An old approach of humanism that addresses the common concerns of our younger generations. A reasonable person who looks at what is happening in the United States would not want it to continue. Intelligent leaders will integrate humanist commitments into their organizations to align their vision, mission, and values to these commitments if they can expect to attract and retain the high-caliber talent of our younger generations.

The Enlightenment germinated social justice ideals as an ethical perspective based on universal human rights virtues, including freedom and happiness. We can join humanists in making our actions about the world where we work to care for the Earth, be a good neighbor, and create a better future for the generations who follow us. I know from experience that working for an employer that embraced these humanist values and commitments would have been a more favorable experience for me.

I am one of what I hope are many Americans who find our current level of political divisiveness taken to extremes to be unacceptable. Our purpose in a business setting is to avoid this polarity and instead adopt the Greek form of love, Philia. Doing so while following the rules of 1) do no evil, 2) reality matters, 3) respect people, and 4) it is your responsibility.

Achieving an endorsement from my manufacturing hero of "A great book from which any leader can learn!" met my initial goal in writing my book. Furthermore, I met my secondary goal of handing something to potential clients to let them know how I approach my consulting work. A pleasant surprise was to see purchases of my book in Europe and the United Kingdom in addition to my home country, the United States.

Those who know humanism might raise concerns regarding the absence of theism or other supernatural beliefs in humanist manufacturing. However, the humanist manufacturing framework aligns with the balance of the definition of "our ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good." The objective is to develop manufacturing operations that positively impact their internal and external stakeholders.

One of the elements of the Recognized Experts course by Dorie Clark is to find your breakthrough idea. The process of further refining my breakthrough idea was to narrow the sustainability focus to the manufacturing industry. Further evolution led to the development of an A-to-Z, in-depth approach to facilitating a purposeful human-centered approach that is humanist manufacturing.

I wrote the first of 208 consecutive weekly blog posts four years ago. I have become a better writer, thought leader, and author by taking that first step. I have also learned many valuable lessons regarding the importance of a strong mentor, asking others to judge your status and believing them, and connecting with a great community of those who support one another.

What is old is often new again when leaders make decisions regarding threats to their organizations. The same issues of leaders when the Christ child entered the world occur in board rooms in many organizations today. Recognizing the problem is necessary as an initial action to make a transformational shift in our organizations.

Eisai is a publicly traded pharmaceutical company that asked its shareholders to shift from a profit-maximization focus to a social purpose. Their bylaws state that pursuing social purpose will lead to its prosperity. The result of prioritizing first taking care of others has led to taking care of their stakeholders.

Eileen Fisher, both the person and the company of the same name, is a sustainability pioneer in the fashion industry. The Eileen Fisher women's clothing company embodies altruism as a pioneer of sustainable fashion. Their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility has earned Eileen Fisher a loyal following among customers who value ethical and eco-conscious products.

There is a growing understanding that organizations must act in ways that benefit society beyond their immediate financial interests. One opportunity to make this transition is for leaders to incorporate altruistic business practices. Leaders who successfully adopt this approach will see several positive benefits for their organizations.

Goals, change, and work are fundamental aspects that contribute to the success and effectiveness of organizations. Goals provide a sense of purpose and direction, change ensures adaptability and innovation, and work leads to completing them. These elements create a framework for organizational success in a dynamic and competitive environment.

A focus for the last eighteen blog posts was a set of essential elements for achieving success in a significant organizational transformation. The list is not all-inclusive but provides additional insight into the work needed to achieve the desired company vision. A review of the words in these blog posts led to the recommendation that leadership should prioritize care for their employees to accomplish a consequential change initiative successfully.

Intelligent leaders recognize the importance of investing in their workforce's development, engagement, and well-being. Leaders looking to improve the performance of their organizations would be wise to adopt the focus of Conant to "first win in the workplace." Ultimately, the leadership of an organizational transformation must put in the necessary work to put the organization on a successful trajectory that emphasizes the company's human element.

A well-developed vision inspires the organization's stakeholders and becomes the North Star to guide everyone on an intentional collective course toward the desired destination. Companies actively encouraging stakeholder input in an environment of trust and respect can achieve synergy, leading to tremendous success for all participants. Actively considering the needs and interests of stakeholders is a complex and ongoing process, but it is essential for any business's long-term sustainability and success.

Various survey results show that one-third to half of employees believe they are underutilized at work. Adopting an authentic commitment to your company employees is essential for building a positive workplace culture and fostering employee loyalty. Intelligent leaders will commit to listening to their employees and adjust approaches as needed to ensure a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.