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At A&O, we sometimes come across strange things while on the field. Usually, when we do, we take a picture so we can show the rest of the office. In honor of the spooky season, here is one of the most creative surprises that we've found while inspecting. Can anyone tell us if it's supposed to be Mothman or Bigfoot? #spooky #bridgeinspections #fieldwork

What do basketball, crashing a plane in the jungle, and the urgent need to change our food system all have in common? They were all topics at the Upfield Global Future of Food conference this week. Michael Jordan, despite being the best basketball player in the world, never stopped practising his chest pass. Take-out: relentlessly keep working on perfecting the operational basics. If you crash in the jungle (and are lucky enough to survive) don’t go wandering off before properly assessing your options. Take-out: always be situationally aware of the external environment and build a plan based on this. Upfield is leading the way in creating a better future for food and we have the brands, the people and the operational backbone to make it happen. Take-out: #ProudUpfielder #sustainability #futureoffood #plantbased

I was Peered out. 😂 At the end of each phase of Ranger school (at least in my day), you force rank the members of your small group from best to worst, if everyone puts you at the bottom, you leave the group and must start that phase of Ranger school over again. This is very important when team cohesion can equal survival. Something corporate america might want to consider. When I tell you what my peers said, you will have a laugh, but remember at that time we were only getting one meal a day. A few comments were as follows: Ranger Campe won't stop talking about chow (food) Ranger Campe asked if he could eat some of my chow I think Ranger Campe took my chow (i didn't btw) Anyway, when your hungry, the last thing you want is a guy asking for some of your food lol. I get it, and it was very humbling, and frankly very needed. You should consider peer evaluations in areas where team cohesion is important, but you also must have the resolve to remove (or provide Coaching) to the team member of issue

My garage door broke and I didn’t fix it right away. When you don’t fix problems, they become “normal”. When we bought our house it had an electronic garage door opener and it worked great for 10 years. Eventually it started making noise and then it gave out. I could still open and shut the garage door by hand, which is what I did. In my mind, I didn’t have a problem. The intention was to get the opener fixed or maybe replaced. Days went by. Then weeks. I opened and shut the overhead door by hand and accepted it as “normal”. When we finally replaced the opener, it took a few hours and cost less than I expected. Where are you accepting a problem as the new "normal" instead of embracing a solution? It’s probably costing you more than you realize. #solutions #leadership

I have a VERY important question for you! Do you have a specific grass-cutting process? 🏡 In my grass-cutting career, I’ve experimented with several methods and settled on straight up and down. Nothing beats nice, clean lines on the lawn. What is your process? - Spiral? - Back and forth? - Something else I haven't even considered? When it comes to tasks like this, neither method is wrong; it's all about getting the job done as you prefer. Personally, I love the look of straight lines, but I also recognize that the ultimate goal is simply to have the grass cut. If someone else handled the mowing, I'd be fine with the circle method or any other approach, as long as the grass is cut. When delegating tasks, it’s crucial to differentiate between your personal preferences and the essential completion of the job. Understanding what it means to be ""good enough"" or ""done"" is key to effective delegation and ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently without getting bogged down by personal biases. What is your grass-cutting preference? PS: Do you have a bag to catch the grass clippings, or do you let it just go right back onto the lawn?! 🤔 #process #leadership

The Strength of the Wolf is the Pack The life of a wolf is far from easy. Every day is a constant struggle for survival as these animals work to patrol miles of territory, take down large and dangerous prey, face harsh elements, and battle the constant threat of illness, injury, and disease. While it is possible for a lone wolf to navigate these challenges successfully, the odds of survival are drastically increased for wolves living in a pack and working as a team. In addition, packs operate in a manner that requires each member to contribute equally toward the group’s shared responsibilities. This manner of cooperative living works to alleviate the pressures on not only the pack leaders but on every member of the family. Ultimately, wolves understand that the pack’s survival relies on teamwork and that working together yields the greatest potential for success. Just like a wolf that works with its pack to be successful and grow, so can we as a team in the workplace. I believe that our team can work together to achieve our goals, leveraging our collective strengths and supporting one another to overcome challenges. Through collaboration and mutual support, we can reach new heights and ensure our collective success. #Teamwork #Leadership #Collaboration #Success #StaffDomain #TogetherWeAchieve #WorkplaceExcellence #TeamGoals

Money Doesn't Buy Trust Yes, we're back! After a few months of renovation, we're re-launching the Running the Room website with a whole new look and feel, and access to the last 10 years of articles. If you're already a subscriber, thank you! And if you're not, and interested in advice on sales, leadership and negotiation, you can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for free! (Free is everyone's favorite price, and we made it easy to subscribe.) https://lnkd.in/gHSTFNiX #leadership #sales #negotiation (Please follow me if you're interested in posts on sales, leadership, negotiation and the occasional bit of humor. 😉 )

Navigating the Challenges of Athletic Field Management As fall sports approach their final stretch, it’s crucial for sports field administrators to evaluate how well their fields have held up against the season's demands. Proper maintenance is essential not only for athlete safety but also for the longevity of the field. In our latest article, we delve into the 8 Key Challenges in Athletic Field Management and provide actionable insights on how to overcome them for peak performance. 🔍 Key Takeaways: Budgeting effectively amidst limited resources Managing unpredictable weather conditions Maintaining soil and turf health Ensuring safety and injury prevention At LaGrange Landscape & Maintenance, we are dedicated to helping you tackle these challenges. Our expert team offers customized solutions tailored to your field management needs, ensuring your fields perform at their best, season after season. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dFqzSGbe Let’s keep our fields safe, durable, and ready for peak performance! 💪 #AthleticFieldManagement #LandscapeMaintenance #SportsField #LaGrange #FieldManagement #SafetyFirst #PeakPerformance #LaGrangeGA

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🎥 Check out my 7-year-old son mastering the zero-turn mower! It’s incredible how quickly kids can pick up new skills, especially when they're excited about it. Just last week, I taught my son how to operate the zero-turn to mow our lawn. To my amazement and a few puck mark and drag marks... he got the hang of it....straight lines and all! It got me thinking about leader development and how essential it is to start fostering skills and confidence from day one. Sure, he's only mowing the lawn now, but these early lessons in responsibility, attention to detail, and pride in one's work lay the groundwork for future success. It's not just mowing grass, it's cultivating a mindset that values precision, effort, and a job well done. In our companies, developing leaders should follow the same principle. Start early, provide the right tools, and encourage a mindset of serving with continuous improvement. Whether it's in the field of precast concrete or in your own backyard, the foundations we build today will support the structures of tomorrow. Cheers to the next generation of leaders...whether they're managing a plant or mowing the lawn! 🌟 He has already learned how to operate the tractor, now the mower...at this rate, I might have to hire him for some consulting gigs! 😉 #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureLeaders #ContinuousImprovement #FamilyLessons #WorkforceDevelopment #PrecastConcrete #ZeroTurnPro