and kitchen appl ..read more

“To ask or not to ask – that is the question.”    — Shakespeare (sort of)  Job interviews are not one-way interrogations. After all, you’re not on trial here. Ideally, you will learn as much about your potential employer as they will about you. This means you need a few questions of your own. Some questions will pop up very naturally during the interview. However, there’s usually a point where the interviewer leans back, tilts his head, and says, “So, do you have any questions for me?” While it’s wise to have 3 to 5 questions in your back pocket — the quality is more import ..read more

Ahh –work-life balance. What is this mysterious, out-of-reach, seemingly impossible thing? It’s a catchphrase we always talk about, but it somehow seems to elude us. As a result, we end up frustrated at work and home because, despite our desire to defy the laws of physics, we can’t be in two places at one time, and there are still only twenty-four hours a day. We equate hard work with constant burnout while we measure ourselves by how much work we get done in a day and how many things we cram into our personal schedules. However, rest and balance aren’t just a luxury but a necessity. When the ..read more

No matter how advanced your career, interviews can be intimidating. After all, it’s the first (maybe the only) chance you have to prove to the recruiter why they need to hire you and not the candidate from an hour ago. Every recruiter is looking for different things. Not to mention, every industry and company has distinct required qualifications. However, there are some universal, practical preparatory steps regardless of the industry. Here’s what you can do to help you nail the interview and land the job! Do Your Research  Knowledge is power. Come into the interview armed with knowledge ..read more

When it comes to the efficiency of your warehouse, organization is the name of the game. Poor organization makes finding inventory more difficult and time-taking. It poses safety risks and creates challenging navigation. Ultimately, poor organization hampers productivity, stopping you from reaching your full potential as a light industrial manufacturer. Create a culture that centers around order and organization. Without it, your performance goals may start to tank. While there are many strategies and tips for optimizing organization and efficiency in your warehouse, there are three top areas ..read more

Can you picture a setting where all of your employees feel accepted, valued, and heard — despite their religious, political, or lifestyle preferences?  What if your employees knew they could count on each other to have their backs? What if everyone knew they were respected and would not be marginalized for being different from the person beside them. (And let’s be honest — we all know what it feels like to be “different” than the next guy.) What a fabulous place to work! Imagine the appeal to potential candidates! This is the true heart of diversity and inclusion. Diversity and ..read more

We live in an increasingly robotic world. Everything is becoming more and more automated and technology-driven. Even in the workplace, machinery and equipment replace people in countless industries. However, machinery and technology aren’t the only “robots” in the workforce. People can be a sort of robots as well. For example, if someone is entirely hard-skill oriented, with few soft skills to provide balance, they can give off the impression of an efficient, expert (but rather boring) robot. When it comes right down to it, no one really wants to work with robots.  Hard Skills vs. So ..read more