Podcasts about Toyota

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Dónal Ó Coisdealbha analyzes the history and results of the management and production system (TPS) developed by the Toyota Motor Corporation, arguing that the cooperative effects the TPS had on Toyota's internal labor relations contain the seeds of a successful model of socialist industrial production. Ó Coisdealbha is the director of process control, smart and digital development at a factory owned by a multinational electrical equipment manufacturer who is currently co-authoring a book with Tom O'Brien on labour time planning. His blog can be found here.   Reading: Carlos Campos Jr. 

Toyota announced a $10 billion investment in the United States, including $900 million in hybrid production plants. Plus, their CEO is based. President Trump met with the crown prince of Saudi Arabia, so everyone can overreact. Chicago school employees got busted for lavish spending. Here's what all those tax dollars are going toward. Epstein File Season continues. Now that the House and Senate have both voted to release the Epstein files, the bill is headed to Trump's desk. The Left is acting like it's a win. Is it?GUEST: Josh FirestineLink to today's sources: https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/sources-november-19-2025Go to http://blackoutcoffee.com/CROWDER and use code CROWDER for 20% off your first order!Let my sponsor True Gold Republic help you safeguard your retirement with physical gold and silver. Go to http://lwcgold.com/ or call 800-628-4653. Sign up or call them today and see if you qualify for a ‘No Fees For Life IRA'.DOWNLOAD THE RUMBLE APP TODAY: https://rumble.com/our-appsJoin Rumble Premium to watch this show every day! http://louderwithcrowder.com/PremiumGet your favorite LWC gear: https://crowdershop.com/Bite-Sized Content: https://rumble.com/c/CrowderBitsSubscribe to my podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/louder-with-crowder/FOLLOW ME: Website: https://louderwithcrowder.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/scrowder Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/louderwithcrowder Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevencrowderofficialMusic by @Pogo

Packers fans unload on a frustrating yet triumphant win—drops galore, Jordan Love's resilience shining through injury, and Christian Watson proving he's the real deal in clutch moments. Callers vent about butterfingered receivers and cornerbacks who couldn't snag easy picks, while debating the team's glaring needs at offensive line and cornerback. This episode captures the raw emotion of grinding out a victory that keeps playoff hopes alive, with unfiltered takes on why this squad could still dominate the North if they get healthy and stop self-sabotaging. Jordan Love delivers his best game yet despite drops and a mid-game injury scare, with fans praising his poise and Watson's stud-level catches in big spots. Defense fights through adversity but misses four interceptions—callers call out the need for offseason upgrades at cornerback and defensive line to shore up run defense. Injuries pile up, but the win sparks hope: discussions on getting Reed, Tucker, and others back to form a lethal receiving corps alongside Watson and Dobbs. Bold opinions fly on Matt LaFleur's schemes, play-calling debates, and why this can't be a wasted season with the NFC wide open for a Packers run. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you loved this raw fan breakdown, smash that subscribe button, drop a review, and hit up the comments with your hottest takes on Jordan Love's Toyota-thon potential. Tell me your thoughts on this one—I want to hear from you. Stay tuned for tomorrow's episode laughing at the NFC North rivals. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app

Packers fans unload on a frustrating yet triumphant win—drops galore, Jordan Love's resilience shining through injury, and Christian Watson proving he's the real deal in clutch moments. Callers vent about butterfingered receivers and cornerbacks who couldn't snag easy picks, while debating the team's glaring needs at offensive line and cornerback. This episode captures the raw emotion of grinding out a victory that keeps playoff hopes alive, with unfiltered takes on why this squad could still dominate the North if they get healthy and stop self-sabotaging. Jordan Love delivers his best game yet despite drops and a mid-game injury scare, with fans praising his poise and Watson's stud-level catches in big spots. Defense fights through adversity but misses four interceptions—callers call out the need for offseason upgrades at cornerback and defensive line to shore up run defense. Injuries pile up, but the win sparks hope: discussions on getting Reed, Tucker, and others back to form a lethal receiving corps alongside Watson and Dobbs. Bold opinions fly on Matt LaFleur's schemes, play-calling debates, and why this can't be a wasted season with the NFC wide open for a Packers run. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you loved this raw fan breakdown, smash that subscribe button, drop a review, and hit up the comments with your hottest takes on Jordan Love's Toyota-thon potential. Tell me your thoughts on this one—I want to hear from you. Stay tuned for tomorrow's episode laughing at the NFC North rivals. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito on the resolution of the shutdown, ACA subsidies, the Epstein Files, Toyota, and the recent visit of EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.Morgantown resident Jenn Hastings on Green Bag Road improvements- current and future. 

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --The Morrisey Administration defends their handling of the child welfare system --Toyota will invest over $450 Million in its Putnam County plant--A Wyoming County teacher gets a big surprise--In Sports; WVU lands a big name recruit and Tony Gibson talks about the Appalachian State game this weekend 

It's rare to find someone whose career spans 18 years in automotive manufacturing and venture capital, but Charly Mgwani, Partner at Eclipse Ventures, has done exactly that. His journey from the factory floor at Toyota, Nissan, Tesla and Rivian to backing hard tech companies gives him a perspective many VCs don't have.We sit down with Charly to explore how first principles thinking (questioning assumptions and getting back to root causes) drives real innovation in manufacturing.He walks us through Tesla's early days when they were asking questions nobody in the automotive industry had thought to ask, like whether robots could be programmed to work faster or if there was a better way to design for manufacturing.The conversation covers what Eclipse looks for in the founders they support, why being scrappy can lead to better manufacturing decisions, and why old manufacturing principles need rethinking as the industry flows in the opposite direction.In this episode, find out:How first principles thinking challenges manufacturing assumptions and unlocks innovationWhy asking “why not?” opens possibilities that “that's how it's always been done” closes offThe critical relationship between product design and manufacturability that many companies overlookWhat Charly learned about manufacturing during his time at Toyota and NissanWhy being capital-constrained can force creativity and focus in manufacturingThe questions Tesla asked that nobody in automotive had thought to ask beforeWhat Eclipse Ventures looks for in the founders they back and why that matters for hard tech companiesEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:“I was ten years into my career when Elon was asking questions that had never been asked in automotive before. By forcing us to think about things from a first principle, we started identifying levers like part consolidation that are now commonplace in manufacturing today.”“Most folks design a factory as just what's inside the shell, but then you end up with over-built systems that don't speak to each other. If you design it as one product, like how a vehicle would be designed, there are more synergistic opportunities to simplify the utilities and make them complimentary.”“Manufacturing until recently has always flowed towards low labor costs and consolidation in pursuit of economies of scale. But now it's flowing in the other direction, so that means you can't depend on previous principles and how manufacturing has always been designed.”Links & mentions:Eclipse Ventures, partnering with entrepreneurs boldly transforming the essential industries that define and propel economies. Nexiforge, reindustrializing America with AI-Powered factories for contract manufacturing.Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

