Best Trevor Blondeel Podcasts (2024)

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120 How to Unlock Your High-Performance Potential with Mike Mooney 29:48

8d ago29:48

29:48

How can we bring more mindfulness to the manufacturing floor without comprising speed or efficiency? With a background as an award-winning senior executive for agencies, brands, and team properties in NASCAR, IndyCar, and Formula One racing, Mike Mooney knows all about speed! He now uses his unique background to help leaders accelerate culture, unl…

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119 Your Blueprint for Building Trust with Justin Patton 28:25

23d ago28:25

28:25

Trust is the antidote to so many common issues that can occur on the manufacturing floor. But how can you build trust—both in yourself and with your team? Find out in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with guest Justin Patton! Justin is a certified speaker professional and leadership presence expert, who challenges leaders to reimagine how …

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118 Why Compassion and Connection are the Keys to Transforming Manufacturing with Karin J. Lund 28:13

1M ago28:13

28:13

The manufacturing industry just keeps getting greater—and it’s all thanks to passionate, mindful leaders who show up every day ready to engage their teams, improve their mindset, and create an environment where people love to work. One of these leaders is Karen J. Lund, a bestselling author and keynote speaker with a long career in the steel indust…

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117 You Can’t Proceduralize Everything! With Jake Mazulewicz 30:19

2M ago30:19

30:19

When a mistake occurs on the plant floor, your mind might jump to one question: who caused this issue, and should I write them up for their mistake? But there’s a more productive approach you could be taking—and in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing, guest Dr. Jake Mazulewicz breaks it all down! With a background as a firefighter, EMT, and m…

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116 Lessons for Navigating a Crisis with Confidence with Dave Sanderson 31:49

2M ago31:49

31:49

In 2009, total engine loss forced US Airways Flight 1549 to make an emergency crash landing in New York City’s Hudson River—and thanks to the quick actions of the pilot, flight crew, and passengers, all 155 people on board made it safely off the plane. Now known as “the miracle on the Hudson,” this harrowing incident offers up important lessons on …

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115 Put Your Core Values Into Action with Adam Hill 27:25

3M ago27:25

27:25

In many manufacturing organizations, company values can be seen in plaques on the walls, but don’t show up in the behavior and language used on the shop floor. How can we get core values off the walls and into action? Find out in this episode with guest Adam Hill! Adam is the nine-figure CEO of a 4th generation family business, as well as a keynote…

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114 How to Use Positivity to Improve Connection with Jon Gordon 28:08

3M ago28:08

28:08

If you want to improve safety, quality, productivity, and results, the first step is looking toward improving connection. With more mindfulness and connection, your entire organization can thrive—and in this episode, guest Jon Gordon is here to show you exactly how you can improve connection and fight disconnect in your organization! Jon is one of …

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113 Finding New Perspectives Through Emotional Intelligence with Karine Leblanc 31:28

4M ago31:28

31:28

“I’m great in my role and have valuable information to share . . . so why doesn’t anyone want to work with me?” If you’ve ever asked yourself this question, this podcast with guest Karine Leblanc is for you! Karine Leblanc is a bestselling author and international public speaker who uses her unique engineering background to help technical professio…

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112 Hope is Not a Strategy with Shawn Rhodes 31:10

4M ago31:10

31:10

There’s a four-letter word you should avoid on the manufacturing floor . . . and it’s not the one you think! In this episode, hear from guest Shawn Rhodes on why hope is the four-letter word you should remove from your processes. With a background as a war correspondent, Shawn knows firsthand how environments can quickly change, and now serves as a…

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111 How to Become a Self-Awareness Champion with Zovig Garboushian 27:03

4M ago27:03

27:03

Do you want to improve relationships at your organization and change the way you show up for your team? It all starts with self-awareness . . . and in this episode, guest Zovig Garboushian is here to show you the tips you need to become a self-awareness champion! With years of experience in brand marketing, management consulting, and leadership dev…

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110 Passion, Purpose, and Perseverance: An Entrepreneur’s Recipe for Success 25:00

