Packaging and manufacturing plants train their supervisors with GSD.
Plants in the GSD Training Program
Who trains with GSD
Case studies
What changed at the plant
Role
Production Manager
Focus
One rule at a time
Week six: the best output in the plant's history
I didn't read GSD Rules front to back. I stopped at Rule #1 and made it our only focus until every person on the team could explain it and was actually living it. That took five weeks. In week six, we posted the best output in the plant's history, and the fewest quality defects we've ever recorded. Same people, same equipment. We're working through the rest of the book now, one rule at a time, and the team keeps getting stronger.
Greg P., Production Manager
Role
2nd Shift Supervisor
Focus
Accountability
Accountability without the hammer
I'll be honest: I used to think "accountability" meant finding out whose fault it was. It felt like a hammer, and I hated swinging it. The GSD team changed that for me. They taught me to treat accountability as getting everyone lined up behind the mission, not pointing fingers. Now my conversations with my crew go completely differently, and so do the results. These guys have actually been on the floor. It's practical, real-world stuff, not textbook fluff. I'd recommend GSD Manager Training to any supervisor.
Stacey O., 2nd Shift Supervisor
Role
Plant Manager
Focus
Leadership Energy
Twelve years running teams, and still a blind spot
Twelve years running teams. I walked into GSD training with my arms crossed, figuring there wasn't much left anyone could teach me. I was wrong. Somewhere along the way I'd stopped thinking about the fact that my people take their cues from me. The GSD guys call it "Leadership Energy," and once they named it, I couldn't stop seeing it. When I came in tense or short-tempered, my team went quiet and held back. These days I make a point to show up steady, stay calm when things get hot, and give my crew my best every single day. It's made a real difference in how we execute the plan.
Mark S., Plant Manager
In their words
What supervisors and managers say
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The team at TES completely gets what it takes to build a thriving, high-performance company with leaders who hold themselves accountable and lead with courage. Their GSD Manager Training and coaching cut straight through the noise, giving me practical tools to execute effectively while maintaining and fostering relationships. If you want a coaching approach that drives real accountability and results without the usual fluff, this is it. I highly recommend Gerry and the team to your organization. Get ready to see the potential you know is there, in yourself and your organization, come to life.
J. Jones, HR Manager
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Before you guys close today's session, I just wanted to let you know how the past 12 months have been a good learning experience. Thankful for you guys and our leadership team for allowing us to partake in these sessions.
M. Pieros, Materials Manager
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I highly recommend Gerry and GSD to anyone looking to develop their leadership skills and increase their effectiveness as a leader.
T. Selby, Workforce Development leader
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I feel more confident with the tools you've provided to be a good contributor, not just for my company but also for society and my family.
Raphael G., Supervisor
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Doc has been one of the most impactful leaders I've had the privilege to learn from.
Martin H., Operations Manager
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One of the most insightful courses I've ever taken. It is more than a leadership course; it is a true lesson in humanity.
