Trevor Blondeel
Manufacturing Greatness | Productivity | Retention | Profits | Continuous Improvement | Safety | Workforce Development | Labor Challenges | Skills Gaps | Industry 4.0
Whether you're a plant manager, operations manager, or frontline supervisor, you'll discover practical strategies for lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. We cover critical topics like workforce development, employee retention, safety culture, and change management—helping you navigate challenges like labor shortages, skills gaps, and the evolving manufacturing landscape including Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing. Trevor Blondeel invites guests from the manufacturing industry (and beyond!) to have candid discussions about leadership and share stories from...
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Strategic Differentiation in Manufacturing for Operations Leaders: Using Your Big Idea to Stand Out and Lead Boldly with Mark Levy #133 25.12.2024 29:18
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! In the fast paced world of manufacturing, how do you s...
Leadership Accountability in Manufacturing for Plant Managers: Eliminating Bullying and Rebuilding Respect on the Shop Floor with Renee Thompson #132 11.12.2024 29:36
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! In manufacturing, it is easy to get stuck inside the f...
Team Alignment in Manufacturing for Production Managers: Turning Disconnected Groups into High-Performing Teams with Mark Kenny #131 27.11.2024 26:42
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in!c When teams are aligned, productivity rises, morale im...
Frontline Empowerment in Manufacturing for Production Supervisors: Practical Leadership Lessons from the Drive-Thru with Monica Rothgery #130 13.11.2024 33:06
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! In this episode, Monica Rothgery, former Taco Bell gen...
Manufacturing Productivity for Operations Managers: Using Mindfulness to Improve Focus and Results with Sarah Ohanesian #129 30.10.2024 23:02
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! In manufacturing, productivity and mindfulness are clo...
Organizational Transformation in Manufacturing for Operations Leaders: Using People Power to Drive Performance with Hugh Hornsby #128 16.10.2024 30:01
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! There is power in your people. When manufacturing lead...
Empathetic Leadership in Manufacturing for Operations Leaders: Using Storytelling to Strengthen Curiosity and Connection with Shane Zutz #127 02.10.2024 32:55
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! What is the secret to retaining your team members and...
Workforce Retention in Manufacturing for Operations Leaders: Rethinking How You Keep Your Best People with Cara Silletto #126 18.09.2024 27:20
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! Are your team members houseplants or trees? It may...
Curiosity-Driven Leadership in Manufacturing for Operations Managers: Saying Less to Learn More and Improve Results with Michael Bungay Stanier #125 04.09.2024 26:38
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! We all love giving advice. But when advice becomes you...
Greenfield Leadership in Manufacturing for Operations Managers: Building Culture and Performance in a New Plant with Daniel Knecht #124 21.08.2024 27:48
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! What does it really take to launch a new manufacturing...
Leading Through Uncertainty in Manufacturing for Operations Leaders: Practical Tools for Creating Clarity and Confidence with Jay Baer #123 07.08.2024 27:22
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! In manufacturing, labor shortages and hiring challenge...
Performance Measurement in Manufacturing for Continuous Improvement Leaders: Fixing Broken Processes to Elevate Team Results with Martin Low #122 24.07.2024 26:10
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! Results matter. Whether you are focused on safety, qua...
Storytelling in Manufacturing for Production Managers: Using Real Stories to Improve Alignment and Team Performance with Terry Perry #121 10.07.2024 26:05
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! Stories connect people, build trust, and help manufact...
High Performance in Manufacturing for Area Managers: Unlocking Individual Potential to Drive Team Results with Mike Mooney #120 26.06.2024 29:48
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! How can manufacturing leaders bring more mindfulness t...
Trust-Building in Manufacturing for Operations Leaders: Creating Stronger Teams Through Authentic Leadership with Justin Patton #119 12.06.2024 28:25
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! Trust is the foundation of strong manufacturing leader...
Human-Centered Transformation in Manufacturing for Manufacturing Managers: How Compassion and Connection Drive Real Change with Karin J. Lund #118 29.05.2024 28:13
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! The manufacturing industry just keeps getting greater—...
Frontline Decision-Making in Manufacturing for Operations Managers: Why You Can't Proceduralize Everything with Jake Mazulewicz #117 15.05.2024 30:19
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! When mistakes happen on the plant floor, many leaders...
Crisis Leadership in Manufacturing for Operations Managers: Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence and Clarity with Dave Sanderson #116 01.05.2024 31:49
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! When crisis hits, manufacturing leaders must stay calm...
Core Values in Manufacturing for Operations Managers: Turning Principles into Daily Action with Adam Hill #115 17.04.2024 27:25
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! In many manufacturing organizations, core values live...
Positive Leadership in Manufacturing for Operations Leaders: Using Energy and Optimism to Strengthen Team Connection with Jon Gordon #114 03.04.2024 28:08
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! If you want to improve safety, quality, productivity,...
Leadership Perspective in Manufacturing for Workforce Development Managers: Using Emotional Intelligence to See Challenges Differently with Karine Leblanc #113 20.03.2024 31:28
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! "I am great in my role and have valuable information t...
Execution Discipline in Manufacturing for Business Unit Leaders: Why Hope Is Not a Strategy with Shawn Rhodes #112 06.03.2024 31:10
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! There is a four letter word manufacturing leaders shou...
Self-Aware Leadership in Manufacturing for Workforce Development Managers: Becoming a Champion for Better Behavior and Results with Zovig Garboushian #111 21.02.2024 27:03
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! Do you want to improve relationships at your organizat...
Entrepreneurial Leadership in Manufacturing: Using Passion, Purpose, and Perseverance to Drive Results with Tonia Jahshan #110 07.02.2024 25:00
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! What are the three Ps of success? Passion, purpose, an...
Leadership Stamina in Manufacturing for Operations Directors: Endurance Lessons That Build Stronger Shop Floor Performance with Steven Pivnik #109 24.01.2024 26:45
Welcome to Manufacturing Greatness with Trevor Blondeel, where we work with organizations to manufacture greatness by leveraging resources you already have to achieve greater retention, productivity, and profits. To learn more, visit www.manufacturinggreatness.com and click here to subscribe to Trevor's monthly newsletter. Now, let's jump in! What does manufacturing leadership have in common with...
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