by Patrick Adams | May 22, 2022 | Articles, Lean Leadership
If you haven’t read my book “Avoiding the Continuous Appearance Trap,” then you might not know the title of this article is the last “sub-question” from the first chapter question: Are You Content? Part of not being content must include...
by Patrick Adams | May 15, 2022 | Articles, Learning, Operational Excellence
As a young production supervisor on second shift, I was walking the production floor when an employee waved me over. It was my first week at this company and I was still introducing myself to everyone. She said, “I’d like to make a change.” I said,...
by Patrick Adams | May 6, 2022 | Articles, Culture & Engagement
Let’s take a walk around your facility. What do you see? With a quick glance, do you know the status of the operations? Are you on pace or off pace? What problems do you see? What waste can you identify? Now, pay special attention to the people. Do they appear...
by Patrick Adams | May 1, 2022 | Articles, Learning
A few years ago, I borrowed my father-in-laws old truck to tow a camper for a family camping adventure. When I went to go pick up the old truck from him, I took my, then, 10 year old son with me. He was excited to ride in grandpa’s old truck! It was a hot summer...
by Patrick Adams | Apr 22, 2022 | Articles, Business Transformation, Lean Leadership
“Conjuring up a ‘burning platform’ when there isn’t one is just plain wrong.” ❌❌❌ When a major change is necessary, it is important to find a deterrent that will prevent people from wanting to continue with the status quo. Many leaders have determined it best to use...
