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eTrends Newsletter Relations has remained a rite of passage for new supervisors. "It's effective training to get supervisors up to speed," Wulf said Participants have responded very favorably to Job. Relations sessions over the years, Wulf said, due to the real-world relevance of the lessons learned. "Sometimes, a lot of other training is good information, but when it comes to applying that information, there is a disconnect," Wulf said. "One of the individuals who went through Job Relations said, 'That's the best training I've ever had,' because they could see how they could apply it." Wulf said the benefits of Job Relations are at once intangible and invaluable. Because supervisors are now more knowledgeable about ways to effectively manage and work with people, the relationships among supervisors and their teams, which range fram 10 to 20 people, have improved. So, too, have relationships between the supervisors themselves. "With all of our supervisors going through that training, there is a consistent language that they can talk about," Wulf said. "When one person talks about gathering the facts and evaluating and weigh and decide, they all understand." Wulf is certain that these improved relationships have increased efficiency on the shop floor since the training began. "We have a strong belief that when you have good relationships and good teamwork and good people development, the increase in productivity is going to follow," he said. In 2006, the campany opened a new manufacturing location in Prescott Valley, Arizona. Referred to as their Southwest Division, the Arizona building is already being expanded to twice its original size. Wulf is working to ensure that Job Relations will always be a part of supervisor training, even as the company grows. "We see our people much, much more capable and more effective in managing people," he said. "Job Relations has been a piece of the puzzle that has made that possible." Learn mare at_vaww.enterpriseminnesota_org. Page 3 of 4 AIIey Wednesday, September 10, 2008 3:OOpm - 4:OOpm Grey Plant Mooty Law Offices St. Cloud, MN Cost: $59 Early Bird; $79 Standard {Registrations received after September 3rd) As pressures continue to mount on OEMs and suppliers, both are recognizing that speed and flexibility are the keys to reducing supply chain risk. Come learn from John Connelly, director of product management for Enterprise Minnesota, about Accelerate! It is a new supplier development initiative designed to build on continuous improvement processes. After the presentation, participants have an opportunity to meet and discuss with their peers at the quarterly Alley Chats Networking Event. Register online at either wwwlifes..cerscealley.,org._or www.enterpriseminne sota.org 19th Annual LifeScience Alley -Alley Institute Scholarship Golf Tournament September 8, 2008 Golden Valley Golf and Country Club www.l ifescien ceail..e..y. org. MPMA Motorhead & Night at the Races Sunday, August 10 Raceway Park, Shakopee 3:00 - 7:00 pm: Car Show 5:30 pm: BBO Dinner 7:00 pm: Races Start uJU~~nf m prrr..a..._ co m. 53rd annual Printing Industry MN golf tournament August 7, 2008 Majestic Oaks Golf Club, Ham Lake www.pi mn.org Do you have news or events to submit? Email them to Hate.duos@enterpriseminnesota.org or call 612.455.4213 email: repy@e._n...terpris...eminnesota.:org ~&nb sp; phone: {612) 373- 2900 ~ web: http;lfwww:._enterpriSeminnesat~._org Forward email ®SafeUnsubscribe ~ This email was sent to cmehelich@ci.elk-river.mn.us by reely@enterpriseminnesata.org. Update ProfillEmail Address ~ Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe'"" ~ Privac~Pol.ic~. Emai! Marketing by 8/4/2008