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What happens when Toyota resurrects an icon—but strips away the old luxury, amps up the rugged capability, and drops in a turbo-hybrid powertrain built for altitude? Is the new 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser still worthy of its legendary badge… or is it an entirely new beast? John Rush and Richard Rush take you inside the wheel of Toyota's redesigned off-roader: a 5-passenger, i-Force Max hybrid SUV built for adventure but tuned for everyday comfort. But here's the question—can it compete with Broncos, Wranglers, and even the Land Rover Defender… while still keeping that unmistakable Toyota reliability? How does it really drive at Colorado altitude? Does the hybrid deliver more power and better fuel economy? Is the new design closer to the GX… or the beloved FJ? And at a price in the low-to-mid $60s, is this Toyota the smartest buy in the adventure SUV world? If you're shopping off-roaders, comparing hybrids, or wondering whether Toyota reinvented a legend—or replaced it—you won't want to miss this review. Have a question about a car review or a general automotive question? Call the KLZ560am studios in Denver during the Drive-Radio program on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm MT at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Listen live on the KLZ560am app or at https://Drive-Radio.com.

John Stossel. The Fight Against DEI, Woke Corporate America, the HRC and Trans Ideology: The FULL Robby Starbuck Interview. Watch this interview at-https://youtu.be/a6T_4DuT88o?si=BVtK3SGWejqtvMFU   John Stossel 1.12M subscribers 985,492 views Jun 24, 2025 Activist Robby Starbuck got companies like Target, Walmart, and Toyota to drop their woke DEI policies. It sounds hard to believe one man could do that, but he did. Here's how. ———————— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———————— "This is Harley Davidson. It's time for them to be exposed," says Starbuck in one of his social media videos. From DEI trainings to mandatory "ally" pledges, Starbuck posts videos about absurd woke things that big companies do behind closed doors to please activists. In my full hour long interview, he explains how this fight against corporate America worked, how DEI hurts America, and what made him finally speak up. 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Most PMs think their job is to protect the team from change. That mindset is quietly killing projects. In this episode, Jason flips the script, breaking down the critical difference between toxic variation owners, RFIs, chaos, overburden and the good kind of change your team must feel, training, reading, growth, new systems, real lean implementation. You will hear: What PMs should absolutely shield their teams from. The kind of change you should never protect them from. Why humans resist change by default and how to lead them through it. How Japan, Toyota and world class builders focus on people, process and quality, not just money and goals. If you are a project manager who wants to stop sympathy voting your team into mediocrity and start leading them into excellence, this episode is your wake up call.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two

In this hour we discuss healthcare and insurance costs. Fox News Radio's Jeff Monosso joins to talk about a massive investment by Toyota. Finally, it is minority Monday for Buck Don't Give a $&#^.

Today on the Marc Cox Morning Show; Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation joins to talk about satisfaction with Kash Patel, James Comey and more. Fox News Radio's Jeff Monosso joins to talk about a massive investment by Toyota. KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman joins to talk about NFL, college football and the Blues. Plus, Minority Monday on Buck Don't Give a #^%@, Jasmine Crockett compares ICE agents to KKK, and Michelle Obama says she will not run for President until the country grows up.

Fox News Radio's Jeff Monosso joins to talk about a massive investment by Toyota.

Wayne tested flight insurance over a single weekend with a WordPress site and Google ads. When people tried to pay, he showed a fake error message. The result: 15.9% conversion. That validation led to Sure, now powering insurance for Tesla, Toyota, and MasterCard. But the journey was brutal. Wayne worked solo for a year, burning through savings in San Francisco. Flew to South Africa for 7 weeks to land his first insurance partner. The real breakthrough came 4 years later, in 2019, when Elon tweeted about Tesla insurance—instant rocket ship growth. Today Sure is the rails for embedded insurance, like Visa for credit cards.They raised $120M but haven't needed money since 2021 because they've been profitable since their Series B. Why You Should Listen:How to validate an entire business in a weekend. Why he worked solo for a year before raising money or hiring anyone.The exact playbook for pivoting while keeping your old product alive.How one Elon Musk tweet created instant product-market fit.Keywords:startup podcast, startup podcast for founders, Sure, Wayne Slavin, embedded insurance, InsurTech, product validation, bootstrap to profitable, Tesla insurance, B2B pivot00:00:00 Intro00:01:48 The flight to Vegas that sparked a $120M insurance company00:03:03 Building a fake insurance product in one weekend to test demand00:11:00 Working solo for a year while burning through savings00:14:43 Flying to South Africa for 7 weeks to land first insurance partner00:19:58 Convincing 5 friends to quit their jobs00:27:56 Pivoting from mobile app to embedded insurance00:46:03 Elon's tweet creates rocket ship growth overnightSend me a message to let me know what you think!

Lewis Williams is an accomplished Creative Director and Brand Storyteller who's enjoyed great success at two of Chicago's most iconic agencies—Leo Burnett and Burrell Communications, where he served as Chief Creative Officer. Most recently, Lewis had expanded his skillset even further as the EVP, Head of Brand Impact for global PR giant Weber Shandwick.Across 3 decades of his Total Market and Multicultural consumer marketing experience, Lewis has partnered with CMO's of some of the world's best-known brands. Toyota, McDonald's, Walt Disney World, The Coca-Cola Company, Google, The U.S. Army, Disney, American Airlines and Procter and Gamble to name a few. And Lewis has continually brought his client partners strategically driven, award-winning creative that's enabled great brands to establish and maintain strong emotional bonds with their customers.Lewis' work has been recognized by virtually every creative award show on the planet. And his opinion is so respected that he serves on the Creative Review Committee for The Ad Council. He's also served on the prestigious Cannes Lion Jury—including as a member of Cannes Lions 70—Glass: The Lion for Change.Most recently Lewis launched the podcast series OGs AND AUNTIES. The series highlights Advertising Legends that have shaped culture, shifted narratives and launched movements.

