Happy Tuesday!

Welcome to the Leadership in Manufacturing Newsletter—trusted by over 2,400 professionals in the electronics manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution industries.

The Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast delivers practical, no-fluff leadership insights from real industry experts. Each episode features actionable strategies and honest conversations to help you grow your leadership skills and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Ready to lead smarter this week? Dive into 3 key insights, 2 powerful quotes, 1 tip to try, and 1 challenge to stretch your thinking.

🔍 Three Insights on Leading with Impact

I. Evolve from Task-Oriented to Strategic Thinking

Effective leadership isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about seeing the bigger picture. Strategic leaders shift from execution to alignment, asking deeper questions and focusing on long-term impact, not just immediate outcomes.

II. Empowerment Starts With Listening

True empowerment comes from inviting others to contribute their perspective. When leaders ask thoughtful, open-ended questions and genuinely listen, it builds ownership, trust, and better decision-making across the team.

III. Make Learning a Daily Discipline

Staying sharp means staying curious. Leaders who carve out time each day to explore new ideas, technologies, or even regulations are better prepared to anticipate changes and lead with clarity in a fast-moving landscape.

💬 Two Quotes to Reflect On

“If I’m always the one driving the idea, we’re going to miss out on a lot. Empowering others unlocks better ideas and stronger execution.”

– Joshua Nix, Supplier Management Director at Mouser Electronics

“Listen more than you speak. That’s the advice I’d give my younger self. It’s where real growth—and leadership—begins.”

– Joshua Nix, Supplier Management Director at Mouser Electronics

✅ One Actionable Tip For You

Start Your Day With 15 Minutes of Industry Insight

Before tackling your inbox, read 2–3 articles outside your usual scope. Summarize one and share it with your team—add a few bullet points on why it matters and ask for their take. This creates a culture of shared learning and sharper thinking.

❓One Challenge For You

Fuel Ownership by Matching Passion to Projects

Instead of assigning a task this week, offer a team member the chance to lead something that aligns with their interests. Invite their ideas, give them room to shape the plan, and support them in delivering. Trust meets motivation—and results follow.

Leadership is a journey—not a destination.

Thanks for tuning in and growing with us. Stay curious, stay bold, and keep shaping the future of electronics, manufacturing, and supply chain.

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I’m truly grateful to have you as part of the Leadership in Manufacturing community.

Until next time—keep learning, keep leading, and keep driving change where it matters most.

Sannah

Sannah Vinding Producer & Host, Leadership In Manufacturing Podcast  leadershipinmanufacturing.com/hello/

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