Operational Leadership Uncensored

Real Talk for Burgeoning Manufacturing Leaders
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-19514-6
Verlag: Taylor & Francis

Buch, Englisch, 128 Seiten, Format (B × H): 178 mm x 254 mm

This book draws from extensive leadership experience gained through four facility startups, multiple innovative business expansions, and transformative manufacturing technology implementations.The author and his teams, across seventeen facilities, consistently faced unprecedented challenges that demanded extraordinary outcomes. These circumstances necessitated the rapid development of leadership capabilities and interpersonal skills.

The book presents both fundamental and sophisticated leadership approaches, including occasional moments of levity, to advance career management and interpersonal competencies for emerging leaders. These principles transcend generational boundaries and maintain their relevance throughout the evolution of organizational leadership. A leader's core mission is to catalyze positive change in others, requiring continuous knowledge expansion and skill enhancement. The capacity to maintain perspective and adapt beyond conventional methodologies is paramount. This demands an enduring commitment to self-awareness first, followed by a deep understanding of others.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Allen Jr, Julian M

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Bereichsspezifisches Management Management: Führung & Motivation
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaft: Sachbuch, Ratgeber
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftswissenschaften: Berufe, Ausbildung, Karriereplanung
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Fertigungsindustrie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Leadership Foundations Chapter 1 Be Careful What You Chase—It Might Not Be What You Think Chapter 2 Be Real and Relatable Chapter 3 Your Lens, Who’s Listening, and Being Chill Chapter 4 Make The Call Or Miss The Shot Chapter 5 Winning Friends And Influencing Mentors (Or Not) Your First Leadership Gig Chapter 6 Keep it Pro Chapter 7 The Umbrella Academy (minus the superpowers) Chapter 8 The Most Powerful Presence In The Room Chapter 9 Knowing Your Crew Chapter 10 Connecting With Your Crew Chapter 11 Crew Wants and Needs Chapter 12 Finding The Right Adds For Your Crew Chapter 13 The Buzz and You Maxing Your Leadership Creds Chapter 14 Feedback Flex – Giving and Taking it Like a Boss Chapter 15 Take a Beat – Crush Stress Chapter 16 When We Decide Together, We Crush It Chapter 17 Crushing The Real Issue Chapter 18 Digging Into The Real Issues Chapter 19 Door Games: Winning At Work Without Screwing Anyone Crushing Leadership Chapter 20 Be The Boss Who Gets You Chapter 21 Leveling Up Crew Skills Chapter 22 Jamming a Vibe Into A Spreadsheet Chapter 23 Skill Snags Chapter 24 Keeping Crew Risk in Check Chapter 25 Crew Behavior Pivots Chapter 26 Tackling Tough Behavior Shifts Chapter 27 Flipping A Struggling Squad Into A Winning Crew Chapter 28 Leading Through The Fire Boss Your Career Chapter 29 Picking Up on Career Vibes Chapter 30 The “Oh, Now I Get It” Moment Postscript Recommend Reading

Über Autor(innen)

For over three and a half decades, Juilan Allen has been immersed in the world of advanced manufacturing, with his career evolving through distinct phases that have shaped my expertise and perspective. His journey began in the engineering phase after earning his BSIM from the University of Southern Mississippi. As an Industrial Engineering Coop Student at Howard Industries, he achieved Maynard Research Council Blue Card certification. This foundation led to his role as Plant Industrial Engineer at Colt Industries, where he pioneered the introduction of CNC Machining and Autonomous Robotic MIG Welding. His contributions to the field earned recognition through multiple technical papers and speaking engagements, including the Society of Manufacturing Engineers' "Outstanding Paper of the Year Award."

The management phase of his career started at Reliance Electric and William Bonnell Division of Ethyl Corporation, where he worked on JIT implementation and Focused Factory initiatives. Through the 1990s and early 2000s, he took on increasingly challenging roles, including managing multiple site acquisitions and divestitures for Borden Inc. A particular highlight was his role at Danfoss Inc., where he led a site startup achieving global benchmarks in quality and efficiency.

He entered the consulting phase in 2009, establishing Allen Consulting and working as an independent contractor. His expertise in Lean Manufacturing helped transform lumber manufacturers' operations and business configurations.

Currently, he has been working with LED FastStart since 2011. and progressed from Quality Training Specialist to his current role as Senior Manager of Training and Development. During his tenure, FastStart has maintained its position as the country's top workforce training program, contributing to Louisiana's impressive economic growth with over $200 billion in new investment and 150,000 new jobs since 2016. Throughout this journey, he has complemented my practical experience with academic credentials, including an MBA from Mississippi State University, ensuring a balance of theoretical knowledge and hands-on expertise.