In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Jolynn Ledgerwood, learning and development expert, certified Gallup Strengths coach, and founder of Elevate Your Talent. With over 25 years of experience working with global brands like PepsiCo, Frito-Lay, and Toyota, Jolynn introduces us to a transformative methodology called LEGO® Serious Play, a hands-on approach that sparks creativity, strengthens collaboration, and unlocks hidden insights within teams.Together, Natalie and Jolynn explore how “thinking with your hands” activates up to 80% more brain power, why play is vital for innovation and well-being, and how leaders can create environments where every voice, from the CEO to the intern, has a seat at the table. From high school athletes to corporate teams, this episode proves that the opposite of play isn't work, it's stagnation.[00:00 – 03:00] Jolynn's Journey into LEGO® Serious PlayFrom corporate learning roles at PepsiCo and Toyota to creative facilitation.How LEGO® reinvented itself and how Jolynn discovered its team-building power.Only 100 certified practitioners in the U.S. versus 15,000 in Europe, why Americans still struggle to see “play” as productive.[03:01 – 07:00] The Science of Thinking with Your HandsUsing LEGO® unlocks up to 80% more brain power.The four-step methodology: question → build → share → reflect.How creativity allows all personality types, even quiet thinkers, to express themselves fully.[07:01 – 10:00] Building Trust and Curiosity Through PlayLEGO® Serious Play creates safe, judgment-free conversations.Why every build is “right” for the person who made it.Metaphors and subconscious meaning in simple pieces and the power of asking, “Tell me more about what you built.”[10:01 – 14:00] Real-World Example: A Basketball Team's TransformationFacilitating a workshop with a high school girls' team to build unity.How players gained empathy and emotional awareness through their builds.Discovering that supporting teammates means seeing beyond performance.[14:01 – 18:00] Courageous Leadership and Unexpected InsightsWhy it takes a brave leader to invite play into the workplace.LEGO® as a tool for perspective-taking and emotional intelligence.Seeing the same model from different angles and how it changes interpretation.[18:01 – 22:00] Building Culture in Times of ChangeHow LEGO® sessions rebuild morale after layoffs or restructuring.The danger of calling connection “fluff” and why it's business-critical.Creating “simple guiding principles” from each session to carry forward.[22:01 – 25:00] Play as a Pathway to InnovationThe opposite of play isn't work, it's depression.Inviting creativity through LEGO®, Play-Doh, or even watercolor.How play fosters engagement, focus, and retention in teams.[25:01 – 27:00] Final Reflections and Call to LeadersWhy leaders must make space for curiosity and fun at work.Mary Poppins wisdom: “In every job that must be done, there's an element of fun.”When teams play together, innovation follows naturally.Quotes:“It takes a courageous leader to bring play into the workplace.” – Jolynn Ledgerwood“Leaders who embrace creativity give permission for authenticity.” – Jolynn Ledgerwood“You never know what your team is capable of until you invite play into the process.” – Jolynn LedgerwoodWebsite: elevateyourtalent.coLinkedIn: Jolynn Ledgerwood Podcast: Play for PerformanceIf this conversation inspired you, leave a review and share this episode with a leader who's ready to reimagine what creativity and connection look like at work.

En este podcast te contamos más cosas sobre el nuevo servicio que hemos montado para todos los seguidores de Garaje Hermético. Ahora tienes en nuestra/vuestra página web “Garajehermetico.com” una selección de coches de ocasión a buen precio y con pocos kilómetros que te ofrecemos en colaboración con Ruteo. La primera selección que te ofrecemos son coches para viajar, de bajo consumo y con el máximo confort Si es lo que estás buscando, echa un vistazo a esos coches en el siguiente enlace: https://www.garajehermetico.com/ruteo/ ¿Alguna vez has tenido la sensación de estar viviendo una invasión de clones? Aparcas tu SUV compacto en el centro comercial y, al volver, te cuesta distinguirlo de los otros cinco que han aparcado a su lado. ¿Es una crisis de ideas global? ¿Se han quedado los diseñadores sin imaginación? La realidad es más compleja. No es falta de creatividad, es un exceso de restricciones. Los diseñadores tienen hoy menos libertad que nunca, y su trabajo está encorsetado por cinco "tiranos" que dictan la forma de un coche antes de que el lápiz toque el papel. Las 5 Razones de la Uniformidad: 1. La Tiranía de la Aerodinámica El enemigo número uno de un coche moderno, y especialmente de un SUV (que es alto y chato por definición), es el viento. En un coche eléctrico, un mal coeficiente aerodinámico (Cx) puede costar decenas de kilómetros de autonomía. En uno de combustión, cada gramo de CO2 es vital para evitar las multas multimillonarias de la Unión Europea. La forma más barata y eficaz de bajar el consumo es mejorar el Cx. 2. La Jaula de Oro de la Seguridad y las Regulaciones El coche deportivo de tus sueños, bajo, afilado y con morro en cuña, sería hoy prácticamente ilegal. Las normativas de seguridad, especialmente las de Euro NCAP, lo han cambiado todo. Para proteger a los peatones en caso de atropello, el capó debe ser alto y relativamente "blando", dejando un espacio de deformación vital entre la chapa y las partes duras del motor. Adiós a los morros bajos. 3. El "Efecto IKEA" de las Plataformas Modulares Las plataformas modulares (como la MQB de Volkswagen, la EMP2 de Stellantis o la TNGA de Toyota) son un milagro de la ingeniería de costes, pero un lastre para la diferenciación. El ahorro ya no solo está en compartir motores o suspensiones, sino en los "Hard Points" o puntos fijos del diseño. 4. El Miedo a ser Diferente: Marketing y "Design Clinics" Antaño, un diseñador jefe tenía poder para arriesgar y escandalizar al mundo, creando coches que hoy se consideran obras de arte. Hoy, eso es imposible por culpa de los "focus group" o "clínicas de diseño". Antes de aprobar un coche, las marcas meten los prototipos en una sala y preguntan a clientes potenciales qué opinan. 5. El Diseño por Ordenador (CAD) Irónicamente, la herramienta que debería dar libertad infinita, el Diseño Asistido por Ordenador, es el último clavo en el ataúd de la originalidad. Hoy se usa el "diseño generativo". Los ingenieros introducen en el software todos los parámetros y restricciones (Regla 1: Plataforma MQB. Regla 2: Seguridad peatones. Regla 3: Cx de 0.28. Regla 4: Espacio para 5) y el programa "sugiere" las formas óptimas. Si los ingenieros de Ford, Renault y Volkswagen usan los mismos programas y las mismas reglas físicas, ¿sorprende que el resultado final sea casi el mismo? La Prueba: La Invasión de los Clones Esta uniformidad forzada se ve en todos los segmentos: -La Plaga del "SUV Coupé": Lo que empezó como el sacrilegio del BMW X6 ahora es un estándar. Del Audi Q5 Sportback al Renault Arkana, todos copian la misma silueta de techo descendente que mata el espacio trasero y la visibilidad. -El Segmento C: Es el ojo del huracán. Coches como el Qashqai, Tucson, Austral o 3008 compiten por el mismo cliente "para todo". El resultado es un diseño por consenso: cintura alta, frontal chato y los inevitables pasos de rueda de plástico negro. -Los Eléctricos: Aquí la aerodinámica lo es todo. Para maximizar la autonomía, todos acaban siendo un "Optimus Blob": un diseño redondeado, sin aristas, con parrillas tapadas y manillas enrasadas. El Tesla Model Y, el VW ID.4 o el Skoda Enyaq son esclavos del túnel de viento. Conclusión ¿Son todos los SUV iguales? En gran medida, sí, porque no les queda más remedio. Están atrapados en un corsé definido por la Aerodinámica que los redondea, la Seguridad que los hace chatos, la Plataforma Modular que fija sus proporciones y el Marketing que penaliza el riesgo. Los SUV modernos son, quizás, el resultado de la optimización total; el coche perfecto para las hojas de cálculo, pero, a menudo, el más aburrido para el corazón.

