New Year, New Goals: Aligning Metrics, Leadership, and Life, 444

Making Chips Podcast for Manufacturing Leaders

The world is divided when it comes to New Year’s resolutions. Some argue that if you’re committed to change, you should take action anytime—not just at the start of the year.

But the new year is also a natural time for reflection, a chance to evaluate where you’ve been and map out where you’re going, in both business and life. In this episode of MakingChips, we’re diving into resolutions that drive real impact:

• Mike shares his goal to break down KPIs to align his entire team—from the receptionist to the CEO—around actionable goals that make a difference.
• Matthew reflects on the transformative power of gratitude journaling and his annual calendar audits, which help him prioritize what matters most.
• Jason dives into how to lead with intention through challenges and shares his vision for 2025.
• And Paul wraps up the conversation with some exciting news you won’t want to miss.

Start 2025 inspired, equipped, and ready to make more chips—because if you’re not MakingChips, you’re not making money!

Segments

• [0:20] Use Paperless Parts for estimating and quoting
• [2:37] Using metrics and KPIs as coaching opportunities
• [12:58] The importance of practicing gratitude
• [16:15] Use ProShop ERP to manage cutting tools
• [17:24] Matthew’s calendar audit practice
• [19:41] Lead Like It’s Your Last Day
• [26:05] Investing time in your best people
• [30:16] Remember to give more than you get
• [35:45] What can we focus on improving?

Resources mentioned on this episode

• Use Paperless Parts for estimating and quoting
• Use ProShop ERP to manage cutting tools
• Buy the Numbers Episode #2 with Mike Fritz
• The 7 Hoshin Kanri Processes

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