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Did you know that manufacturers who train each employee 40+ hours per year and implement self-directed teams outperform their competitors? Investing in people pays off! Happy Labor Day from The MPI Group! #HappyLaborDay

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All three infographics in the Lifelong Leadership series are available now on our website, compiling research and insights on early, mid-, and late-career leadership. #leadershipmatters #leadershipdevelopment #operationalexcellence

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Research on Socioemotional Selectivity Theory (SST) tells us that when our time horizons are shortened, we prefer to invest in existing relationships and skillsets. What do you think? How do priorities shift between early-career to late-career leadership? #leadershipmatters

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As the whirlwind of mid-life recedes, leaders find renewed freedom to focus on what matters most. The third infographic in Lifelong Leadership spotlights the late-career leader, facing her or his most challenging (and rewarding) work yet. #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipmatters

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Economist David Blanchflower’s research suggests that happiness tends to follow a “U-curve," declining in mid-life, then rising in later life. What does this mean for leaders in mid-life? #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipmatters #operationalexcellence

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What are the challenges and strengths that leaders experience in mid-life, as responsibilities increase on all sides? That’s the question @johnrbrandt tackles in the second infographic in the Lifelong Leadership series. #leadershipdevelopment #operationalexcellence

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“You already know everything you need to know to be a leader.” If that sounds unbelievable to you, you might be surprised by the first infographic in the Lifelong Leadership series from @JohnRBrandt – “The Student Leader.” #leadershipdevelopment #operationalexcellence

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“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities. In the expert’s, there are few.” - Shunryu Suzuki, in "Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind." We’ll be posting the first infographic in the Lifelong Leadership series from @Johnrbrandt on 8/10. Early-career leaders, this one’s for you!

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Machine learning can seem mysterious, but it doesn’t have to be! Our new blog post demystifies #AI and #machinelearning techniques in manufacturing.

#artificialintelligence #industry40 #industry4point0

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In 2021, 47% of manufacturers said they were currently using AI technology on the plant floor. Another 44% said they expected to implement AI technology within 3 yrs. Do you think that prediction is too optimistic — or not optimistic enough?

Source: MPI 2021 Industry 4.0 Study

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Being a good parent and a good manager are not so very different. But learning where to draw the line is essential. @Johnrbrandt shares his hard-won insights on bringing family roles to work.

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Serving one of the most under-reported industries when it comes to research, Executive Vice President Deirdre Flynn shares how NAFEM is helping food equipment manufacturers plan for an exciting future. #datadriven #MPICustomerSpotlight

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Announcing “Lifelong Leadership,” a three-part series from John R. Brandt. Join John as he explores the strengths and challenges of leading during each chapter of your life. Subscribe to get “Lifelong Leadership” directly in your inbox — or check back here in August! #leadership

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At MPI, we love following companies’ strategic #sustainability initiatives. Here’s a favorite from Ben and Jerry’s. https://t.co/U7FI3eWXoe

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The % of manufacturers with a formal green corporate program has doubled over the last 10 years, according to MPI research. In 2020, 28% of manufacturing plants reported having such a program, up from 14% in 2010. Is your company one of the 28%? #greenmanufacturing

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Let’s get visual! MPI’s data on #greenmanufacturing from 2010-20 now available in four free downloadable charts. https://t.co/vNCATr7ooz

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@jdcmedlock Probably some validity. Wondering how you could test for the fact that some teams have batters willing to charge the mound and get tossed and even suspended.

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New strategies for developing and vetting impactful #sustainability initiatives are on the rise, with resources like the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) stepping in to help companies design a program that is right for them. https://t.co/bFURSCgJCv #sustainablebusiness

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FutureIT: Chicago is only a week away. See you there! #CIOFutureIT

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MPI measures the % of companies with formal green corporate programs every 2 years. While we focus on #greenmanufacturing, there are plenty of inspiring programs across industries! Check out how Etsy has designed their program to be industry-specific to the online retail space.