Knowledge or Behavior Change David Freund Have you ever stopped to think: why do we send people to training? It's a relatively simple question, but it’s one that needs to...
READ MOREKnowledge or Behavior Change David Freund Have you ever stopped to think: why do we send people to training? It's a relatively simple question, but it’s one that needs to...
READ MOREDo I Value What I Do? Steve Maloney In my last blog post, I explored the first question of Value-Added Leadership: Do I have value to add? Hopefully, I inspired...
READ MOREWe're proud to announce that MACNY, The Manufacturers Association of Central New York, has been recognized as one of City & State's 2026 Top Trade Associations. This honor highlights organizations...
READ MOREA Thought to Share David Freund "Two percent of people think; three percent think they think; and ninety-five percent of people would rather die than think." — George Bernard Shaw...
READ MOREWe're expanding our team with the addition of three new staff members and the promotion of one team member. These strategic investments strengthen the organization's ability to support manufacturers through...
READ MOREDo I Have Value to Add? Steve Maloney In my last blog post, I introduced John C. Maxwell’s five questions for Value-Added Leadership – questions that have had a profound...
READ MOREPrice and Potential David Freund Have you ever stopped to ask yourself what is really standing between you and your potential? Most people immediately think about circumstances. They point to...
READ MOREValue Added Leadership Steve Maloney I’ve taught Lean Six Sigma for more than 25 years, and one of the core concepts is the difference between value-added and non-value-added activities. In...
READ MOREWhat are You Tripping Over? David Freund Have you ever wondered why you’re not making the progress you’d hoped for? Do you feel stuck? Are there opportunities or goals you’re...
READ MOREDo You Believe? Steve Maloney I’m still riding high with the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship. It was truly an exciting year to be a Knicks fan. Everything...
READ MOREView this month’s issue of Manufacturing Matters. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Cover Story: MACNY Unveils New Mohawk Valley Office at Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Page 3 | President's Message: Manufacturers Need Electric...
READ MOREThe Best Leaders are Good Followers David Freund That statement may sound contradictory, but I recently heard it and found myself reflecting on how true it really is. If you...
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