In his TEDx Talk titled “Moving business toward human-focused impact”, AW Schultz discusses the importance of prioritizing human needs and well-being in the business world. Schultz emphasizes the need for businesses to shift their focus from solely chasing profits to creating meaningful impact on individuals and communities.
Schultz shares his experiences of working in the corporate world and witnessing the negative impact of profit-driven decisions on employees and customers. He argues that a human-focused approach is not only ethical but also beneficial for businesses in the long run. By prioritizing the well-being of their employees and customers, companies can improve employee morale, customer satisfaction, and overall business performance.
Schultz also explores how businesses can incorporate social responsibility and sustainability into their operations to create a positive impact on society. He advocates for a more holistic approach to business that considers the needs of all stakeholders, not just shareholders.
Overall, Schultz’s talk encourages businesses to move towards a more human-focused approach that values people over profits and strives to make a positive impact on the world.
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Industry 5.0 is a global strategy that prioritizes a balanced view of value over time to dive down the CO2 level with an approach that utilizes people and technology to create sustainability. This idea of Industry 5.0 recognizes the importance of human and natural capital and financial capital and emphasizes building resilience to mitigate risks. Achieving resilience requires long-term planning that considers people, the planet, and prosperity. AW Schultz is a scholar, consultant, Amazon best-selling author, and international speaker. A.W. works with those in asset management within the manufacturing communities. Specializing in improving performance and sustainability within smart factories or robust asset care programs.
Having supported some of the largest manufacturing companies in the world, from foods, chemicals, oil and gas, medical devices, steel, cosmetics, and mining. With a unique ability to coach individuals and teams, empowering them to reach their full potential. Recognizing that effective leadership is pivotal to success, A.W. prioritizes the development of strong managerial skills and creates tailored programs to foster growth at all levels of an organization. Through his coaching expertise, A.W. has witnessed remarkable team transformations, resulting in enhanced collaboration, increased productivity, and improved employee satisfaction. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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