LPM Training Day
Nine a.m. on a muggy Saturday morning; most people are caught indoors still sleeping. Liberty Proclaimed Ministry however, is wide awake holding a beneficial Policy and Procedures training for more than 30 employees over key positions within the organization to get prepared for an upcoming busy summer season.
“We need to grow in commitment.” Donna Griffin explains to the group.
LPM is growing and as they grow, part of the initiative is to develop
leaders that will be able to progress to the next level.
The meeting kicked off with a quick introduction of purpose and thanks
for giving LPM a part of their Saturday morning. Renee Diggins dove
right in with key strategies for better communication at the start of
the work day/week. Everything from signing in legibly to documenting was
covered. The group was very engaged in conversation asking questions
and clearing up any prior misconceptions about what and how to fill out
documentation sheets.
R.J. Griffin stepped in with a new concept that LPM is excited to be
test driving. “Write ups don’t all have to be negative. If you see
someone doing right, call them out about it.” In the spirit of keeping
in step the organization has developed these “Caught Doing Good”
bracelets. Rubber green bracelets adorned with the phrase that are
awarded to those going above and beyond. At the end of the month whoever
has the most bracelets enters a drawing for Employee of the Month.
Next to speak was James Lilly discussing the importance of maintenance.
Going through the proper procedures for equipment inspection, paper
work, and early reporting is key to a strong day start for LPM. In fact,
spot checking has become one of James’ daily tasks in order to make
sure leads are properly checking all equipment relevant to their roles.
“I choose vehicles at random.” James answered when asked how he decides
who will be checked for the day. This ensures everyone is thoroughly
looking at their equipment consistently and any issues are caught prior
to leaving for counties.
After a quick break, the group broke into their respective teams. Each supervisor lead discussions with
details relevant to their roles. This collaboration allowed for more
detailed group discussion, questions and learning.
At the close of the meeting LPM provided lunch for all attendees as an
additional thank you for everyone’s time. With so much engagement and
wanting to learn this organization is by far gearing up for great things
to come. As the crews exited through the freshly painted green door at
the front, the image of an eagle on the company flag hangs right above
their heads. LPM, Where lives are changed indeed!
