### Thoughts on Why a Production System by John Roberts www.pointofcurvature.com At the core, we all desire to feel like we matter—it's a question of dignity. The things that truly matter in life often require hard work and sacrifice, but the effort is always worthwhile. Courage should be valued over popularity. After all, leadership is not about being liked—I've yet to see “how to be liked” on any list of leadership skills. We're not just building projects or even a company; we're building people. When we invest in people, the success of the project and the company will naturally follow. #### Primary Benefits (Needs) – What do I need to do my job? - Materials - Tools - Equipment - Information - Safety #### Secondary Benefits (Wants) – What is desired from my job? - Sense of Team - To be trusted with responsibilities - To play a vital role in the outcome of the project & company (knowing what I do matters) - To have a sense of purpose knowing others depend on my contributions - Sense of Recognition from - Peers - Organization leaders - Sense of realizing with personal growth there's more to offer - The Industry - Family - Friends - Sense of pride - Being proud to tell others about my work because it’s important. - Sense of Financial Reward - Having the ability to provide for those who rely on you - Sense of Worth - Feeling Valued through - Others being willing to invest time, money, and resources in me. - Having the opportunity to be creative and heard. - Personal Growth - Helping others achieve their full potential - Sense of Accomplishment - Doing something others haven’t been able to achieve - Knowing my work matters beyond just a paycheck - Looking back at the end of my career and feeling I’ve made a meaningful difference. - Sense of Security - Trusting the company’s ability to provide long-term employment. - Knowing decisions are never compromised at the expense of personal safety.