Winning in Business: Lessons from The Art of War

Sun Tzu’s The Art of War has been guiding military strategists for centuries. But what if I told you these same battle-tested principles could be the key to running a successful business? Whether leading a company or optimizing factory operations, the art of strategy remains the same: Know your battlefield. Control your resources. Lead with …

Building a High-Performance Culture: The Filipino Advantage

John Maxwell once said, “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” In today’s fast-paced business environment, a high-performance culture is not simply about meeting targets—it is about creating an environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to excel. At the heart of every thriving organization are engaged …

Beyond Improvement: The Power of Breakthrough Thinking

When I joined a new company as the Plant Manager back in 2019, the General Manager shared his dream with me which started in 2017: “Grow the company 5 times in 5 years.” That vision made me pause and think. At that moment, I knew that Lean, Six Sigma, and TOC would be essential but …

The Starting Point: You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

When someone asks, “Why do I need that?”, it usually comes from a place of confidence—or assumption—that everything is already in order. But what if there are unseen gaps holding your organization back? At Engaged, we believe that true operational excellence starts with awareness. This is why we developed the 7 Fundamental Principles in Operations …

The Power of Employee Engagement: Driving Success from Within

Employee engagement is the heartbeat of a thriving organization. It goes beyond job satisfaction—it's about how emotionally committed employees are to their work, their teams, and the company’s mission. Engaged employees drive innovation, enhance productivity, and strengthen workplace culture, while disengaged employees can lead to higher turnover, lower performance, and reduced customer satisfaction. A company …