Jennifer Ayers, Author at NWHPEC

27Aug 2021 by Jennifer Ayers

The Bench – Sept 15th @1pm

Join us for another open-forum exchange of best practices. We’ll split into self-assigned groups with a focus on different topics (listed below). You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned. Stick to one topic, or switch between them throughout the hour. Bring your co-workers…this is going to be FUN, engaging, and informative! September 15th Focus Topics: Toyota KataDeveloping new leadersEngaging front line employees in continous improvement Intended Audience: All NWHPEC members. Please share internally with individuals connected to and interested in any of these topics.Date: Wednesday, September 15thTime: 1pm – 2pmLocation: Zoom (webcam required)Cost: Free (NWHPEC members only)Registration: via Zoom, contact [email protected] for a registration link

04Aug 2021 by Jennifer Ayers

TWI Job Relations – Sept 13-17th (8-11 am daily) Class is FULL

Classes

How can we help our supervisors and middle managers to become better leaders? TWI Job Relations (JR) teaches the essentials of leadership and positive employee interactions. Developing and maintaining constructive relationships prevents problems from arising that hinder better performance and improvement. JR lays the groundwork for building another layer of stability into your processes, supported by an atmosphere richer in team spirit and collaboration. Job Relations emphasizes “Respect for People”. It trains and coaches supervisors on how to handle problems, how to prevent them from occurring, and, most importantly, it aids in developing a logical, common sense approach to handling issues with a people-centric view. The core elements of the program are proven to inspire consensus building and individual problem solving. Benefits experienced from practicing Job Relations include increased productivity,…

08Jul 2021 by Jennifer Ayers

The Bench – July 15th

Benchmark Request

Join us for another open-forum exchange of best practices. We’ll split into self-assigned groups with a focus on different topics (listed below). You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned. Stick to one topic, or switch between them throughout the hour. Bring your co-workers…this is going to be FUN, engaging, and informative! July 15th Focus Topics: Leader Standard Work (bring a sample to share)Daily HuddlesEngaging leadership in supporting and sustaining lean principles Intended Audience: All NWHPEC members. Please share internally with individuals connected to and interested in any of these topics.Date: Thursday, July 15thTime: 10am – 11amLocation: Zoom (webcam required)Cost: Free (NWHPEC members only)Registration: via Zoom, contact [email protected] for a registration link

09Jun 2021 by Jennifer Ayers

Continuous Improvement Strategies for Energy Efficiency – June 22nd @11am

Webinar

Although we often relate the 8 Wastes to manufacturing and admin processes, the principles of waste also apply to sustainability (energy, recycling, etc) and can lead to tangible savings. We’ve got a special event happening this month that will highlight two organizations experience with Energy Trust of Oregon’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program. This year long (free) program provides businesses with energy expertise, change management coaching, and a system to focus continuous improvement strategies on low cost and no cost opportunities to reduce your utility spend and boost efficiency. Kjell van Zoen from Energy Trust of Oregon will provide a quick overview of the Strategic Energy Management program before moderating a panel discussion where representatives from NWHPEC member A-dec and Meduri Farms. These two companies are currently engaged in the SEM…

27May 2021 by Jennifer Ayers

The Bench – June 15th

Benchmark Request

A new and engaging benchmarking forum for NWHPEC members. To provide increased opportunities for our members to collaborate, share, and learn from each other we are launching a new benchmarking platform: The Bench. This will be an open-forum exchange of best practices among members. We’ll split into self-assigned groups that focus on one of four topics (current topics listed below). If your group wants to dive even deeper and continue the conversation, we can start up a new Special Interest Group for that topic. The goal is to create a monthly cadence for gathering at The Bench, addressing new topics each time we meet. You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned. Stick to one topic, or switch between them throughout the hour. Bring…

24May 2021 by Jennifer Ayers

How I Show Up Matters (Personal Responsibility) – June 21st (waitlist open)

Classes

Taking responsibility for how we show up and holding ourselves and others accountable in relationships impacts performance, improvement and navigating disruption and change. It’s important to reflect on how we are showing up and how we can make a positive impact on the people (and processes) around us. Arguably some of NWHPEC’s most impactful content, Personal Responsibility serves as a foundational component of both our 3H Leadership and 3H Teamwork series. This stand-alone offering will explore Personal Responsibility strategies to value human needs, create emotional safety and reduce drama (“emotional waste”) through the lens of our own current condition versus someone else’s lens. This virtual learning series is taught by Kari Penca and is highly engaging and interactive. Participants will explore how to: Recognize their role in drama or “emotional waste” and the resulting impactDevelop emotional intelligenceOperate from…

03May 2021 by Jennifer Ayers

What’s the Point? Finding Your Purpose – May 14th

Webinar

Do you feel like you’re being pulled in multiple directions by everything clamoring for your attention? Are you ready to learn a process for escaping the chaos? Join us in this interactive session to find out how Sam Morgan uses his experience of exploring, refining and discovering his own purpose to help find daily focus. He will share the positive impact this has made in his own life by reflecting on his journey over the past year. In this NWHPEC member-led webinar with a workshop spin, Sam will lead you on a journey of creating a daily practice that involves picturing your purpose, aligning your intention, taking small daily actions, and reflecting on the process. Spend this hour with us learning about the power of purpose and intention, collaborating with…

Author: Jennifer Ayers