Leadership in Manufacturing How Do You Know You’re a Good Leader? Real Answers from Real Leaders
In this special episode, host Sannah Vinding revisits a powerful conversation from Episode 100 — where six respected voices in the manufacturing and distribution space answer one deceptively simple question: How do you know if you’re a good leader?
Guests featured in this episode include:
- Don Akery: Chief Executive Officer at Waldom Electronics
- Tobi Cornell: President - Kruvand Associates, Manufacturer's Rep,
- Walter Tobin: CEO/EVP at Electronics Representatives Association (ERA)
- Maryellen Stack; Director of Marketing Communications at Sager Electronics
- Shane Zutz: Vice President of Human Resources at DigiKey
- Rob Brunson: Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Wallace Electronic Sales
Together, they offer honest, experience-driven reflections on what leadership truly looks like.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why great leadership is often measured by the success and growth of your team
- How to foster a culture where people feel safe to fail, learn, and lead
- The subtle, non-verbal signs that reveal whether you’re leading effectively
- How trust, authenticity, and listening are core leadership practices
- Why fear-based leadership damages creativity and motivation
- Practical, real-world strategies for building strong, empowered teams
Listen now and explore what real leadership means in the manufacturing industry.
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