What happens when Toyota takes the humble Corolla name and turns it into a fire-breathing hot hatch?

In dieser Folge machen Frank und Jens eine Zeitreise von Ihrer Kindheit bis hin zur Gegenwart.

This week on America on the Road, co-hosts Jack Nerad and Chris Teague take on the latest headlines, including Tesla's new rental-car gamble, auto industry shake-ups, and major new vehicle debuts ahead of the LA Auto Show. In our road test segment, Jack gets behind the wheel of a true enthusiast's dream car, the 2025 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium, while Chris tests the potent yet family-ready 2025 Ford Explorer ST. In our exclusive interview, we welcome Jonathan Yu, Product Expert for the all-new 2026 Honda Prelude, who shares insights on the return of one of Honda's most iconic nameplates.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Friday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan explains the sharp drop in U.S. markets, the internal divide inside the Federal Reserve, Trump's push to revive the housing market, and new White House actions on immigration, energy, and manufacturing. He also brings global updates from Iran, Syria, Germany, and Ukraine. Markets Slide After Record High: The Dow fell sharply after reaching a new peak earlier in the week. Bryan notes that overvalued stocks, high levels of margin debt, and concerns about an AI bubble are creating real fear on Wall Street. He warns that the pullback signals deeper economic stress that has been building for months. Federal Reserve Split on Rate Cuts: Fed leaders cannot agree on whether to lower interest rates again. Some point to weakening jobs data, falling retail spending, and rising household debt. Others claim the economy is stable. Bryan counters that missed car payments, climbing credit card balances, and new foreclosures show that ordinary Americans are under serious strain. White House Floats Portable Mortgages: The administration is considering a plan that would let homeowners transfer their low mortgage rates to a new house. Bryan explains that the idea could unlock the frozen housing market. He also highlights JD Vance's argument that deportation of millions of illegal immigrants could free up homes, which mirrors Canada's recent experience. Immigration Crackdown Widens: Trump revived the public charge rule and added new medical screenings to keep out foreigners who are likely to require long-term care. The State Department says the change protects taxpayers and ensures economically stable immigration. Democrats call the policy discriminatory. Trump says it is simply common sense. Energy and Manufacturing Developments: New York approved a natural gas pipeline from Pennsylvania after pressure from Washington. Supporters say it will lower electricity costs. Environmental activists are furious. Meanwhile, Toyota announced a fourteen billion dollar hybrid battery plant in North Carolina. Bryan calls it proof that the administration's trade strategy is reshaping global manufacturing. Iran's Water Crisis: Iran's leaders warned the capital city of Tehran could run out of water within weeks. Officials asked citizens to ration water and pray. Bryan argues the crisis reflects decades of corruption and mismanagement inside the regime. Trump Meets Syria's New President: Syria's leader asked the United States for help rebuilding his military. The meeting became awkward when Trump jokingly sprayed him with Trump for Men cologne. Video of JD Vance trying not to laugh has already gone viral. Europe Confronts Migration Fallout: Germany confirmed a polio case traced to an Afghan migrant. The city of Magdeburg canceled its Christmas market because of terror concerns. Bryan says Europe's leaders are refusing to face reality about the risks created by uncontrolled migration. Ukraine Corruption Scandal: Ukrainian officials close to President Zelensky were arrested for stealing one hundred million dollars from the defense ministry. Bryan warns that American and European patience with Kyiv is rapidly fading. Good News for the Weekend: A British study found that walking only fifteen minutes a day can reduce the risk of early death by more than eighty percent. Bryan encourages listeners to get outside, breathe deeply, and enjoy the gift of movement.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Dow market drop, Federal Reserve rate debate, portable mortgages housing policy, Trump immigration public charge, New York natural gas pipeline, Toyota hybrid battery plant, Iran water shortage Tehran, Trump Syria meeting cologne, Germany polio migrant case, Ukraine corruption arrests, fifteen minute walking study

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In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Apple CarPlay possibly coming to Tesla cars, VW getting access to Superchargers, a Toyota electric pickup, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla is working on Apple CarPlay integration, report says Tesla recalls over 10,000 Powerwalls in the US after several fires Tesla Supercharger live availability is now in Google Maps Volkswagen EVs finally get access to Tesla Superchargers (for real this time) Waymo expands service map and adds freeway access to three major US cities Toyota's first electric pickup is finally here [Images] Toyota opens the doors to its first EV battery plant in the US, but that's not all Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/TaYQYgsgsxQ

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The first Toyota electric vehicle batteries built in the U.S. rolled off the line in North Carolina this week. It was the culmination of a 14 billion dollar project taking place over the last four years. WRAL's Grace Holland shares her experience touring the assembly line.

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Shoot us a Text.Episode #1195: Toyota doubles down on hybrids with a $14B battery bet. Waymo hits the freeway ahead of Tesla in the autonomy race. And OpenAI unveils a “warmer” GPT-5.1 with customizable personalities and smarter responses.We'll be at Automobility LA at the LA Auto Show next Thursday, November 20 hosting the LA Auto Show Sessions. Thanks to our friends at Cars Commerce and Curbee for making it possible. 25% off registration with code MoreThanCars. https://laautoshow.com/meShow Notes with links:As U.S. EV momentum slows, Toyota is increasing its already big bet that hybrids, not full electrics, are the future of American green driving, anchored by a massive new battery plant in North Carolina.Toyota's new $14B plant in Liberty, NC is its largest U.S. battery investment yet.The facility will power hybrid production in Kentucky and Alabama, with plans for EV and plug-in hybrid output.Roughly half of Toyota's U.S. sales are already hybrids or EVs, led by hybrid-only Camry and Sienna models.The RAV4 will become 100% hybrid in 2026, with plug-in sales expected to quadruple.“Regardless of where the regulation goes, we will have the capacity to support our compliance needs,” said David Christ, Toyota North America brand chief.Waymo has a commanding lead in the autonomous vehicle race now launching the first-ever robotaxi service on highways across three major U.S. cities. The move distances it even further from rivals like Tesla and Zoox.New highway service rolls out in San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles, initially for limited riders.This milestone extends Waymo's reach to San Jose and introduces airport pickups at San Jose International.The Waymo Driver has shown 91% fewer serious-injury crashes compared to human drivers.Waymo now operates over 2,500 vehicles and has logged more than 100 million driverless miles.“The Waymo Driver does not get tired, does not lose focus and does not make emotional decisions behind the wheel,” said project manager Jacopo Sannazzaro.OpenAI has rolled out GPT-5.1, calling it a smarter, more engaging upgrade to its August release of GPT-5—complete with expanded personality settings and model matching enhancements.GPT-5.1 includes “Instant” and “Thinking” variants, optimized for speed, clarity, and task persistence.New personality presets include Candid, Quirky, Nerdy, Cynical, and more, adding tone flexibility.Users will begin to see model auto-matching and personalization tools in settings.The upgrade follows user backlash to GPT-5 and competition from Anthropic powering Microsoft tools.“We're well past the point of one-size-fits-all,” said Fidji Simo, OpenAI's CEO of Applications.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

