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With nationwide worker shortages in the manufacturing sector projected to reach 2.1 million by 2030 according to a report by Deloitte and the Manufacturing Institute, it is more important than ever for manufacturers to expand their applicant pools. In our region, nearly 80,000 people or 7% of the labor force works in manufacturing. Tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs could go unfilled over the next half-decade if top and…

Developed by Harvard professors Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey, Immunity to Change Theory delves into the underlying reasons why individuals often struggle to make lasting changes in their lives. It recognizes that while people may have a genuine desire to change certain behaviors or patterns, they are often hindered by deep-rooted psychological defenses that act as barriers to progress. At the core of ITC theory lies the notion that…

Coaching, as a powerful tool in the hands of skilled professionals, has the ability to unlock an individual's potential and accelerate their progress through each stage of intentional change. Here's how coaching can have a transformative impact on employees: Enhancing Self-Awareness: Through deep listening, open-ended questioning, and constructive feedback, coaches help individuals gain a clearer understanding of their strengths, values, and blind spots. This self-awareness serves as a solid…

In today's rapidly evolving corporate landscape, organizations recognize that their most valuable asset is their people. With the increasing emphasis on employee engagement, development, and well-being, businesses are turning to innovative approaches to unlock their employees' full potential. One such approach that has gained significant traction is the power of Intentional Change Theory (ICT) combined with the transformative impact of coaching. In this blog post, we delve into the…

Increasing cost pressures are forcing companies to use scarce resources more efficiently than ever. At the same time, computing power is becoming stronger, which makes access to Big Data (large data sets that can be analyzed using computers to reveal patterns and trends) easier and less expensive. This perfect storm of needing to get more bang for the buck as more mission-critical quantitative information becomes available necessitates that Information…