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Chartering for Success with Adam Lawrence
In this episode, Adam Lawrence and I discuss the power of proper chartering prior to launching into a project or kaizen event of any sort. This is Adam's second time on The Lean Solutions Podcast; the first time was back in episode 50 where we talked about his book,...
Are Teams Discussing Improvements?
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...
Nummi and GM European Plants with John Rooney
In this episode, John Rooney and I discuss Nummi and its impact on European workers during his time as an executive at General Motors. What You’ll Learn This Episode: What is Nummi? The impact of Nummi on the GM European plants True Lean vs. the appearance of...
Are You Putting Out New and Innovative Products or Services?
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 day...
The Right Kind of Problem Solving with Lee Campe
In this episode, I talk with Lee Campe about some of his favorite problem solving examples. This is Lee's second time on the show. Previously, in episode 56, we discussed how to maintain a high standards in Lean and Six Sigma. Today, we talked about his experiences...
Do You Communicate a Compelling Story and Vision for Growth?
“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...
Human Centered Design with Michael Parent
This week I’m chatting with Michael Parent, a Master Lean Six Sigma Black belt and managing director of Michael Parent Consulting Services in Michigan. In this episode we talk about Lean and Human Centered Design and the value it offers Continuous...
Avoiding Continuous ‘Appearance’
In my best-selling book, Avoiding the Continuous Appearance Trap, I identified 12 strategic questions anyone can ask to understand what's truly underneath their culture. These 12 questions give anyone the ability to assess their operations and begin taking action...
Lean Strategy with Michael Ballé
Today on the podcast, I’m talking with Michael Ballé, a business writer, executive coach, organizational researcher and Lean expert with 30 years of experience. In this episode, Michael and I talk about how you can use Lean strategy in your organization and...
Simple. Visual. Continuous.
Today on the podcast, I’m sharing a conference presentation I gave to the Lean Six Sigma World Conference about the importance of keeping it simple and visual when it comes to Lean. In this episode, I talk about the importance of good...