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Season Three Teaser: “Rich Men North of Richmond” and CI?
In our upcoming season, our mission remains clear: empower you with the insights needed for streamlined processes, waste elimination, and building a foundation for sustainable success. Season three brings inspiring interviews, industry trend analyses, and...
Keeping Gemba Walks Fresh With Michael Bremer
In this episode, Michael Bremer and I discover the key differentiators of highly effective organizations, explore the concept of a gemba walk and its importance, and discuss how to keep gemba walks fresh for continuous improvement. What You'll Learn: What is different...
The Crucial Role of Standard Work in Building the Foundation for Continuous Improvement
“Where there is no standard there can be no Kaizen.” ~Taiichi Ohno, Father of the Toyota Production System. Spear and Bowen (1999) explain how the Toyota Production System created a community of scientists as the system enables establishing sets of hypotheses...
Ignite Passion with Stephanie Bown
In this episode, Stephanie Bown and I discuss solutions to common problems, the need for organizations to focus on performance systems, and the role of leaders in fostering high performance, offering practical tips for team leaders. What You'll Learn: Can you tell us...
Fostering Psychological Safety in the Coming Year: A Cornerstone for Innovation and Well-being
As we move into the fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape, where innovation and adaptability are paramount, organizations are recognizing the crucial role of psychological safety in creating a conducive environment for growth and well-being. Psychological safety...
Strategy and the Future of Lean with Trina Poston
In this episode, Trina Poston and I highlight the unique benefits lean brings, explore its next evolutions, and discuss the crucial skill set of a successful lean leader. What You'll Learn: What is your background / how did you get into lean? Many lean practitioners...
Navigating the First 90 Days: 4 Ways New Managers can Foster a Lean Culture
Embarking on a managerial role comes with its unique set of challenges and responsibilities. For new managers, particularly those eager to instill a lean culture within their teams, the first 90 days are crucial. Developing a lean culture is not just about cutting...
Lean Relevance for All with Adam Ward
In this episode, Adam Ward and I discuss quick insights on Lean's current state, avoiding common transformation errors, and unlocking momentum for stuck Lean practitioners. What You'll Learn: What are your thoughts on the state of lean today? How do you stay current...
Embracing Growth: The Invaluable Role of Learning from Mistakes
In the dynamic landscape of business and industry, the pursuit of continuous improvement is a cornerstone for success. Organizations striving for excellence often find themselves on a journey of refining and optimizing their processes. One of the most powerful...
Reaching Positive Outcomes Faster with Kerry Bass
In this episode, Kerry L. Bass and I explore strategies for accelerating organizational change, building trust in elections, fostering societal success for all, attracting the right talent, and examining the continued relevance of quality management principles. What...