All Leadership Episodes

Where Experience Meets Leadership Growth

Browse all episodes of the Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast and hear how experienced leaders across electronics, manufacturing, and supply chain navigate complexity, lead people through change, and build trust in high pressure environments.

These are real conversations with executives, directors, and operators who are actively leading technical teams today.

Built for Leaders Navigating Rising Complexity

Every episode focuses on one core challenge leaders face when technical complexity, operational pressure, and people leadership collide.

No theory.
No generic leadership advice.
No hype.

Just practical insights from leaders who have been there.

What You Will Learn

Across the episodes, you will hear how leaders:

Stay grounded and decisive during disruption
Build trust across functions, regions, and cultures
Lead change without micromanaging
Communicate priorities clearly when everything feels urgent
Use AI and data to reduce noise, not replace leadership
Develop people without losing accountability
Turn belief, listening, and feedback into execution

All Leadership Episodes

Explore conversations leaders return to when expectations are high and answers are not obvious.

What Determines Whether A Startup Will Fail Or Succeed In The Market? Kim and Todd Saxton – Episode 39

A startup is a risky business. There are so many unknown variables that it’s difficult to predict what could happen if you fail. That’s why it’s important to learn how to navigate uncertainty.

Winning Innovation – Interview with Norbert Majerus – Episode 38

Innovation requires creativity, but this is not easy for everyone. It takes time and effort to develop new ideas. Listen to the bonus episode with Norbert Majerus.

Why Companies Must Invest In People Centered Leadership Development – Heather Polivka – Episode 37

People-centered leadership is about understanding people and their needs. It’s about being able to help them achieve what they want out of life. It’s about helping others succeed. It’s about inspiring people to be better than they thought they could be.

Why You Need To Be An Audacious Leader – Roy Osing – Episode 36

Audacious leaders are those who are willing to admit when they are wrong. They are also honest about what they do not know. This makes them vulnerable and shows others that they are human.

Intrapreneurship – What Is It And How Does It Matter In Today’s World? RJ Grimshaw – Episode 35

An intrapreneur is a person who creates something from nothing. They are usually self-starters who are able to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions.

Understand why framing your problem statement matters – Jamie Flinchbaugh – Episode 34

Problems are always solved by people and business problems today are increasingly more complex and ambiguous.

Keep Investing In Leadership Skills And Become A Better Leader – Mark Herschberg

In today’s world, organizations need to be proactive about leadership development. Leaders must develop their skills and abilities to meet the challenges of the future. Only two out of five businesses think they are developing leaders who benefit the company.

Almost no one likes change, but change is necessary for growth – Charlotte Allen

Change management is an integral part of any business strategy because it helps employees feel comfortable with the changes occurring around them. People should feel safe when making changes, and they should also know what they’re getting into before they start.

Reflecting on what you’ve learned helps you retain information better – Terry Barnhart – Episode 31

Reflecting on what you’ve learned helps you retain information better. It also allows you to apply what you know to new situations. Terry Barnhart guest leadership in manufacturing podcast with host Sannah Vinding