In this episode of the Beacon Way podcast, host Adrienne Wilkerson welcomes a special guest, Steve Koscik, who has been the fractional CFO at Beacon for the past three years. Steve shares his extensive background, having previously served as a CFO for a Toyota-based material handling company. He discusses the substantial benefits of fractional CFO services, including financial clarity, KPI setup, cash flow optimization, and strategic decisionsupport. Steve explains the differences between fractional and full-time CFO roles, emphasizing mentorship and efficient financial systems. Additionally, the conversation covers how AI and tools like Giraffe are revolutionizing financial management. The episode concludes with insights on preparing effective business budgets and tips for financial planning. Don't miss out on understanding the significance of a fractional CFO and how it can transform your business!Links mentioned in today's episode:Think CFO: https://www.thinkcfo.net/ Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-koscik-cpa-mba/Email Steve at: steve@thinkcfo.net

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Disney saying film studio expenses weigh on current quarter. Streaming prices are soaring, and consumers are still paying. The Nasdaq whale's Nvidia sale smells desperate. Sundar Pichai is Google's AI wartime CEO after all. Toyota doubles down on hybrids in the US. Michael Burry shuts down Scion.

- Subprime Defaults Hit All-Time High - Solid-State Batteries Getting Overhyped - F1 Team Values on the Rise - Toyota Starts Production at New Battery Plant - VW Could Use Rivian Architecture for ICEs - Apollo Go Robotaxi on Profit Path - Waymo Expanding Onto Freeways - China Considers Vehicle Acceleration Limit

- Subprime Defaults Hit All-Time High - Solid-State Batteries Getting Overhyped - F1 Team Values on the Rise - Toyota Starts Production at New Battery Plant - VW Could Use Rivian Architecture for ICEs - Apollo Go Robotaxi on Profit Path - Waymo Expanding Onto Freeways - China Considers Vehicle Acceleration Limit

El fin de semana motorístico dejó dos grandes focos de atención: el Gran Premio de Brasil de Fórmula 1 y el Rally de Japón del WRC. Ambos escenarios magníficos que nos acercan un cierre de temporada cargado de tensión y que se analizan a fondo en el segundo episodio de la semana del Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1. Interlagos, como siempre, un gran escenario. En Interlagos, Lando Norris confirmó su mejor momento desde su llegada a la categoría. El británico dominó el fin de semana de principio a fin: pole, sprint y victoria en la carrera principal. Su rendimiento fue, está siendo, impecable, sin errores ni vacilaciones, lo que le ha permitido acumular el máximo de puntos posibles en un GP sprint. Mientras tanto, Verstappen seguía dando espectáculo: debió sobreponerse a un pinchazo y a una estrategia alterada – y acertada – que le obligó a realizar tres paradas, aunque logró rescatar un podio y mantener vivas sus opciones. Piastri, en cambio, se vio lastrado por un incidente con Antonelli – tras otro – que le supuso una sanción en el caso del domingo. La tónica del domingo. Las salidas accidentadas marcaron la tónica del domingo: Russell perdió posiciones y los choques de Ocon y Bortoleto provocaron el coche de seguridad. Poco después, una cadena de toques entre Piastri, Antonelli y Leclerc dejó al monegasco fuera, añadiendo más drama a una carrera que fue de las peores para la Scuderia esta temporada, sobre todo si tenemos en cuenta que Leclerc tenía muchas posibilidades. McLaren acertó, Red Bull resistió y Norris se mostró imperturbable, demostrando que ha aprendido de los errores del pasado y que ya compite como un piloto de campeonato. Mientras tanto, en Japón,… Por otro lado, en el WRC, a falta de la última prueba, en Arabia Saudí, Sebastian Ogier ha puesto la directa para conseguir el noveno título con un Evans que le ha aguantado bastante bien y que sigue líder del Mundial por la mínima. Rovanpera se descartó por un pequeño error, que le costó el rally y la lucha por el título con las mejores garantías. Queda un rally, todo puede pasar, por supuesto, pero esto pinta muy muy bien para el francés, salvo una machada de Elfyn Evans. Además, ya sabemos que Ogier hará otro año más y que Solberg se incorpora a la disciplina de Toyota en la categoría reina. El dominio de Toyota en casa fue total, y la Power Stage selló la supremacía de Ogier, mientras los pilotos españoles, con Cachón a la cabeza, completaron un destacado papel. A falta de una sola cita, el título parece encaminado hacia las manos del veterano francés, aunque en el WRC nunca se puede dar nada por sentado. Ahora llegamos a un fin de semana de descanso, y nos hace falta tomar aire, porque ambas competiciones, tan distintas en forma como en espíritu, están compartiendo un denominador común: la excelencia en la ejecución y la emoción hasta el final. Norris y Ogier – dos pilotos en momentos diferentes de sus trayectorias – dejaron claro que la combinación de talento, experiencia y concentración sigue siendo la clave del éxito. Tanto en Brasil como en Japón, la precisión marcó la diferencia. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Description:In this episode of Kilowatt, we dive into the latest in EV and clean energy news. We start with Toyota's debut electric pickup, the Hilux BEV, which offers just 149 miles of range. We then dissect the EV sales narrative, has demand really cooled or is the media spinning the story? We examine Ford's electric F-150 and Ford's EV business loses. Aptera advances its EV plans with a new validation assembly line, while Rivian's CEO secures a massive $4.6 billion compensation package. Plus, we touch on Tesla's loss of a key program manager and discuss EV market surges in the UK and France.Support the Show: www.supportkilowatt.comOther Podcasts:Beyond the Post YouTubeBeyond the Post PodcastShuffle Playlist918Digital WebsiteNews Links:Toyota's First Electric Truck Can Only Manage 149 Miles on a ChargeEV sales still have not fallen, cooled, slowed or slumped. Media is lying to you.Ford Says Electric F-150 Will Start Under $40,000. It Can Also Power Your HomeHow Bad Are EV Sales? The Truth Behind the SlowdownRivian's CEO Secured a $4.6 Billion Elon-Style Pay DayAptera builds validation assembly line en route to scaled productionTesla loses program manager behind its most successful electric carEVs At 31.1% Share In France — Social Leasing Boost - CleanTechnicaElectric cars take over a quarter of UK car market in October*ART PROVIDED BY DALL-eSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/kilowatt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The blog postIn this episode of Lean Blog Audio, Mark Graban reads and reflects on his post “Fred Noe of Jim Beam: Leadership Lessons on Mistakes, Innovation, and Long-Term Thinking.”What can a seventh-generation master distiller teach us about leadership, experimentation, and learning from mistakes? Quite a lot, as it turns out. Drawing on two in-person encounters with Fred Noe—at the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, and at a Bourbon Society event—Mark shares timeless lessons from a leader who practices Lean principles without ever using the jargon.Fred's stories about 4,000-gallon “small batch” experiments, revisiting brown rice Bourbon years later, and guiding his son Freddie through failed blends show how humility, patience, and long-term vision create both great whiskey and great organizations.

