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Crystal Selchow
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #126
Learn how to implement Kanban in your shop to start seeing better flow. In this episode, Crystal Selchow and Kirby Sneen discuss how to get started with Kanban, deal with change management, and understand Kanban size.
Balancing Leading with Working Together
Alec Theros
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #125
In this episode, learn how you can effectively balance leading with working together. Alec Theros shares his insights on motivation for becoming a leader, navigating conflict successfully, building trust with a team, and more.
How to Create a Value Stream Map
Kacinda Ruiz
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #124
In this episode, Kirby Sneen and Kacinda Ruiz dive into how to create value stream maps. Discover practical tips and real-world insights on creating and optimizing value stream maps to identify hidden inefficiencies and drive strategic improvements.
Having Tough Conversations with Confidence
Kirby Sneen & Abby Vork
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #123
In this episode Kirby Sneen shares his insights on navigating what could be nerve-wracking moments, whether it’s giving performance feedback, letting someone go, or addressing a sensitive issue. Listen in to learn how to have tough conversations with confidence.
How to Have a Successful 6 Sigma Project
Kirby Sneen & Jeremy Blake
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #122
With years of experience and thousands of projects reviewed, Kirby Sneen and Jeremy Blake have learned what truly works—and what doesn’t. Whether you’re battling limited time, lack of support, or shifting priorities, this episode will give you guidance. Tune in to learn how to steer clear of common pitfalls.
Developing a Global Operations Strategy
Arvind Sharma
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #121
Manufacturers are popping up new plants in countries around the globe in order to remain competitive. So we got curious about how you manage the cultural, regulatory, and logistical differences. In this episode, Kirby talks with Arvind Sharma, a global manufacturing leader for major manufacturers here in MN and beyond.
Blake Explores Manufacturing
Amanda Gregory & Joe House
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #120
If you’ve ever wondered how to talk to your kids about your job or are looking for an easy way to support more kids learning about manufacturing your going to love this conversation. Keep listening and I promise you’ll feel equipped to talk to anyone about your profession in manufacturing.
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Learning to Deal with Conflict
Jessica Lyons
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #119
Everyone needs a plan to prevent or be prepared to deescalate conflict, so you don’t avoid it or let your nerves get the best of you. For all kinds of practical tips and real world experience on how you can deal with conflict enjoy this Podcast with HR leader Jessica Lyons.
Using DMAIC to Solve Problems
Scott Helgeson & Andrew Maruska
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #118
If you want to improve performance and feel great about it along the way your going to appreciate this conversation with Scott Helgeson and Andrew Maruska with Chart Industries. They will walk you through their 6 Sigma projects and how they helped improve quality and communication.
HR’s Role in Talent Development
Sarah Lampert
Manufacturers Alliance Podcast Ep. #117
On today’s episode, Sarah Lampert shares what it takes to successfully drive workforce development, get your leadership team on the same page, and overcome some of the biggest challenges HR leaders face.