5M ago25:00

25:00

What are the 3 P’s of success? Grab a cup of your favorite tea and find out in this episode with Tonia Jahshan! Tonia is the founder of Canadian loose leaf tea company Sipology, which skyrocketed to great levels of success after Tonia pitched her business on Dragons’ Den, the Canadian version of Shark Tank. Today, Sipology is one of the fastest gro…

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109 An Endurance Athlete's Lessons for the Manufacturing Floor with Steven Pivnik 26:45

5M ago26:45

26:45

What does manufacturing leadership have in common with running marathons or climbing mountains? Learn the answer in this episode with guest Steven Pivnik! Steven is an entrepreneur, author, and international speaker, who took his company Binary Tree to great success during his time as CEO. He is also an endurance athlete who has reached the summit …

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108 Finding Your Infinite Influence with Alyson Van Hooser 31:00

6M ago31:00

31:00

From convincing a valued team member to stay with your organization to motivating an employee to level up their performance, you use influence everyday on the manufacturing floor. But what exactly is influence, and how can you more productive ways to influence others in your organization? Alyson Van Hooser has the answers! Alyson is a keynote speak…

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107 Building Your Reset Mindset with Penny Zenker 27:07

6M ago27:07

27:07

In the busy and high-stress world of manufacturing, it can be hard to find your focus! What can you do to reset your focus and prioritize what matters most? Find out in this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing with “Focusologist” Penny Zenker. Penny is as an international speaker, business strategy coach, and bestselling author who has been featur…

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106 Using Humor to Bridge the Connection Gap with Tim Gard 27:50

7M ago27:50

27:50

Is humor the secret weapon for bridging the connection gap in your organization? Find out more in this episode featuring Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE. Tim is a Hall of Fame speaker and business coach who uses his own humor-infused presentations to help others use humor to improve productivity, create stronger connections, and bring more resilience and resou…

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105 A New Model for Positive Thinking with Dr. Paul Jenkins 32:39

7M ago32:39

32:39

Just think positive! We’re all heard this phrase before, but thinking positively can be easier said than done, especially if you’re dealing with a painful situation or difficult challenge. In this episode, guest Dr. Paul Jenkins is here to help you find a new approach for positive thinking. Dr. Paul is a professional psychologist who specializes in…

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104 Leading with Intention, P2 with Jon Giganti 28:16

8M ago28:16

28:16

If you missed part one with guest Jon Giganti, be sure to listen to Episode 103 here. Jon Giganti is speaker, tech executive, and USA Today bestselling author. He is the author of With Intention, where he delves into how leaderships can use skills like agency, awareness, and ambition to find new success, take ownership of their past, and bring impa…

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103 Leading With Intention, P1 with Jon Giganti 28:05

8M ago28:05

28:05

Do you find yourself starting the day with positive intentions, then leaving your manufacturing plant at the end of the day feeling like you didn’t actually accomplish any of your intentions? You might be struggling with “intention deficit disorder!” This is definitely something I’ve struggled with, but I felt much better after reading With Intenti…

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102 Be a Witness: Why Seeing Others and Being Seen Is the Key to Building Relationships with Corban David Janai 27:23

9M ago27:23

27:23

Relationships play a key role in fostering curiosity, building connection, and combating disconnection. But how do we create strong, authentic relationships? To answer that question, I’m joined by guest Corban David Jenai. Corban is an entrepreneur, artist, world traveler, and father. He also currently serves as the Chief Hope Officer at HopeGuide,…

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101 Relationships, Realities, Results, and Authenticity: The Equation for Success with Kathy Miller 23:59

9M ago23:59

23:59

To make better decisions and increase the overall engagement in your organization or workplace, you need diversity of thought! This is why I’m always so excited to talk to women in manufacturing roles, like Kathy Miller! Kathy has held multiple executive roles in manufacturing, including roles at General Motors, Delphi Automotive Systems, and Rolls…

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100 Win the Day: Stories and Tips for Finding Motivation and Results with Eric Berdan 30:49

