February 2021 - aleanjourney

Lean Quote: Do Things That Make a Difference 0
- Lean Quote
- February 26, 2021
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on
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Cultivating an Environment of Healthy Leadership 0
- Guest Post
- February 24, 2021
Image Source: Unsplash (https://unsplash.com/photos/nMffL1zjbw4) General George Douglas MacArthur once said, “A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others.” This is as true today as it was back then, and for a business in any industry to survive, it
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Lean Tips Edition #167 (#2716 – 2730)0
- Lean Tips
- February 22, 2021
For my Facebook fans you already know about this great feature. But for those of you that are not connected to A Lean Journey on Facebook or Twitter I post daily a feature I call Lean Tips. It is meant to be advice, things I learned from experience, and some knowledge tidbits about Lean to
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Lean Quote: 99% of Failures Come From People Who Make Excuses 0
- Lean Quote
- February 19, 2021
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on
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6 Ways To Earn Respect As A Leader 0
- Leadership, Respect For People
- February 17, 2021
In order to be a good leader, respect is essential. Don’t take it for granted that your status will automatically earn you the respect of your colleagues, as it is something that must be earned over time and without it, it’s likely that you will have little authority and your colleagues will feel less inclined
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President’s Day: 5 Leadership Lessons From Past Presidents 0
- Leadership
- February 15, 2021
Past leaders can teach us a great deal about how we can become leaders today. Biographies, memoirs and documentaries abound which underscore the achievements and abilities of the numerous outstanding leaders who came before us. The history of the United States in particular is filled with past presidents who are excellent examples of great leaders.
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