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Lean Leadership Development: Lead the Change You Want to See
Leadership isn’t just about managing—it’s about inspiring others and driving meaningful change. Being a great leader goes beyond holding a position of authority—it means inspiring, guiding, and empowering others to achieve shared goals while fostering personal and...
Embracing Failure: The Key to Growth and Innovation
Michael Jordan, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, is famously quoted as saying: “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times, I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed...
Is Lean Still Relevant?
As we step into a world driven by technological advancements and shifting global priorities, one question looms large for organizations: Is Lean still relevant? For decades, Lean has been the backbone of continuous improvement, optimizing processes, reducing waste,...
Leadership Lessons from a Snowmobile Adventure in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Recently, I joined a group of friends for a snowmobile trip through Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, an area known for its breathtaking landscapes and winding trails. The scenery was stunning—pristine snow, crisp air, and miles of trails winding through the wilderness. It...
5 Mistakes I Made After Being Promoted
Stepping into a mid-management role for the first time is a career milestone. I had just been promoted to a mid-management position. For me, it was a mix of excitement and pressure. I had supervised frontline employees in a corporate environment, but now, I'd be...
Sustaining Improvement Efforts: Minimizing Waste and Maximizing Impact
Years ago, I led a team at a manufacturing plant facing rising costs and the persistent challenge of sustaining improvements over time. We were using outdated processes that led to recurring inefficiencies, and previous improvement efforts had faded into "flavor of...
How Gratitude Fuels Leadership and Drives Success in Continuous Improvement Cultures
Gratitude is a practice that has profoundly shaped my life, both personally and professionally. As a business owner, leader, and continuous improvement practitioner, I’ve learned that gratitude isn’t just a mindset—it’s a cornerstone for building resilient teams and...
Kaizen for Everyone: Making Continuous Improvement Accessible to All
As a lean practitioner, coach, and consultant, I’ve seen the incredible impact of kaizen—a concept at the heart of lean thinking. But I’ve also noticed that the way we talk about it can sometimes feel intimidating, especially for those outside traditional industries...
Unleashing the Hunter’s Spirit: Lessons from an Elk Hunt in Colorado for Embracing Lean
I recently ventured deep into the Colorado backcountry on an elk hunting expedition. The experience challenged me, sharpened my instincts, and provided valuable insights that echo the lean principles I apply in my personal and professional work. The parallels between...
10 Leadership Lessons from “The Courage to Be Disliked”
In "The Courage to Be Disliked" by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga, the authors dive into the philosophy of Alfred Adler, encouraging a radical mindset shift that can help leaders break free from fear and self-limiting beliefs. Let me share my personal reflections on...
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