
S01 E05: Mike Schillinger, COO of Advanced Plastics
Meet Mike Schillinger
This is how he moved from company contractor to COO. Mike Schillinger took a different path to the top, and the results speak for themselves. In the world of plastics, one man’s journey from IT consultant to COO unveils the secrets behind a thriving company, Advanced Plastic. From sprint races and unexpected challenges to the art of balancing flexibility and rigidity, discover how this custom plastic extrusion company is shaping the industry and leaving its mark.
On this episode of Real Leadership, you will also discover:
- The secret to personalized customer service
- The surprising art of plastic extrusion — and why it’s so important
- How Mike knew it was time to take a leadership leap
- …and why he’s ready to take another one
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