10M ago30:49

30:49

“Are you winning?” This is one of my favorite questions to ask when I enter a manufacturing plant, and it’s always interesting to see the variety of responses. To learn more about how leaders and their teams can do more to “win the day,” I’m excited to welcome my friend and former neighbor Eric Berdan to the Mindfulness Manufacturing podcast. After…

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99 How To Be Relentlessly Helpful with Susan Baier 27:22

10M ago27:22

27:22

“What else can I do to help?” For Susan Baier, the founder and president of Audience Audit, this question changed the trajectory of her career when she received generous assistance as a recent college graduate. She now gives back through her work with Audience Audit, where she helps businesses grow their ROI through transformational thought leaders…

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98 Write Your Own "Must-Read" with AJ Harper 25:41

11M ago25:41

25:41

Have you ever wanted to write a book? Do you want to grow your writing skills or find new ways to use words to inspire your team and grow your organization? If you’re ready to take the first steps toward writing a book, AJ Harper is here to help! AJ is an editor, publishing strategist, and former ghostwriter who now uses her skills to help others w…

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97 "Yes, And . . . " Speaking and Performance Tips for Engaging Your Team with Michael Port 34:04

11M ago34:04

34:04

What do manufacturing leaders have in common with performers? More than you think! In this episode, I’m joined by Michael Port, a bestselling author, former professional actor, and the founder of Heroic Public Speaking. Drawing from his experience as an actor and speaker, he joins me in this episode to talk about how leaders can improve their perfo…

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96 How to Dress for Success and Authenticity with Morgan Wider 30:38

11M ago30:38

30:38

In episode 92, guest Sylvie di Guisto talked about the factors that go into creating a successful and memorable first impression. One of these factors is appearance, particularly the way we dress. To dig deeper, I’m excited to chat with today’s guest, Morgan Wider! Morgan is a personal style expert, speaker, and the founder of Wider Style, as well …

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95 Bringing Magic to the Manufacturing Floor with Jon Petz 23:31

12M ago23:31

23:31

On the manufacturing floor, you might not see rabbits being pulled out of hats or people being miraculously levitated, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t everyday chances to create magical moments. To find out how leaders can create moments of magic, surprise, and delight on the manufacturing floor, I knew I had to go to the expert: Jon Petz, an en…

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94 Emotional Intelligence Lessons from an Irish Pub with Dr. Irvine Nugent 26:56

1y ago26:56

26:56

Why does communication break down and lead to conflict? Can we find a way to harness emotions for good, or are we always doomed to division and misunderstandings? As someone who grew up in Northern Ireland during the Troubles, Dr. Irvine Nugent is no stranger to questions like these. Living in a time of great violence and turbulence has given him a…

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93 Saying No to Burnout with Nina Nesdoly 32:44

1y ago32:44

32:44

Do you find yourself dreading Mondays ? Are you constantly stressed out about falling behind or not living up to your team’s expectations? You might be dealing with burnout, an occupational phenomenon that arises from chronic workplace stress. To learn more about burnout and what you can do to prevent it, check out this episode with guest Nina Nesd…

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92 The ABCs of a Great First Impression with Sylvie di Giusto 29:59

1y ago29:59

29:59

In an interaction with someone new, you only have about seven seconds to make a great first impression. What can you do to make every second count? Find out in this episode with guest Sylvie di Giusto! Sylvie is a consultant, author, and international keynote speaker, who uses her years of corporate experience to help other professionals use emotio…

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91 Connecting the Leadership Locomotive with Jason A. Hunt 26:40

1y ago26:40

26:40

If the front isn’t connected to the caboose, a train won’t stay on the rails for very long! The same idea applies to manufacturing: if top-level leadership isn’t connected to the shop floor, there’s bound to be miscommunications, productivity breakdowns, and more. What can leaders do to keep the leadership locomotive running smoothly? Find out in t…

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90 How to "SAVE" and Nurture Your Relationships with Sandy Gerber 27:45

