Welcome to a brand new chapter of the Manufacturers Network Podcast! In this high-impact solo episode, Lisa Ryan dives into the critical workplace culture shifts manufacturing leaders need to make NOW to attract and retain top talent into 2026.

Lisa breaks down the three essential culture shifts every manufacturing organization must implement:

1. Purpose Over Pay: Move beyond wages and help employees connect their work to a bigger mission.
2. Recognition as a Habit: Discover why daily, specific recognition is the secret sauce for boosting morale and driving results.
3. Acts of Service: Learn how removing small frustrations and truly listening to your people transforms your workplace.

Every culture shift comes with an actionable step you can implement this week; no fluff, just real-world strategies you can carry right onto the shop floor or into the boardroom.

Lisa also teases upcoming episodes focused on onboarding strategies that go beyond HR paperwork to make new hires feel valued (and stick around!).

Key Takeaways:

• How to connect employees with purpose for stronger retention.
• The power of intentional, frequent recognition.
• Why small acts of service and problem solving matter more than grand gestures.
• Simple action steps to build a culture people don’t want to leave.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and build teams that last, this episode is for you!

Connect with Lisa Ryan:

• LinkedIn: Lisa Ryan
• Email: [email protected]
• Learn more: lisaryanspeaks.com

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