Welcome to The Profit Talk! In this show, we're going to help you explore strategies to help you maximize profits in your business while scaling and creating the lifestyle that you want as an entrepreneur. I am your host, Susanne Mariga! I’m a CPA, a Fractional CFO, and a Certified Profit First Professional Mastery Level providing tax strategies to 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs. Let's dive into strategies to maximize profits in your business! 

In this episode, I interviewed Jim Mayer. He is a passionate advocate for the manufacturing industry, driven by a belief that the middle class, and thus the nation, is built on the foundation of manufacturing. 

As the founder of TCO Strategies, Jim leverages his expertise in company culture assessments, employee engagement surveys, and leadership development to help manufacturers align their teams, cultivate stronger cultures, and enhance engagement. Holding a degree in Business and Political Science from Arizona State University and an MBA with a focus on Executive Management from Ohio University, Jim possesses the knowledge and skills to drive meaningful change. 

Check out this episode to:

- Learn how a human-centric leadership model can create a thriving business environment that boosts employee retention and profitability.

- Understand the pivotal role manufacturing plays in the economy, and how industry perceptions are shifting alongside generational changes.

- Explore how AI, automation, and innovative training programs like Baltu Technologies can address skill gaps and accelerate workforce readiness.

- Discover strategies for attracting and retaining Generation Z workers by aligning company missions with their values for meaningful career paths.

- Gain insights into managing international manufacturing teams with respect to local cultures while maintaining global accountability and metrics.

- Recognize the importance of understanding employee motivations and the optimal number of direct reports for executives and middle managers in manufacturing.

Visit Jim's website at https://themfgconnector.com/

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained within these videos is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we assume no liability or responsibility for any errors, omissions, or regulatory updates in the content of this video. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained within is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.