Productivity

"It has been my observation that most people get ahead during the time that others waste." - Henry Ford

To me this quote shares the key to productivity.  Productivity is NOT working faster, but working more efficiently.

To increase productivity, find areas of wasted time and work to minimize or eliminate them.

Avoid any attempts to increase productivity that results in a lower quality finished product.  Trying to hurry through jobs usually has a reverse affect on productivity and profits.  Hurrying through jobs results in more mistakes, causing re-work or damaged stones.  When items have to be replaced, it cuts into the profits of the shop.  When work has to be redone, it slows productivity.  If you do not have time to do it right, When will you have time to do it over?

Brad