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Develop and Engage the Front Line to Improve The Bottom Line®

Character-based training for blue-collar operators, tradespeople, and front-line team members — inspiring them to take ownership, stay engaged, and become high-impact individuals.

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Andy Garver is a Senior Vice-President at Pullman Services. He took advantage of our special offer and had us come on-site for a 2-hour presentation on Blue-Collar Leadership® to his team. 

The Engagement Gap That Holds Most Organizations Back

Most of the Crew is Not Engaged

Only about 31% of U.S. workers are engaged (Gallup). On the front lines, that shows up as a “do my 8 and hit the gate” mentality which results in a productivity, quality, and safety decrease.

Disengagement is Unrealized Potential

Disengagement is the gap between what a team member is doing and what they are capable of doing. Hiring more people does not close that gap. Developing the people you have does.

The Crew Was Never Taught How to Grow

Most front line workers are told to work hard. Few are taught how to take responsibility (and why they should), how to build influence, and how to become a highly valued team member.

Blue-Collar Leadership®: Leading from the Front Lines

This program helps front-line team members become high-impact individuals, not hired hands. They learn how to make an impact in the role they already have, accept more responsibility, and build influence with leaders and teammates.

What they learn in the room:

  • A mindset shift from “having a job” to “becoming a leader”
  • How to increase influence with or without a position of authority
  • Understand the how and why of responsibility
  • How to make an impact right where you are
  • How to build influence with leaders and teammates
  • Become more valuable on purpose

Built For:

☑️ Front line workers, operators, tradespeople, support roles, and those promoted without leadership training

☑️ Manufacturing, construction, public works, trades, logistics, and operations

☑️ Companies that want engagement and retention, not another poster in the breakroom

Not Built For:

❌ HR Compliance Training

❌ A “check-the-box” engagement campaign

❌ Companies unwilling to develop leaders at all levels

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How This Works 

Most companies begin with a 2-4 hour on-site session, followed by supporting book studies and access to Blue-Collar Leadership® Academy, so the training does not stop when we leave. Choose a package that fits your needs, budget, and aligns with how fast and how far you want to go.

1) A 30-minute Intro Call

We learn about your team, your challenges, your goals and whether the front lines, the supervisors, or both need development first.

2) Live, On-site Session

Most companies begin with 2 – 4 hours of training for the initial session.

3) Learn. Grow. Apply.

The live session is just the beginning. The Blue-Collar Leadership® books and Academy videos keep it from fading by next Friday. Behavior changes day to day, not in a day.

4) Change What Happens on the Front Lines

More ownership, fewer “That’s not my job” moments, and highly engaged team members.

Blue-Collar Leadership® & Supervision develops the people who lead the team. Blue-Collar Leadership: Leading from the Front Lines (this program) develops the team. Offer your team both programs when you want the culture to change quickest.

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Need something different? We also offer: 

  • Keynote to open a meeting, conference, or to kick off corporate training
  • Motivational/Inspirational year end wrap up or kickstart to the new year
  • Multi-session series if you want multiple training sessions
  • Online video course only, if a live session isn’t preferred
  • Blue-Collar Leadership®: Leading from the Front Lines book, e-book, and audiobook. Available in English and Spanish.

Watch us in action!

 

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Blue-Collar Leadership® Online Video Training Course
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  • “I used Ria and Mack for training of a group of change management leaders and also a group of manufacturing senior leaders. Ria and Mack’s training was very relevant and very inspiring. Their delivery kept the group engaged! I would definitely use them again and would recommend them to anyone needing to motivate your group or for leadership training. Awesome!”

    Lorraine
    HR Director, Kimberly Clark
  • “Mack and Ria understand people! The dynamic team made such an impact on our front line of supervision that they were begging for more training! …We highly recommend Mack and Ria – whether you need a jump start for your leaders or are growing organically – they deliver!”

    Rebecca
    Director of Process Improvement, GKN Aerospace
  • “Mack and Ria,

    Thank you for speaking on Blue-Collar Leadership at our West GA SHRM Meeting today! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge with our group. It is always informative and relevant!”

    Tami
    President, West GA Society for Human Resource Management
  • “Thank you for hosting the Blue-Collar Leadership training class. Hoshizaki America sent four attendees and they all had positive feedback. They stated it really inspired them to want to have courage to do the right thing and work hard to be a team with their co-workers.”

    Natlie L.
    Hoshizaki America
  • “For me, it’s been the best six months for training and growth in my 38 years here.”

    Greg Lanier
    President, Auburn Electrical Construction Company
  • “Ria and Mack have opened up a world for our team individually and collectively. The training brought out confidence and enthusiasm from persons who needed the opportunity to know that they were significant. They are hungry for more information about how to influence others and the momentum is rolling. Your genuine approach and authenticity make it safe to grow and learn. Thank you for what you have done for Cobb County.”

    Jessica Gill
    Executive Director, Cobb County Senior Services
  • “Joining forces with Mack was a revolutionary opportunity for our company. We have achieved incredible results while witnessing the growth and development of our associates as they have been empowered.”

    Justin Saunders
    CFO, Madix Manufacturing

Frequently Asked Questions:

How long is this program?
Blue-Collar Leadership®: Leading from the Front Lines is available as a keynote (~1 or 2 hours), breakout session, half-day or full-day workshop, multi-session series, and online video training course (~8 hours in 15 minute videos). Most companies begin with a 2-4 hour session (Recommended). 
Who is this training for?
Ideal For: Front-line Workers, Operators, Tradespeople, Support Roles and those promoted without leadership training. Anyone in blue-collar environments.
Is this training virtual or in person?
We offer both options: an in-person on-site live training session for your team or keynote for your conference as well as our online video training course through Blue-Collar Leadership® Academy.
What's unique about Blue-Collar Leadership®
  • Blue-Collar Roots: We understand the challenges of blue-collar life and share the stories to prove it. We tell stories that resonate with workers or bosses in boots, and leadership teams with blue-collar roots.
  • Practical, Not Fancy: Forget abstract theories. We share transformational stories that hit home, sparking real behavior changes—like better communication, stronger teamwork, and increased accountability.
  • Built for You: Whether you’re a front-line worker, supervisor, or HR professional in manufacturing, construction, or trades, our training offers principles that get results.
Can I see you in action first?
This Blue-Collar Leadership® Academy preview video offers a sample of the online training course on Blue-Collar Leadership: Leading from the Front Lines. The content is also very similar to what we could cover in a live training session on this topic. However, our live sessions are much more engaging, entertaining, and filled with motivational/inspirational stories.

Is there a print-friendly program summary?
Yes! Click here to view and download the program summary sheet. 

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