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Here is a classic DP level problem that I've encountered. See if you can identify the problem and find a solution!

Sometimes, complainers are a resource. Orion CEO Mike Glass shares a formative leadership experience when he discovered that someone who seemed disgruntled was actually a huge asset.

Challenge yourself and your staff with this brain teaser! Our Instrumentation & Controls courses encourage thoughtful problem solving that helps improve productivity and increase safety in the workplace. 

Subject matter expert Mike Glass shares his tips for teaching effective technical trade material, as well as pointers on retention and engaging with your students. 

How to course correct from reactive problem solving to proactive, thought-based maintenance actions. Encouraging documentation and accountability to increase productivity and lower trial-and-error related lost revenue and time.

Create a deeper understanding of electricity using a hands-on approach. Mike Glass uses this method of teaching the basics of electricity to create lasting knowledge that is based on practice and practical application. 

Instead of recruiting and headhunting, grow your talent internally when you invest in proper training and development. Mike Glass outlines the benefits of hiring from within, and developing staff by investing in education and skill building.

Mike Glass reflects on his time in the US Navy Nuclear Program, and the mentor who made a difference in his life. By encouraging him to think critically and take the time to absorb the information rather than memorizing it, Mike's mentor changed the trajectory of his career. Who was your mentor and how did they make a difference in your life?