1y ago27:45

27:45

In our personal and workplace relationships, we’ve all come across this frustration situation: you’re telling someone about a topic that’s important to you, but the other person just isn’t understanding what you’re saying. In her fantastic book Emotional Magnetism, my friend (and fellow Canadian!) Sandy Gerber breaks why this happens and shares wha…

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89 Ignite Fires, Don't Put Them Out: How Leaders Can Shift Their Energy with Sara Canaday 26:12

1y ago26:12

26:12

In today’s busy manufacturing world, leaders are feeling more stressed and stretched-thin than ever, as they deal with the staggering expectations and everyday demands on their time, energy, and attention. In this episode on how leaders can discover productive, healthy ways to free up their time and energy, I’m joined by author and leadership devel…

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88 Mastering the Art of 360-Degree Feedback with Brian Houp 30:51

1y ago30:51

30:51

To understand and improve our own behavior, we need feedback. But getting—or giving—authentic, actionable feedback isn’t always easy, especially in a fast-paced industry like manufacturing. In this podcast, I’m joined by my friend Brian Houp, a leadership development coach based in Louisville, Kentucky. One of his primary areas of expertise is 360 …

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87 Using Personality Assessments to Determine How You Show Up with Christy Smallwood 27:57

1+ y ago27:57

27:57

From DiSC assessments to the Myer-Briggs Type Indicator, there are many different personality assessments leaders can use to identify their personality type and how it impacts the way they show up on the manufacturing floor. To get a better understanding of this unique topic, I brought in Christy Smallwood, a speaker and author who helps leaders “s…

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86 Powerful Questions for Accountability and Autonomy with Jeff Nally 24:52

1+ y ago24:52

24:52

Do you want to improve accountability and encourage autonomy in your organization? It all starts with asking the right questions! In this episode, I'm joined by guest Jeff Nally, the president of Nally Group Inc. and a coach and speaker who uses neuroscience-based solutions to help leaders improve their workplace interactions. He shares the questio…

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85 Lessons from the Cockpit with Shawn Dawley 26:35

1+ y ago26:35

26:35

In all industries, poor behavior and high emotions can lead to massive issues . . . and this is especially true in the aviation industry, where small errors can be the difference between a safe flight and a deadly accident. In this podcast, I’m joined by Shawn Dawley, the president of OT2 Consulting and a former Air Force pilot. Shawn often draws o…

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84 Becoming the Ultimate Diffuser of Drama with Cy Wakeman 38:41

1+ y ago38:41

38:41

Do you want to get rid of drama on the manufacturing floor? As a leader, you avoid drama, set boundaries, and inspire by your team by becoming the ultimate “drama diffuser!” In this episode, I’m joined by guest Cy Wakeman, the president and founder of Reality-Based Leadership and the bestselling author of books like No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the …

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83 Taking Your Team from Average to Amazing with Dustin E. James 24:28

1+ y ago24:28

24:28

On the manufacturing floor, you don’t want your leadership and your team to be average . . .you want to be amazing! To learn more about how leaders can find the energy and inspiration to take themselves and their team to the next level of success, I’m excited to welcome my friend Dustin E. James to the Mindfulness Manufacturing podcast. Through his…

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82 How to Weave Appreciation into Everyday Interactions with Lisa Johnson 27:58

1+ y ago27:58

27:58

Showing appreciation is a great way to connect with your team! But if you’re a leader in a busy organization, it can be difficult to find the time and discipline to show appreciation for your team. Or you might struggle to find the best ways to show appreciation, or even worry that you’re not doing enough. If this is you, don’t miss this episode on…

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81 Overcoming Miscommunications - It Starts With You with Dean Heffta 25:38

1+ y ago25:38

25:38

“Put on your own mask before assisting others.” You’ve likely heard this phrase while listening to the safety instructions before a flight, but did you know it also applies to leadership in the manufacturing industry? In this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing, I’m joined by Dean Heffta, a speaker and trainer with Clarus Results. With years of ex…

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80 Right Time, Right Place, Right Mindset: The Serendipity Mindset with Noah Graff 24:14

