Positively MFV March 2024

Mar 5

Compliment Box

Thank you to everyone for submitting compliments and spreading the love for our fellow team members! Check out all the entries below to see if someone gave you a shoutout!

“Jasmine P is ALWAYS helpful and ALWAYS brings a kind attitude with her to work. She does more than her fair share and usually deciphers what is required of her and us to keep the day flowing.
She is an awesome coworker and I'm happy to work with her!.” - Kristal Batchelor

“Being a fairly new employee, there is a lot to learn. Gwen Rivenbark always helps answer my questions related to trying to get invoices keyed & bills paid. We stay super busy & she always stops to help me “troubleshoot issues” when I need her. Thanks, Gwen for all your help & patience!” -Pamela Morgan

“Tonight we were so busy. Allison Naylor brought several trays of dishes to the back and wiped down tables. I appreciated it very much!” - Rhianna Carey

“Charlotte Jones : As long as she has been staffed here and as many changes as she's seen come and go, she never fails to have a fantastic attitude! If you dance a jig, so does she, if you sing a tune, she'll applaud you! She's great and will help with anything she can!” - Kristal Batchelor

“Pam Hurt is always so very kind and thoughtful to others. She extends this courtesy to everyone, members and fellow employees. She goes out of her way to make sure guests are taken care of. It is always a pleasure working with her!’ - Susan Wolfe-Hill

“Rosa Fernandez has been working here for as long as Iv been here. She is a wonderful employee, she does her work diligently and efficiently she’s always willing to help. And when she’s done with her assignment, she goes immediately to laundry.she has a great work ethic and I love to see that!” - Victoria Wuenst

“Mike was super helpful last week. I had a part I couldn’t find and he made sure to pause his tasks and help me find it in a quick fashion. Mike is amazing!” - Donovan Evans

“Sam Johnson has stepped into the Executive Chef position at River Landing bringing talent and a positive attitude with him daily. His food is superb and he is a pleasure to work with!’ - Susan Wolfe-Hill

“Shenita Whitney is super fun! She has great energy. She works at the front desk at The Inn, she always says good morning and asks me about my day. She knows how to make you feel special and I’m sure she makes our guests feel the same way.” - Victoria Wuenst

“Nick Wells is always there to help me without a problem when i have trouble with a task or just do not understand something. He always makes me look forward to coming to work and learning knew things as I excel at my job and at being a great employee!” - Dusty DeMott

February Winners

Coach Your Staff to Think Critically

By: Tomeka Robinson, MS.Ed.

Talent & Development Manager

Helping your staff develop critical thinking skills can significantly enhance their performance and contribute to the overall success of your organization. But what exactly is critical thinking? It is a process that enables individuals to make decisions based on factual evidence rather than emotions or personal biases. Essentially, critical thinking enables people to analyze ideas, explore various viewpoints, and reach logical conclusions, all while setting aside their own emotions. By embracing critical thinking, your team can navigate complex situations more effectively and make well-informed choices that drive the organization forward.

How can managers help employees develop critical thinking skills:

1. Model Critical Thinking Behaviors: Share your thinking process with staff, encourage open dialogue, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

2. Set Clear Expectations: Emphasize the significance of critical thinking in their roles, outlining clear expectations for its application. Encourage continuous development and application of these skills in their work.

3. Provide Training and Resources: Offer training sessions, workshops, or online courses at (MFV University) focused on critical thinking skills. Encourage staff to engage with the materials and apply their learning to daily tasks.

4. Encourage Questioning: Show your team that asking questions and challenging assumptions is encouraged. Encourage staff to evaluate information by asking probing questions and seeking evidence to support claims.

5. Promote Collaboration & Problem-Solving: Encourage teamwork and collaboration using tools like team meetings, fishbone diagrams, and HUM's. Solicit input from the team to reduce pressure on individuals and motivate cohesive work.

6. Provide Constructive Feedback: Acknowledge and support staff when they demonstrate effective critical thinking, such as identifying risks, proposing solutions, self-correcting, or challenging assumptions.

In summary, by implementing these steps, you can help your staff develop and strengthen their critical thinking skills, ultimately fostering a more innovative, responsive, and high-performing team. To schedule group leadership training or individual course training, please email trobinson@murfam.com.

Scorecard Winners

Each month our sow farms participate in healthy competition in an effort to reward the highest levels of productivity. This is measured in three areas, farrowing rate, pigs weaned, and conception rate/RTU. Each of the winning teams receives a catered meal of their choice.

North Carolina - February

Farrow Rate

1st Place: Riverfront 1

2nd Place: Wolf

3rd Place: Pack

PWSF

1st Place: Riverfront 1

2nd Place: Pender 1

3rd Place: Boykin Lake

Conception Rate

1st Place: Riverfront 1

2nd Place: Hairr 2

3rd Place: Triumph

Missouri - February

Farrow Rate

1st Place: Forest Oak

2nd Place: Arrowhead

3rd Place: Sawgrass

PWSF

1st Place: Springview

2nd Place: Arrowhead

3rd Place: Sweet Spring

Conception Rate

1st Place: Wheatrun

2nd Place: Bluestem

3rd Place: Driftwood

Riverfront 1 recently celebrated a huge accomplishment by winning first place in ALL THREE categories of their scorecard - farrowing rate, PWSF, and conception rate! Great job Riverfront 1!

Happy anniversary to all of our employees celebrating in March! 🎉

Congratulations to Scott Stone on 15 years with MFV! Scott is truly an asset to Hawkeye Sow Farm, MFV, and to the people who are lucky enough to work with him and to know him. Pictured with Scott are Hawkeye Sow Farm Manager Matt Bays and MO Production Manager Joe Oehring.

Your Safety is a priority

February Safety Awards

Congratulations to the following departments for staying safe!

RL Builders - 11 Years

Mag 1 Sow - 7 Years

EBW Lamination - 7 Years

Arrowhead Sow - 3 Years

Crusader Admin - 3 Years

Britt Sow - 3 Years

Enviro Tech 1 Sow - 1 Year

Safety Topics from Mike Brown

Cold Weather Stress

When facing cold weather, it's crucial to adapt accordingly, whether you're indoors or outdoors for work or school. Always check the local weather before leaving home and dress appropriately. Stay connected with colleagues to ensure everyone's safety from the cold. Follow preventive measures provided by trainers and watch for signs of cold stress in team members. Limit exposure to cold conditions and rotate individuals into warm, dry environments during breaks. Be proactive in preventing these cold-stress conditions!

To learn more, click the link below. ⬇️

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MFV Referral Bonus Program

Get paid **up to $600** for referring your friends and family to work at Murphy Family Ventures with our **Referral Bonus Program!**
**Speak with your local HR representatives**
**for more information.**
NC: 910-285-1005 | MO: 417-677-7337
*mfvhr@murfam.com*

Employee Benevolent Fund

Online Medical Services: Teladoc

Teladoc is available as a benefit to our employees for online medical services. You will enjoy services for a $10 copay for non-emergency conditions. Click here for more information.

Employee Discounts

Grab your next lunch from Mad Boar Restaurant & Pub and Village Subs or visit Bill Carone Cars for all your vehicle needs. Don’t forget, all employees get a 10% discount at both restaurants, 10% off car repairs, and $500 off a new or used car.