When you're dealing with a disengaged team or low morale on the manufacturing floor, a motivation team might sound like a myth. But with the right mindset and workplace environment, you can improve morale, performance, and engagement.

Learn more on the Mindfulness Manufacturing podcast with guest Jim Pancero! Jim is a legendary sales and leadership coach and has over 40 years of experience working with manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution teams. In this episode, he shares insights on what truly motivates teams, touching on subjects like positive communication, building engagement, and more. If you're a leader looking to boost motivation, reduce negativity, and create a culture where people want to show up and give their best, you won't want to miss out on Jim's invaluable advice.

1:43 – You can't always motivate people, but you can create an environment for self-motivation
3:30 – Build self-worth, recognize contributions, and create a culture where people are comfortable to engage
6:23 – Offering meaningful benefits can drive retention and a sense of belonging
8:15 – The balance between positive and negative feedback directly influences motivation
12:27 – When you focus on problems rather than solutions, it hurts motivation
14:48 – Through positive affirmations, you shift the tone and drive a positive environment
18:03 – Immersive onboarding helps new team members foster connection and builds empathy across teams
19:32 – Be curious and separate system issues from personal blame in your daily plant operations

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