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What type of leader are you? What type of leader do you report to? What type is the most effective? How does character and competency impact each type? Find out the answer to these questions and much more in our FREE "The 5 Types of Leaders" ONLINE 2- HOUR VIDEO COURSE which comes with a downloadable 8 page Participant's Guide and an official Certificate of Completion. Enroll now ?? The5TypesOfLeaders.com

Everyone will experience tough times throughout their life. That's a fact! Some people will master resiliency at an early age, while others may not become resilient until their later years. Some people will never become resilient and struggle their entire life. Some people will learn to be resilient in some circumstances, but not others. Check out this thought-provoking edition of the Blue-Collar Leadership? Tips newsletter for a great lesson on resilience by Ria Story, Leadership Speaker, Author, Trainer Read it now ?? https://lnkd.in/es56D6zW #resilience #Resilient #inspiration #inspirationalquotes #inspirational

Too busy to read a book? Do those reporting to you have no interest in reading books? Micro-Learning may be a good fit for you and your team...Blue-Collar Leadership??Toolbox Tips is the ultimate “tool” for developing leaders at every level in a fast, simple, and effective way. Kick-off weekly meetings by reviewing a?Toolbox Tip?on?responsibility, start your team safety meetings with a?Toolbox Tip?on?trust, or begin your management team meeting with a?Toolbox Tip?on?character. Leverage the power of micro-learning with powerful, common-sense leadership principles. Quickly and consistently review, discuss, and apply?Toolbox Tips?to create a leadership culture filled with high impact individuals, team players, and leaders worth following. Learn more about these micro-learning resources and preview 6 of the tips from Blue-Collar Leadership Toolbox Tips: 60 Micro-Lessons to MAXIMIZE Your Potential (Volume 1 of 3) at https://lnkd.in/eKUWGwaf #BlueCollarLeadership #LeadershipTips #leadership #culturechange

Would you love to work for a boss that’s needy and greedy? Me neither! Low impact leaders and business owners expect their teams to serve them. They ARE needy AND greedy. The people on their teams are seen as objects to help them accomplish their mission…living the good life while those who make it all possible struggle to make ends meet. We’re not sure who to credit for this image and text, but it powerfully illustrates the reality that many experience within their organization. Few bosses would actually make the statement below with their words, but many bosses and business owners model the words for their teams on a daily basis and wonder why they can’t get buy-in, why they can’t attract and retain top talent, and why there seems to be so much resistance within their organization. Many of these low impact leaders LOVE to post the pictures of the life their team is providing for them on their social media pages. They’re so narcissistic that they don’t even understand how it makes their team members feel…but, that doesn’t change how their team feels…used and abused. High impact leaders and business owners are there to serve their teams. They are focused on helping their team members climb to the next level and beyond in life…at home and at work. They see the people on their teams as people with dreams of their own and take responsibility for helping them convert their dreams into their reality. High impact leaders remain humble, so they don’t stumble. It’s not about them! There’s one BIG difference between high impact leaders and low impact leaders: their CHARACTER. People prefer to follow humble, servant leaders who would never rub their wealth and success in their team’s face. People prefer to follow leaders who are capable of achieving success for themselves while having a desire to also help their team members achieve personal success. People prefer to follow leaders who look out for them as much (or more) as they look out for themselves. If you follow a weak, low impact, needy, and greedy leader, don’t blame them for your choice to continue being used and abused by them. Develop yourself which will increase your influence. When YOU increase YOUR influence, you WILL increase your options. One of those options will be to FIRE your boss (quit) and hire a new boss (change your work address…or start your own company). Don’t know where to start? Start right where you are! Preview many of our personal development resources for FREE at BlueCollarLeadership .com/download Want to know what type of leader your boss is? What type of leader are you? Take FREE The5TypesOfLeaders .com course and find out. #intentionalliving #badbosses #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #workforcedevelopment #leadershipdevelopment #construction #landscaping #concreteconstruction #roofingindustry #plumbingindustry

"Leadership is communicating to people they’re worth and potential so clearly that they are inspired to see it in themselves." ~ Stephen R. Covey

Ria and Mack Story, Blue-Collar Leadership? are excited to be selected for the 4th time to speak multiple times at North America’s Largest Metal Forming, Fabricating, Welding and Finishing Event in Chicago, IL in September. They last spoke at FABTECH Expo in Orlando, FL in 2024 where there were 60,000 plus attendees. Each year, thousands of manufacturing’s brightest minds gather at FABTECH to connect, discover cutting-edge technologies, and shape the industry's future. More than a trade show, FABTECH is?the?event for manufacturers—an experience you can’t miss. FABTECH offers something for everyone, with keynotes, panels, conference sessions, and networking opportunities designed to inspire learning, growth, and leadership. FABTECH is the only event where you can experience the latest in metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing—all under one roof. Explore 800,000+ sq. ft. of exhibits showcasing cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and advanced solutions to boost productivity. Discover industry innovations, connect with experts, and gain the tools to stay ahead in a competitive market. Join Mack and Ria at FABTECH 2025, North America’s preeminent event for metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing. Explore the latest technologies, gain hands-on experience, and network with industry leaders and peers who can help take your business or career to the next level. https://lnkd.in/e7WaBBdj #FABTECH #bluecollarleadership #leadershipdevelopment #welding #metalfabrication #metalfab

If we invest in ourselves and become intentional about moving ourselves forward, we will move forward. Our personal and professional lives will get better. Most people will instantly agree. But, most people don’t do it. Most people won’t do it. Check out this thought-provoking edition of the Blue-Collar Leadership? Tips newsletter for a dose of motivation and inspiration. Read it now ?? https://lnkd.in/eMFKJpcN

Want to develop a team that leads themselves well? Want to develop a team that works well together? Want to build an organization that attracts and retains top talent? Call Mack Story, Blue-Collar Leadership? at (334) 728. 4143

"I just thought, we've got to get Mack in front of our team!'" Andy Garver is a Sr. VP at Pullman Services. He took advantage of our special offer and had us come on-site to conduct a 2-hour presentation on Blue-Collar Leadership? for his team of foremen and supervisors...and the CEO and President and other top leaders attened too. It was great!!! Andy shares how he discovered Mack Story, Blue-Collar Leadership? in this short clip. BUT, don't miss the full interview with Andy that was recently released on the Blue-Collar Leadership YouTube channel at https://lnkd.in/e_Wdg-sZ In the full interview, Andy Garver discusses: - How he got is start in the construction business - How he discovered Blue-Collar Leadership and why he wanted to introduce it to his leadership team - What happened while he was at the company’s annual leadership development conference in Savannah, GA - The power of pausing before responding - The impact of being an Eagle Scout - Tips on standing out in the job interview process - His favorite question to ask during an interview - How he looks for character when interviewing others Andy Garver has been in construction for ~30 years! He is a leader who is developing himself with the intent of developing others. Andy is a high impact leader who started at the bottom and has been climbing the corporate ladder ever since. He’s done the physical work that many on his teams are doing now. He’s been in the leadership positions that those on his team are in now. He knows what it’s like to be where they are. Andy cares about his team members and wants to help them think at the next level, so they can perform at a higher level…at home and at work. Don't miss the 33rd episode of the "Real People Getting Real Results!" interview series featuring Andy Garver. Check out the entire playlist to discover others who are sharing their stories to motivated and inspire you at: https://lnkd.in/eJBKgBs3 #bluecollarleadership #construction #leadershipdevelopment