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Fresh news out of Washington: as a potential end to the shutdown looms - and Treasury Secretary Bessent makes new comments promising relief on prices... Carl Quintanilla and Sara Eisen broke down the latest, along with a slew of breaking news just crossing at 10 out of both the Federal Reserve and the AI complex. Jefferies Chief Market Strategist David Zervos gave his take on what it all means for stocks, while the team also got a read from the ground on the airlines - and any ongoing shutdown impacts - with the CEO of Delta.  Also in focus: AMD shares surging as investors get bullish on the name - hear one chip analyst's take on the double-digit move, and whether shares are still a buy here. Plus: details on Toyota's big new EV bet here in the U.S., announced just this hour.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alidad Hamidi: The Tax Agile Teams Pay for Organizational Standards Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "If you set targets for people, they will achieve the target, even if that means destroying the system around them." - W. Edwards Deming (quoted by Alidad)   The tension is familiar to every Scrum Master working in large organizations: leadership demands standard operating models, flow time metrics below specific numbers, and reporting structures that fit neat boxes. Meanwhile, teams struggle under the weight of context-insensitive measurements that ignore the nuanced reality of their work. Alidad faces this challenge daily—creating balance between organizational demands and what teams actually need to transform and thrive.   His approach starts with a simple but powerful question to leaders: "What is it that you want to achieve with these metrics?" Going beyond corporate-speak to have real conversations reveals that most leaders want outcomes, not just numbers. Alidad then involves teams in defining strategies to achieve those outcomes, framing metrics as "the tax we pay" or "the license to play." When teams understand the intent and participate in the strategy, something surprising happens—most metrics naturally improve because teams are delivering genuine value, customers are happy, and team dynamics are healthy.   But context sensitivity remains critical. Alidad uses a vivid analogy: "If you apply lean metrics to Pixar Studio, you're gonna kill Pixar Studio. If you apply approaches of Pixar Studio to production line, they will go bankrupt in less than a month." Toyota's production line and Pixar's creative studio both need different approaches based on their context, team evolution, organizational maturity, and market environment. He advocates aligning teams to value delivery with end-to-end metrics rather than individual team measurements, recognizing that organizations operate in ecosystem models beyond simple product paradigms.   Perhaps most important is patience. "Try to not drink coffee for a week," Alidad challenges. "Even for a single person, one practice, it's very hard to change your behavior. Imagine for organization of hundreds of thousands of people." Organizations move through learning cycles at their own rhythm. Our job isn't to force change at the speed we prefer—it's to take responsibility for our freedom and find ways to move the system, accepting that systems have their own speed.   Self-reflection Question: Which metrics are you applying to your teams without considering their specific context, and what conversation do you need to have with leadership about the outcomes those metrics are meant to achieve?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

In this episode of The Healers Café, Manon speaks to Nina, with 18 years of marketing experience, now helps healers grow businesses without burnout.  For the transcript and full story go to: https://www.drmanonbolliger.com/nina-maglic  Highlights from today's episode include:  Nina explains building relationships is essential in both healing and business—trust and authenticity come before selling or offering services, especially for healers. Nina's personal healing requires letting go of expectations, surrender, and addressing subconscious benefits of holding onto pain; nearly everyone can heal with the right mindset and support. Manon's authentic connection and word-of-mouth are powerful tools for healing practitioners to grow their practices—genuine help and trust create referrals and sustainable success. BIO: NINA MAGLIC With 18 years of experience leading campaigns for global brands like Toyota and Samsung, Nina now helps healers grow purpose-driven businesses without burnout. She blends marketing strategy, business clarity, and energy healing to help clients attract aligned clients and scale with ease. Nina's presence is magnetic, her story deeply relatable, and her mission clear: to help healers thrive so they can help heal the world. Core purpose/passion: My mission is to help healers thrive—so they can help heal the world. That's why I created Healing Millions, a movement that supports healers in building aligned, sustainable businesses without burnout. I believe true healing is a layered process that requires support, intuition, and deep inner work. Through my programs, I guide people in releasing generational trauma, limiting beliefs, and fear—so they can step fully into their purpose and grow with peace and clarity. – Facebook | Instagram |  LinkedIn  |  YouTube  |  Twitter | Website   ABOUT MANON BOLLIGER: Dr. Manon is a Naturopathic Doctor, the Founder of Bowen College, an International Speaker, she did a TEDx talk "Your Body is Smarter Than You Think. Why Aren't You Listening?"  in Jan 2021, and is the author of Amazon best-selling books "What Patient's Don't Say if Doctors Don't Ask". & "A Healer in Every Household" For more great information to go to her weekly blog:  http://bowencollege.com/blog.   For tips on health & healing go to: https://www.drmanonbolliger.com/tips  Follow: Manon Bolliger - | Linktr.ee | Rumble | Gettr  | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn | Follow: Bowen College Inc. | Facebook | Instagram  | LinkedIn | YouTube | Twitter | Rumble | Locals ABOUT THE HEALERS CAFE: Dr. Manon's show is the #1 show for medical practitioners and holistic healers to have heart to heart conversations about their day to day lives.  Follow Dr. Manon, ND on social media!  FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrManonBolliger/   IG: https://www.instagram.com/drmanonbolliger/   Follow the podcast on social media! FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehealerscafe  

