Smarter, Leaner: AI Meets Lean Thinking

Smarter, Leaner: AI Meets Lean Thinking

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, host Catherine McDonald, Shane Daughenbaugh, and guest Randy Kesterson discuss the integration of AI with Lean thinking on the Lean Solutions Podcast. They emphasize the importance of maintaining human judgment and involvement in...
Spotlight Episode: “Rethinking Failure”

Spotlight Episode: “Rethinking Failure”

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, host Patrick Adams and Catherine McDonald as they discuss the importance of reframing failure as a learning opportunity rather than a negative event. About the Hosts: Catherine McDonald is a Lean and Leadership Coach. Her work...
Beyond the Tools

Beyond the Tools

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Shayne Daughenbaugh, Catherine McDonald, and guest Cheryl Jekiel discuss the transition from using Lean as a collection of tools to embedding it into behavioral perspective. They emphasize the importance of behavioral change...
Cultural Transformation

Cultural Transformation

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Shayne Daughenbaugh, Andy Olrich, and guest Steve Spear discuss the evolution of industry, emphasizing the importance of cultural shifts driven by Lean thinking. They interview Steve Spears, a senior lecturer at MIT Sloan, who...
Respect-Driven Delegation

Respect-Driven Delegation

What You’ll Learn: What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Catherine McDonald, Shayne Daughenbaugh, and guest Sam Yankelevitch discuss the importance of respectful delegation in leadership. They highlight the significance of clarity, accountability, and continuous...