Leadership

Come for the pay and benefits. Stay for the company culture.

ashleigh.walters@onexinc.com (Ashleigh Walters) — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 16:24:58 GMT

For years, companies believed employees only wanted higher wages and better benefits, and “culture” stopped there. While being paid a competitive wage is certainly a priority, COVID-19 has taught us there are other important things, too. Employees want a work/life balance and to feel valued and appreciated.

Lessons to Lead By

ashleigh.walters@onexinc.com (Ashleigh Walters) — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 18:14:16 GMT

In the fall of 2018, I spoke at Women in Manufacturing’s national summit in Indianapolis, IN. The theme of the conference was Making an Impact. As I told my story of turning around the family business, I drew the parallel between how as manufacturers we make things, but we also have the opportunity to make things better. So many ladies shared similar stories to mine. This event marked the beginning of “Make Things Better” which is my way of asking others to go on a leadership journey with me to improve workplace culture.

Changing Company Culture

ashleigh.walters@onexinc.com (Ashleigh Walters) — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:59:05 GMT

Change is hard even when it’s necessary. Just because you have “always done it that way” doesn’t mean it is the right way or even works very well. Sometimes you need to reflect and do a gut check. Does this feel good? Am I getting the value I need or want from the effort?

Lifelong Learning Leads to Happiness

ashleigh.walters@onexinc.com (Ashleigh Walters) — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:39:12 GMT

Back to School is one of my favorite times of the year. I love the excitement of preparing for another school year, seeing old friends, and learning new things. Progressing from one grade to another is a rite of passage to be celebrated.