1+ y ago24:14

24:14

Serendipity: the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. “Getting stuck in traffic” doesn’t sound like it fits the definition of serendipity, but it does for me and this week’s guest, Noah Graff of Graff-Pinkert and the Swarfcast podcast! Noah and I connected when he caught an episode of my podcast while stuck i…

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79 Finding the Fuel for Great Conversations with Phil M. Jones 29:09

1+ y ago29:09

29:09

On the manufacturing floor, have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling like you made a conversation more complicated? Or have you asked a team member to do something multiple times, then felt frustrated when they still didn’t do it? Your words might be the problem! In this episode of the Mindfulness Manufacturing podcast, Phil M. Jones i…

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78 The Tools and Mindsets to Combat "Quiet Quitting" with Joe Mull 28:37

1+ y ago28:37

28:37

“I want to take a vacation, but I’m worried about falling behind at work.” Have you ever heard a team member express this sentiment, or even thought about it yourself? Fear of falling behind is the number one reason why employee hesitate to take time-off . . . and this mindset is leading to retention problems, unhappy employees, and even the dreade…

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77 Take a Deep Dive Into Your Personal Brand with Kenneth “Shark” Kinney 31:47

1+ y ago31:47

31:47

There’s a lot manufacturing leaders can learn from sharks—just ask Kenneth “Shark” Kinney! Shark is a speaker, marketing strategist, and podcast host who helps leaders use curiosity and fearless to improve their brands and drive real change, all by incorporating insights he’s learned for his passion for sharks and shark diving. In this episode, Sha…

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76 The Four Necessities of Leadership with Dr. Andy Neillie 30:12

1+ y ago30:12

30:12

Becoming a leader—not just a manager or supervisor—can be a long, challenging process that requires tough conversations and changes to behavior. But in this week’s podcast, Dr. Andy Neillie is here to show that becoming a leader doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Dr. Andy is a speaker, corporate trainer, and coach with Neillie Leadership Group, as…

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75 Say What You Want to Say - With Confidence with Tracy Hooper 28:41

1+ y ago28:41

28:41

Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about confidence with this episode of Mindfulness Manufacturing featuring guest Tracy Hooper! Tracy is the founder of The Confidence Project, where she works with clients to improve culture, clarity, and confidence in their organization. She is also the author The Now Hello: What to Say/What to…

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74 How Manufacturing Leaders Can Prepare for the Tech-Driven Future with Kate O’Neil 33:15

2y ago33:15

33:15

As manufacturing becomes more reliant on machines, automation, and other emerging forms of technology, human leadership is more important than ever. To learn more about the best practices for leadership in a technology-driven world, I brought in “tech humanist” and technology expert Kate O’Neil. As the founder and CEO of KO Insights, Kate helps org…

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73 Six Steps to "Think and Grow Rich" with Ann McNeill 25:37

2y ago25:37

25:37

In his 1937 book Think and Grow Rich, author Napoleon Hill breaks down six steps leaders can take to increase their wealth and success. After reading his book, I knew I had to talk to someone who could take his classic advice and turn it into lessons for modern manufacturing leaders—and I knew Ann McNeill would be just the person! Ann is the presid…

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72 Reaching From the Heart: Stories for Improving Diversity and Inclusion with guest Reggie Davis 25:01

2y ago25:01

25:01

When it comes to improving diversity and inclusion in your manufacturing workplace, it’s not always an easy road! Creating a more diverse environment can mean having difficult conversations—with yourself and others—about issues like unconscious bias, unintentional divides, and how employees with different views can support each other. Luckily, Regg…

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71 Bringing Brain Power to the Manufacturing Floor with Dr. John B. Molidor 25:19

2y ago25:19

25:19

In manufacturing, so much revolves around our brains. How we use our brain (and how well we take care of it!) can have a huge impact on many factors on the manufacturing floor, from how we communicate with our teams to how we budget our time. To gain a better understanding of the brain’s role in leadership, I welcomed Dr. John B. Molidor onto the p…

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