Podcast
Liam Forbes, General Manager, Soil Machine Dynamics Using Self-Awareness to Become a Better Leader
Podcast
Liam Forbes, General Manager, Soil Machine Dynamics Using Self-Awareness to Become a Better Leader

Join us for the upcoming episode of the Manufacturing Leaders Podcast, where we delve deep into the world of leadership with Liam Forbes, General Manager at Soil Machine Dynamics.
Episode Title: "Using Self-Awareness to Become a Better Leader - A Conversation with Liam Forbes"
In this thought-provoking episode, Liam Forbes shares invaluable insights on leadership, self-awareness, and his extensive experience in the manufacturing industry. Here's a sneak peek of what to expect:
- The meaning of being a leader
- On vision and leadership
- The misconception of what makes a leader
- The difference between leadership in the military and in manufacturing
- Liam’s background and leadership roles
- Taking on challenges, motivation, and inspiration
- Can you train to be a leader?
- How self-reflection helps
- Advice for unconfident and anxious leaders
- The uncertainty for the manufacturing industry in the future and the concerns
- Manufacturing industry information and directions
- Three qualities of a good leader
- Where Liam finds inspiration
- Liam’s book recommendation
- Liam’s plans for the next 12 months
Join us in this engaging conversation that explores the multifaceted aspects of leadership and self-awareness, offering practical advice and inspiration for leaders in the manufacturing world and beyond.
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