Robin Elston. |
A training program called “Improving Productivity from the Middle Out” will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, December 12 at the Wright State University Lake Campus, Room 182. The program is for directors, supervisors, and other middle managers that want to increase the productivity of their organization while improving their job satisfaction.
The program covers topics taught by Robin Elston of Celina, who has 16 years experience in manufacturing management and human resource management in Fortune 500 companies. She has conducted many training sessions for Fortune 500 Companies, smaller companies in the area, and not-for-profit organizations. She has degrees in both chemical engineering and administration.
According to Robin Elston, “Many managers and supervisors today enjoy only half of their job. They enjoy getting the work done, solving technical problems, and getting a paycheck. They don’t enjoy trying to motivate their workforce to do what upper management insists be done. They often feel set up to be the “heavy” while struggling to get their subordinates’ commitment to the plans that upper management is making. That is the dilemma of being in the ‘middle.’ Being in the ‘middle’ can be productive and satisfying if managers and supervisors are given the skills it takes to manage from the ‘Middle Out.’ Better ‘Middle Management’ will improve commitment to the organization, productivity, and results.”
The seminar consists of four parts. The first part of the program, “Why the Middle is So Difficult,” teaches the unique skills essential to increase productivity when managing from the difficult middle layer that isn’t directly responsible for doing the work, but is accountable for getting the work done. The second part of the program teaches leaders how to create action plans and tracking systems to ensure the work gets done right without all the checking up and following up that is typically required.
Next the program will cover how to overcome the resistance that accompanies even the most fruitful changes. The program will conclude with a section on “Building Systems to Make Improvements Last.” In this segment leaders will learn to build systems that seem to manage themselves and provide lasting positive improvements.
People who attend Elston’s seminars respond glowingly with statements such as “This training was a great experience. I have additional skills and new insights and tools that will help me make and manage change and empower the potential of our employees.”
Cost for the program is $100 per person and includes lunch. For more information or to register call Elston Consulting at 419-268-0556. Registration deadline is December 9, 2003.