Apply for the May 2026 Japan Leadership Experience—https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/Where is your primary focus as a leader, change practitioner, or organization? Getting business results? Improving processes? Or developing people? What if the real key to lasting business success isn't found in metrics or milestones—but in how you create a culture that nurtures people and their problem-solving capabilities? In this episode I explore what it really takes to deliver sustainable organizational success, and why building a people-centered learning culture—one where developing others isn't an afterthought, but the foundation that enables operational excellence and, ultimately, better business outcomes.Effective leadership begins when you shift from managing results to developing people—creating the conditions for continuous improvement, engagement, and growth.When you put people first, results follow.Whether you are a senior executive, lean practitioner, or team leader, that's how you build organizations that learn, adapt, and thrive—today and for generations to come.YOU'LL LEARN:How Toyota's philosophy of Monozukuri wa hitozukuri (“We make people so we can make things”) shapes a people-first culture of learning and improvementWhy focusing on people → process → results (not the reverse) drives lasting impact across teams and organizationsThe interdependence of three qualities that support business success  —quality of people development, quality of work, and quality of results – to create sustainable impact Insights from real leaders about how shifting from results-focused to people-focused leadership led to  significant measurable improvement in business outcomesHow to model intentional leadership practices to develop people, foster engagement, and sustain a culture of continuous learning and improvementIMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes with links to other podcast episodes and resources: ChainOfLearning.com/58 Check out my website for resources and ways to work with me KBJAnderson.comFollow me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kbjandersonLearn more about my Japan Leadership Experience: kbjanderson.com/japantripTIMESTAMPS FOR THIS EPISODE:01:51 What leadership with purpose truly means02:06 Why Toyota's motto, “ The only secret to Toyota is its attitude towards learning,” is its secret to success03:18 Three interrelated qualities that determine lasting business success represented by a pyramid03:45 [Third level] Results - The outcomes customers see04:12 [Second level] Process - The technical and operational systems that make the work flow better04:37 [First level] People - The foundation that nurtures people, problem-solving, and learning05:28 Why the Western approach is backwards when it comes to people, processes, and results06:50 The meaning of the quote, “profit is excrement,” that captures the backwardness of the usual business approach to success07:39 The difference between lean as a transactional toolkit versus a way of nurturing people and problem solving at all levels07:53 Why putting people first is not just in Japan or for Toyota leaders08:41 Leaders who put people first as the foundation for success10:12 The challenge in putting people first10:38 An example from Gustavo of why our intentions and our actions are aligned12:29 Gustavo's realization that he had a people engagement problem13:20 The positive results in engagement when he focused on people first14:08 What leadership in action looks like14:35 What it really means to create a chain of learning across your organization15:00 The two pillars of the Toyota Way15:43 Three questions to ask yourself as you reflect on this episode16:26 Questions to ask your people to create a cycle of reflection and continuous improvement17:13 How to build organizations and leaders that last Apply for the May 2026 Japan Leadership Experiencehttps://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/

A YouTuber powers his entire home using batteries pulled from disposable vapes. It's an ingenious (if slightly dangerous) recycling project that shows how creative energy storage can get. Germany — the country that started the global solar revolution — actually has worse solar potential than Saskatchewan's darkest month! Still, by inspiring the boom that made solar cheap and widespread, Germany paved the way for countries like China to dominate solar manufacturing today. Join The Clean Energy Show on Patreon for free and get this month's bonus episode! Also this week: coal mines are heating homes in the UK, Nissan sells its HQ to stay afloat, Toyota delays its solid-state EV battery (again), and a giant Australian grid battery survives a major failure. The Lightning Round COP conference coverage vs. cruise ads, Spain nearly coal-free, edible road salt in Sweden, Texas breaks a November heat record, and Germany launches Europe's largest battery storage project. Contact Us cleanenergyshow@gmail.com or leave us an online voicemail: http://speakpipe.com/clean Support The Clean Energy Show Join the Clean Club on our Patreon Page to receive perks for supporting the podcast and our planet! Our PayPal Donate Page offers one-time or regular donations. Store Visit The Clean Energy Show Store for T-shirts, hats, and more!. Copyright 2025 Sneeze Media.    

Newly promoted and still stuck in "super-doer" mode? Here's how to rebalance control, culture, and delegation so the whole team scales—safely and fast.  Why do new managers struggle when they're promoted from "star doer" to "leader"? Because your brain stays in production mode while your job has shifted to people, culture, and systems. After promotion, you're accountable not only for your own KPIs but for the entire team's outcomes. It's tempting to cling to tasks you control—dashboards, sequencing, reporting—because they're tangible and quick wins. But 2025 leadership in Japan, Australia, the US, and Europe demands more: setting strategy, articulating vision, and developing capability. The pivot is psychological—move from "I produce" to "I enable production," or you'll cap growth and burn out. Do now: List your top five "leader-only" responsibilities and five tasks to delegate this week; schedule handovers with owners and dates.  Mini-summary: New leaders fail by over-doing; succeed by re-wiring attention from personal output to team capability. What's the practical difference between managing processes and leading people? Managers ensure things are done right; leaders ensure we're doing the right things—and growing people as we go.Processes secure quality, timeliness, budget discipline, and compliance. Leadership adds direction: strategy, culture, talent development, and context setting. Across sectors—manufacturing in Aichi, B2B SaaS in Seattle, retail in Sydney—over-indexing on process alone turns humans into "system attachments," stifling initiative and innovation. Over-indexing on people without controls risks safety, regulatory breaches, and inconsistent delivery. The art is dynamic dosage: tighten or loosen controls as competency, risk, and stakes shift. Do now: For each workflow, rate "risk" and "competency." High risk/low competency → tighter checks; low risk/high competency → more autonomy.  Mini-summary: Processes protect, people propel; leaders tune both based on risk and capability. How much control is "just enough" without killing initiative or risking compliance? Use the guardrail test: prevent safety/compliance violations while leaving room for stretch, accountability, and growth. Post-pandemic supply chains, ESG scrutiny, and Japan's regulator expectations mean leaders can't "set and forget." Too few checks invite fines—or jail time for accountable officers; too many checks create Theory X micromanagement that freezes learning. Borrow from Toyota's jidoka spirit: stop the line when risk spikes, but otherwise let teams problem-solve. In SMEs and startups, standardise the critical few controls (safety, security, data) and keep the rest principle-based to preserve speed. Do now: Write a one-page "controls charter" listing non-negotiables (safety, compliance) and "managed freedoms" (experiments, pilots, scope to improve).  Mini-summary: Guardrails first, freedom second—enough control to stay legal and safe, enough autonomy to develop people. How do I stop doing my team's work and start scaling through delegation? Delegate outcomes, not chores—and accept short-term pain for long-term scale. Many first-time managers keep their player tasks because they distrust others or fear being accountable for mistakes. That works for a quarter, not a year. By FY2026, targets rise while your personal capacity doesn't. Multinationals from Rakuten to Siemens train leaders to assign the "what" and "why," agree on milestones and quality criteria, then coach on the "how." Expect a temporary dip as skills climb; measure trajectory, not perfection. Do now: Pick two tasks you still hoard. Define success, constraints, and checkpoints; delegate by Friday, then coach at the first checkpoint.  Mini-summary: Let go to grow; specify outcomes and coach to capability. How can I balance micro-management and neglect in day-to-day leadership? Replace "hovering" and "hands-off" with scheduled, high-leverage follow-up. Micromanagement announces low trust; neglect announces low care. Instead, run structured check-ins: purpose, progress, problems, pivots. In regulated environments (banks, healthcare, manufacturing), confirm evidence of controls; in creative or GTM teams, probe learning, experiments, and customer signals. Across APAC, leaders who share decision frameworks (RACI/DACI; risk thresholds; escalation paths) cut rework and surprise escalations. Do now: Implement a weekly 20-minute "PPP" per direct report—Progress (facts), Problems (risks), Pivots (next choices)—with artefacts attached in advance.  Mini-summary: Neither smother nor ignore—use predictable, evidence-based check-ins to align and de-risk. When should leaders "lead from the front" versus "get out of the way"? Front-load leadership in ambiguity; step back once clarity, competence, and controls exist. In crises, new markets, or safety-critical launches, visible, directive leadership calms noise and sets pace (think: first 90 days of a turnaround or a factory start-up). As routines stabilise, flip to servant leadership: remove blockers, broker resources, and celebrate small wins. In Japan, Nemawashi-style groundwork before meetings accelerates execution; in the US and Europe, crisp owner-dated action registers keep speed without rework. The best leaders oscillate based on context, not ego. Do now: For each initiative, label its phase (Explore/Build/Run). Explore = lead hands-on; Build = co-pilot; Run = empower with audits.  Mini-summary: Lead hard in fog; empower once the road is clear and guardrails hold. Conclusion: your real job is capability, culture, and controlled freedom Great organisations don't trade people for process or vice-versa—they orchestrate both. As of 2025, the winners grow leaders who tune controls to risk, develop people faster than targets rise, and delegate outcomes with smart follow-up. Stop carrying the team on your back. Build a team that carries the work—safely, compliantly, and proudly.  Optional FAQs Is micromanagement ever right? Only for high-risk, low-competency tasks; use it briefly, with a plan to taper. What if my team is slower than me? That's normal initially; coach cadence and quality, not perfection. How do I avoid regulator trouble? Document controls, evidence checks, and incident response paths; audit monthly. What do I say to ex-peers I now manage? Reset expectations: new role, shared goals, clear decision rights, and escalation routes.  Next steps for leaders/executives Write your one-page controls charter and review it with Legal/Compliance. Convert two "player" tasks into delegated outcomes this week. Install weekly PPP check-ins with artefacts attached in advance. Map each initiative to Explore/Build/Run and adjust your involvement accordingly.  Author Credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews. 

