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When TBM Tweets, People Listen. (Follow TBM on Twitter)

By David Pate

October 7, 2015

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To say that we live in “interesting times” is the ultimate understatement (global market meltdown, anyone?). But if you’re running a business, it’s not enough to keep track of the turmoil; you have to stay ahead of it all. Maybe that’s why Twitter attracts so many forward-thinking executives and management teams. It’s a fast, easy way to connect with important management trends, topics and events as they happen—all of which can help guide your decision-making and inform your own point-of-view.

We’d like to invite you to follow TBM on Twitter! @TBMInsights.

A quick look at some of our of our most popular tweets and blog posts this summer will give you an idea of what you may have been missing.

In June, for example, we touched on everything from optimizing machinery in Food & Bev manufacturing to the whats, hows and whys of strategic growth and optimizing Continuous Improvement initiatives.

In July, we explored new ways to optimize human capital and get innovative products to market faster than ever before.  We talked to CEOs about what it means to lead an organization under even the most adverse conditions—and what can happen if you don’t.

And if behind-the-scenes insight is what you’re after, we offered that, too: real world case studies that walk you through actual “lean” transformations step by step, all accompanied by some very impressive results.

For anyone who still needs to ask “Why Twitter?” here are some statistics worth talking about: Twitter now has 316M users—and half a billion tweets are sent each and every day by the most engaged user population in the world.

We’re excited to be a part of it, and invite you to join us! Don’t wait another day to follow TBM on Twitter, your source for the most relevant news, information and updates to help you accomplish more for your organization.

TBM Consulting Group

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does TBM emphasize social media as part of its thought‑leadership strategy?
The article explains that social media allows TBM to share timely insights on operational excellence, leadership, and manufacturing challenges as they are happening. Platforms like Twitter enable TBM to engage directly with executives, operators, and investors, extending the reach of its thinking beyond traditional articles and events. This immediacy helps keep conversations relevant and aligned with current business realities.
What value do followers gain from engaging with TBM on Twitter?
Followers gain access to concise, practical insights drawn from real‑world client work and industry trends. The article highlights that TBM uses Twitter to share perspectives on productivity, leadership, private equity value creation, and operational transformation in a format that is easy to consume and act on. This makes it a useful channel for staying informed without waiting for long‑form content.
How does social media engagement support TBM’s broader mission?
The article emphasizes that social media supports TBM’s mission by fostering dialogue and learning across the manufacturing and investment community. By sharing ideas and engaging with others’ perspectives, TBM helps promote better management practices and operational thinking at scale. Social media becomes another way to reinforce disciplined execution and leadership excellence beyond the client engagement itself.

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David Pate

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Dave Pate is an experienced business leader with previous roles in plant management, planning and lean operations. He currently serves as Vice President, introducing new clients to TBM, cultivating long-term growth with current clients and on-boarding new clients.

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