TRAINING & EVENTS

Cost: $149

Adapting to Change: Building Resilience in Today’s Manufacturing Environment

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing landscape, change is constant—new technologies, shifting customer demands, workforce challenges, and evolving processes all require employees and leaders to adapt quickly and effectively. Adapting to Change is a training designed to help manufacturing professionals shift their mindset, strengthen resilience, and confidently navigate change in the workplace.

This interactive session focuses on helping participants understand why change can be difficult and how to move from resistance to acceptance. Through real-world manufacturing examples and practical tools, attendees will learn how to manage uncertainty, stay productive through transitions, and contribute to a more flexible, forward-thinking culture on the shop floor and in the office.

Participants will explore strategies to:

• Recognize and overcome common barriers to change
• Build a positive, growth-oriented mindset
• Communicate effectively during times of transition
• Maintain focus and performance in evolving environments
• Support team members through change and drive engagement

Designed specifically for manufacturers, from frontline employees to supervisors and leaders, this training delivers practical takeaways that can be immediately applied to improve adaptability, teamwork, and overall operational effectiveness.

About the Instructor: Lisa Pustelak

Lisa Pustelak is NWIRC’s Culture Development Manager. She has over 25 years of experience working with companies to help people develop their potential. Lisa is a certified Professional Coach through Duquesne University, certified Balance Score Card Professional, certified DDI Facilitator, and a member of Women in Manufacturing, NTMA, Association of Talent Development, and PA Business and Professional Women. She develops leaders and employees with onsite or public training programs on topics such as critical thinking, leadership development, communication skills, strategic planning, culture development, and coaching.