Michael Quin - Head of Cell Manufacturing, FujiFilm 'Working with life saving drugs'

Michael Quin – ‘Working with life saving drugs’

 

My 3 Personal takeaways from this great episode with Michael Quin, Head of Cell Culture Manufacturing at FujiFilm

 

-       The Importance of understanding and promoting company goals 

-       How crucial the purpose of a company is

-       The significance of emotional intelligence in business

 

 

I recently walked round the incredible office space at Fujifilm and was amazed by their facilities

 

Michael been in the business for over 20 years and I was fascinated in the both the journey he has had, and the way the business has changed over time.

 

As they embark on a brand new facility in their Teesside branch, it was a great opportunity to see how they have done so well over the years!

 

 

 Timestamps here:-

 

6 min - Should the company clearly familiarise all staff with its goals, and what’s the best way to do it?

 

8 min - Valuing staff - recent change

 

11 min - Emotional intelligence in business

 

14 min - What challenges were there at the beginning?

 

15 min - Advice for more experienced managers (things to look out for)

 

20 min - How concerned should we be about the changing work ethic of the newer generations?

 

23 min - How to manage mindset when faced with a new role?

 

26 min - How nerve-racking is management today?

 

28 min - What are the key things to look at to improve a business?

 

30 min - What’s the first step to take to tackle any issues?

 

32 min - The value of feedback

 

36 min - How can you replicate the successful principles in other industries?

 

39 min - What 3 things make a good leader?

 

41 min - What makes a good manager?

 

42 min - How can we improve manufacturing?

 

46 min - What’s the most important consideration when introducing major changes?