How often do you drive to work and you don’t even know how you got there? Lost in thought and mindless at times. Am I right? Many (if not most) people in our work environments are on autopilot. [...]

It’s Wednesday and it’s time for “Manufacturing Leadership Minute with Karin”. Make sure to watch my video by clicking the link below: Why Hurrying Up Will Slow You Down How often do you feel [...]

Over the years I have had the opportunity to learn so much from the people who have crossed my path.  Today I would like to share a story about John. John is a team leader with 30+ years of [...]

Happy Monday! How you start your day matters. It matters a lot. In North America everyone is on the run. No time for breakfast, no time for lunch and no time to build meaningful relationships. [...]

Happy Friday! Mental strength is developed during tough times but tough times never last. I encourage you to take it one day at a time. I promise that you will get through it. This is a long [...]

Ouch. It can be one of the most difficult things to acknowledge that we are not always right. That’s true, especially for women. Just kidding. Deep down men know that women are always right [...]

Happy Canada Day to my fellow Canadians, landed immigrants and people who choose to honour this special day. Canada Day, formerly (until 1982) Dominion Day, is the national holiday of Canada. Big [...]

Are you a difference maker? So many people aspire to make a living but very few aspire to inspire and make a difference in other people’s lives. A great attitude can be contagious, and greatly [...]

Happy Monday! I have the greatest respect for all the people who work in the manufacturing industry. Thanks for doing what you’re doing and for contributing so much to society and to the economy. [...]