Message from the MTA President

Strive to do Less, Better!!

Everywhere we look there are signs of or constraints to the supply chain. Whether it is empty store shelves, longer lead time on orders, or lack of available labor, we are typically getting less done each week than in the past. I’ve pushed in front of our group the theme, “Let’s do less, better.” Our goal, much like yours is to provide a high-quality product to our customers each day. I’m sure that as you maintain your properties there are times where you get stretched thin. Work to eliminate stress for yourself and your team by trying to do less, better.

This may sound farfetched, but what it does for the team and the customer is a definite morale booster. Your team will put more effort into small manageable tasks. When your team works on lots of different things and are not be able to finish them in a timely and high-quality manner, they become frustrated, much as you do. Also, your clients may see it as being disorganized and become concerned with the product.

I’m not suggesting how to push your team, but we must realize they have some of the same stresses that we do. “Less, Better” can motivate them at work and in their personal lives leading to a better employee.

I hope this spring season brings you new opportunities for growth within your properties and your team. Work to keep them motivated and productive to reduce stress all around. Please plan to attend the Yard Dawg Classic on July 12th at the Refuge Golf Course in Flowood. This event is a great way to collaborate and have fun with our friends.

Keep in mind as springtime arrives, work to keep stress levels down and morale boosted by doing less, better.

Here’s to a great kickoff to your spring and summer seasons.

Alan Sullivan

2022 MTA President