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Labor Day 2022

Happy Labor Day from the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program showing various workers with different occupations.
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The Baldrige Performance Excellence Program would like to wish a happy and healthful Labor Day 2022 to all those who labor for the good of the nation through their jobs, public service, community support, and specific causes. We also offer a special "Thank You!" to the many organizations, individuals, and volunteers who support us in our mission of enhancing the performance and sustainability of businesses and other organizations across the nation". 
 


Job Quality Toolkit cover showing varies people in different occupations.

NEW Job Quality Toolkit

The Job Quality Toolkit is an actionable tool that organizations can use to improve the quality of the jobs they offer. Identifying and improving the drivers most valued by workers can significantly increase their satisfaction and engagement and, in turn, benefit the organization’s ability to compete for talent and achieve success in the marketplace. The Job Quality Toolkit is deeply rooted in the Baldrige Excellence Framework®.

Job Quality Toolkit  |  Drivers of Job Quality  |  Case Studies


About the author

Robert Fangmeyer

I am Bob, Director of the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program. I have been with Baldrige since 1997 serving on many of the teams in the office in many different roles. Since becoming the Deputy Director in 2011, I have led the effort to design, develop, and implement a new business model that relies even more heavily on partnerships and collaboration as well as cost control and revenue generation. As Director, I manage overall operations, focusing on enhancing our products and services, ensuring efficient and effective operations, as well as planning for strategic capability and capacity needs. In addition, I spend significant time and energy helping to lead and guide the development and implementation of the Baldrige Enterprise.  I am thrilled to be a part of the Baldrige Program where I get to work with and learn from people and organizations committed to achieving excellence.

My background includes owning and managing small service-based businesses, six years as a human resources specialist, a Bachelors degree in Psychology, and an MBA from the University of Maryland. When not working, I enjoy exercising and spending time with my wonderful wife, three kids, and Buddy, my boxer dog.

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