What if the real "king" of every project isn't the one in the trailer, but the one holding the tools? In this episode, Jason breaks down a timeless Toyota lesson - the worker is the king. The foremen and craftspeople are the ones who create value; everyone else exists to support them. Through this lens, he challenges leaders to stop hiding behind software, desks, and meetings, and start serving the field. You'll learn why leaders are a cost until they remove waste for others, how true Lean companies stay close to the Gemba, and why projects collapse the moment we forget who actually builds. If you want job sites with trust, flow, and respect where workers feel like heroes, not afterthoughts, this episode is the wake-up call you need. Listen in and remember: the king is the one who builds. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two

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Shoot us a Text.Episode #1192: Ford faces a jolt of EV reality as the F-150 Lightning may lose its spark. Meanwhile, SEMA goes full throttle with hydrogen, hybrids, and horsepower. And Progressive's “Flo” gets a digital copilot as AI helps animals hit the road in the brand's latest ad.Show Notes with links:Ford is reportedly weighing the end of its all-electric F-150 Lightning as it reassesses its EV strategy amid steep losses and cooling demand. The move would mark a dramatic shift from what Ford once called a “Model T moment.”Ford's Model e division has lost $2.2B in the first half of 2025 and Lightning production remains paused after a fire at aluminum supplier Novelis,Sales have plateaued: only 24,577 units sold through October and fewer than 100,000 total since launch.Ford execs are prioritizing gas and hybrid F-150s as EV tax credits fade and consumer demand softens.The review echoes moves by GM and Stellantis, both of which have scaled back electric truck plans.The SEMA Show once again delivered its signature mix of over-the-top creativity and real-world innovation. Automakers used the Las Vegas stage to showcase performance, personalization, and the future of vehicle design.Ford unveiled the Maverick 300T, a 300-hp street truck featuring the Mustang's turbocharger, a lowered stance, and sport-tuned suspension aimed at AWD trims.Honda came in hot with eight prototypes, led by the Civic Type R HRC Rally XP built for rally racing.Toyota showed off a Turbo Trail Cruiser based on a 1985 Land Cruiser FJ60.Nissan's Dune Patrol turned the Armada into a desert racer.“SEMA has become the proving ground for what's next in personalization — if it's wild enough to work here, it's only a matter of time before it hits the street,” said one show organizer.Progressive is putting artificial intelligence in the driver's seat—literally—in its new ad “Drive Like an Animal.” The spot uses AI-generated visuals to depict animals behind the wheel while promoting the company's Snapshot® program, which personalizes rates based on actual driving habits.The ad combines AI-generated animation with the familiar voice of Flo (Stephanie Courtney) for a whimsical twist where llamas, lions, and leopards rule the road.“AI is an exciting tool that adds to our ability to innovate, but it's just that—a tool,” said Matt Dillon, Business Leader of Creative Development at Ninety6, Progressive's agency.Progressive says its use of AI follows strict ethical and copyright standards, emphasizing responsible innovation.“‘Drive Like an Animal' shows that fairness and personalization can be fun—drivers deserve coverage that reflects them,” said Meghan Walsh, Progressive's Head of Integrated Marketing.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Friday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan covers the U.S. government shutdown's impact on national security, Democrats' energy messaging strategy, Ford's massive electric truck losses, China's latest espionage scandal, and new medical research linking heart and brain health. U.S. Troops Told to Visit German Food Banks: A U.S. Army base in Bavaria posted a list of local soup kitchens for service members and families struggling during the shutdown — a move that shocked German media and sparked Pentagon embarrassment. Bryan warns foreign spy agencies could exploit unpaid American personnel for recruitment, saying, "That's how the CIA would target desperate officers abroad — and it's happening to us now." Democrats' Winning Playbook: Democrats' recent election victories were fueled by economic messaging, especially on rising energy costs. Bryan explains how candidates tied AI data centers and electric vehicles to higher utility bills — a strategy Republicans must counter before 2026. Ford's Electric F-150 Collapse: The automaker faces $13 billion in losses after poor demand for its Lightning pickup. Bryan notes Toyota's hybrid-first strategy is proving right, calling the EV rush "a cultish demand that ignored market reality." China's Espionage and Agricultural Games: Three Chinese nationals in Michigan were arrested for smuggling genetically modified worms, while Beijing signed $5 billion in new U.S. grain deals. Bryan warns that "China is both robbing our labs and buying our fields." Trump Weighs Action in Nigeria and Venezuela: The President is considering U.S. military intervention in Nigeria to protect Christians from Islamist attacks while reviewing regime-change options in Venezuela. Bryan asks listeners to consider: "How many American lives would we trade to save others abroad?" Dementia and Heart Disease Discoveries: British scientists found that small increases in heart enzyme levels may predict dementia risk years before symptoms. Meanwhile, South Korean researchers discovered gut bacteria linked to coronary artery disease, reinforcing the connection between diet, heart health, and brain function.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: U.S. Army Bavaria food banks shutdown, Pentagon security risk spy recruitment, Democrats energy utility bill messaging, Ford F-150 Lightning EV losses, Toyota hybrid success, Chinese bioresearch smuggling Michigan, Trump Nigeria Christians military intervention, Venezuela Maduro regime change debate, dementia heart enzyme biomarker, gut bacteria coronary artery disease