Manufacturing Leadership: An Oil and Gas Podcast

Kelly Hall is the president/CEO of the Longview, TX Chamber of Commerce and the board of directors for the Texas Association of Business. She knows the intricacies of the organization and breaks down the role, function, power, reach, and overall strategy of what a chamber of commerce does for local businesses in the community. She encourages all types of businesses to get involved and support their local chamber of commerce and fight for every entrepreneur in their community.

Our guest today is Jonathan Fanning, author of three books, celebrated speaker, entrepreneur, and all around expert on creativity and injecting positive culture into companies. In this insightful talk, Jonathan shares a wide variety of historical and cultural examples of what constitutes good creative practices in the workplace. Jonathan’s insights are a useful reminder for anyone looking to effectively practice innovation and become more involved in their workplace.

Our guest is co-author of the impactful book Becoming a Leader of Character: 6 Habits That Make Or Break a Leader at Work and at Home. Dave shares his 6 habits of character and walks you through the importance of every habit, from courage, humility, and integrity, to selflessness, duty, and positivity. He also talks about the necessary tools that leaders need, making sure to stress that good character should be the first item on the itinerary.

Today’s guest is Suzanne Smith, founder and CEO of Social Impact Architects and a celebrated speaker and blogger in the social change space. Suzanne believes that we can make impactful changes within our social spheres. Suzanne works closely with non-profits and businesses with a mind for being responsible in their respective sectors. In this episode, Suzanne speaks to the shifting climate for social change within her generation and the up-and-comers and how we can make lasting impacts to improve social issues that affect our communities.

Michael interviews speaker, author and career coach Kim Beckham as they discuss the hidden dangers of comparison with our peers and how to shape healthy and thriving personal relationships.

It's fall in Texas! That means that while you could start your day shivering, you could be sweating by lunchtime. Michael and Jacob discuss the perils of getting dressed without much thought. Listen and hear why hoodies are a huge no for some shop workers and Jacob's recommendations on shop-appropriate fabrics. 

Michael interviews family friend, local businessman, and oh, yeah, Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives, Jay Dean. Together they discuss Dean's early years in entrepreneurship, his drive into politics and social media's impact on the occupation.   

In our very first two-guest episode, Michael Clements sits down with Hannah Walker, manager at WorkHub and Lisa Lujan, its founder. The trio chats about Tyler’s newest shared workspace and some of the benefits to coworking beyond coffee and affordable office space.

On this episode of Manufacturing Leadership: An Oil and Gas Podcast, Energy Weldfab's Michael Clements sits down with Jenny Wells, senior PR specialist with the City of Tyler to discuss crisis management.  Jenny, a certified crisis communication trainer, provides suggestions small businesses without trained professionals on staff might overlook, as well as strategies for those getting started far too late.  

Energy Weldfab's Michael Clements and Cori Moore, serialpreneur, author and founder of iTRI365 discuss goal setting and overcoming obstacles.  NOTE: Due to strong language, listener discretion is advised. 

Michael Clements chats with Brian Brandt, CEO at Core Insights about time management, priorities and goal setting. Key questions listeners will walk away with include 'what do you want your life to look like in five to ten years' and 'is this a mountain or a speed bump?'

As Christians, leaders can be bombarded by messages of humility, meekness, avoiding greed and the perils of prosperity. Michael sits down with mindset coach Stina Maloney. They discuss the fear of success and why leaders and entrepreneurs might fear, even sabotage success. 

Jo McMahan, owner at the Grant Coach introduces Michael to SCORE, an organization that provides free, confidential business education and mentoring. In addition to the resources offered by SCORE, Jo and Michael discuss utilizing masterminds and Facebook groups.   

Manufacturing Leadership's host Michael Clements visits with Laurie Cromwell, CFRE, president of Foundation Innovation, LLC and its principal consultant. They discuss following your instincts and the current state of education.   

Energy Weldfab's Michael Clements sits down with Matt Tibbetts from Express Employment Professionals to discuss the benefits and challenges each generation brings to the workplace. They also discuss what it means for a company to be millennial-friendly and why some in generations 'live to work' and others 'work to live.'

Michael and Jose discuss a dangerous online threat - phishing. They tell listeners what to look out for and what managers can do to help minimize damage.

Michael and Officer Boyce tackle a tough subject - active shooter preparedness. Officer Boyce holds workshops throughout East Texas teaching civilians how to handle active shooter situations whether they occur in the classroom, place of business or church.  

It's an East Texas BBQ! We talk safety in the workplace - red wasps, spiders, fire ants, snakes, possums and other rodents. 

Michael and Pastor Cirilo discuss what's needed to put together a large Easter production and why the pastor chooses to focus on wins. Continue the conversation at podcast@energyweldfab.com or Facebook.com/EnergyWeldfab or @EnergyWeldfab on Twitter or Instagram.  

Michael chats with Tammy Whitehurst, his former middle school teacher turned keynote speaker about trusting God's plan, and the problem that arises when we step out on what she calls one-footed faith. 

Michael and Blake discuss self-discipline, eliminating chaos, being a whole person, keeping your marriage on track and the importance of company mission, vision and values. Continue the conversation by emailing podcast@energyweldfab.com or on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. We're found there @EnergyWeldfab.

On this episode of Manufacturing Leadership: An Oil and Gas Podcast, Michael Clements speaks with Donna Sharp, executive director of Greater Longview United Way, chat about leadership during challenging times, United Way's mission and its partner organizations and the rewards of volunteering.  Continue the conversation at podcast@energyweldfab.com or Fb.com/EnergyWeldfab/ or @EnergyWeldfab on Twitter or Instagram.

On this episode of Manufacturing Leadership: An Oil and Gas Podcast, Michael Clements Speaks with Tom Watson, Republican Candidate for the Office of Gregg County District Attorney about the importance of small wins. They discuss leadership, juggling a variety of roles while making time for family, early voting and the benefits of being able to vote at any polling location in Gregg County.