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Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- From The Fabricator
Faith in the face of a recession
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Aug 25, 2009
- Shop Management
- Article
Leadership isn't for the faint-hearted, particularly in stressful times such as a recession. You can learn to manage your attitudes and behaviors to help you and your organization more effectively weather the storm and emerge even stronger.
- From The Fabricator
Who will fill your shoes?
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Sep 11, 2007
- Shop Management
- Article
Who will fill your shoes when you leave your company? What actions have you taken to develop the person who will be your replacement? Succession planning takes time and a well-thought-out strategy. This article can help you develop that strategy and identify potential successors.
- From The Fabricator
Creating a leadership team that speaks, acts with one voice
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Jan 9, 2007
- Shop Management
- Article
This article is based on a 2006 FABTECH® Intl. & AWS Welding Show seminar presented by Dr. Bob Rausch, a facilitator and coach for executives, managers, and their teams. It explains the importance of creating and energizing effective leadership teams, describes common team characteristics, and discusses potential defuelers and refuelers.
- From The Fabricator
Getting your mojo back
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Aug 9, 2005
- Shop Management
- Article
Organizations can be only as energized and focused as their leaders. This article discusses how leaders can replenish their own waning energy levels and refocus.
- From The Fabricator
Making the best possible decisions
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- May 10, 2005
- Shop Management
- Article
Decision-making is an important activity for business owners and leaders. It also can be a source of frustration for both the decision-makers and those affected by the decisions. Although as a leader or manager you always might not show your worry or concern when making decisions, many of you spend...
- From The Fabricator
Leadership lessons from the forge
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Jan 11, 2005
- Shop Management
- Article
One of the benefits of coaching individuals and teams across the country is that I have the opportunity to meet bright, insightful, and creative people. The inspiration and much of the content of this article come from one of those people—Bob Nichols.
- From The Fabricator
When hurricanes come
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Oct 12, 2004
- Shop Management
- Article
Many people watched with awe as the recent barrage of hurricanes hit the Caribbean and southeastern United States. Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne caused destruction that totaled billions of dollars and, regrettably, took the lives of many people. We sympathize with all those who experienced Mother Nature's wrath and had their lives turned upside down.
- From The Fabricator
Dealing with difficult people
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- May 4, 2004
- Shop Management
- Article
Have you ever felt frustrated or irritated with a co-worker, subordinate, or boss? We've all had the occasional run-in with someone at work. Periodic disagreements, misunderstandings, and faulty communication can lead to frustration. But have you ever met that uniqueperson who causes you extreme frustration every timeyou come in contact with him or her?
- From The Fabricator
New Year's Resolutions
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Jan 13, 2004
- Shop Management
- Article
What are your resolutions for 2004? "I'm going to lose that extra 15 pounds." "I plan to exercise more this year." "I'm going to be more complimentary to my staff." "I'm going to be more patient." Or, did you remember the resolutions you didn't keep last year and ask yourself, "Why make resolutions? I won't keep them once I get back to the daily grind."
- From The Fabricator
Reflection—Getting the most from experience
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Nov 20, 2003
- Shop Management
- Article
Leaders, what have you learned about yourself, your employees, and your company in the past year? What were your business blessings? What did you learn about your leadership style or methods? What do you intend to take into the new year, and what will you leave behind?
- From The Fabricator
Tuning a piano—making the most of your best resources
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- Jul 24, 2003
- Shop Management
- Article
Editor's Note: Is your company in survival mode? There are questions you should be asking and steps you can take to improve your company's position—instead of shooting the pianist. Ever listen to someone playing a piano that's out of tune? Remember the sound? Completely sour. Even hitting a...
- From The Fabricator
Overcoming organizational paralysis
- By Bob Rausch, Ph.D.
- May 15, 2003
- Shop Management
- Article
Paralysis – what a horrible thought. What if you found yourself in a situation in which you had partial or complete loss of motion and sensation in your body?
- Podcasting
- Podcast:
- The Fabricator Podcast
- Published:
- 03/05/2024
- Running Time:
- 65:35
After Ludlow Manufacturing Inc. (LMI) received The Fabricator's 2024 Industry Award, Todd Ludlow, founder and president of the...
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