Tim McMahon, Author at aleanjourney

Start 2026 with the Respect for People Roadmap — March & April Cohort Open for Enrollment 0
- Development/Training, Respect For People
- February 13, 2026
Are you ready to take your Lean journey beyond tools and processes and into the heart of what makes organizations truly thrive — people? The Respect for People Roadmap is opening its March & April 2026 cohort, and this is an excellent opportunity to participate in a learning experience designed to strengthen culture, connection, and
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Lean Quote: “What Are You Doing for Others?” — Martin Luther King Jr.0
- Lean Quote, Respect For People
- January 16, 2026
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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Building a Performance-Based Culture During Performance Review Season 0
- Goals, Lean Management
- January 14, 2026
Performance review season can be difficult—for leaders and team members alike. For managers, it often brings pressure to evaluate results, have tough conversations, and balance accountability with encouragement. For employees, it can feel stressful, uncertain, and deeply personal. When performance hasn’t met expectations, it’s easy for everyone involved to feel discouraged. From a Lean perspective,
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7 Leadership Principles to Drive Results for You and Your Team 0
- Leadership, Lean Management
- January 12, 2026
What exactly are “principles”? At their core, principles are guiding rules or standards of behavior that shape how we act and make decisions. They serve as a compass—helping leaders stay grounded while navigating the challenges of work and life. In leadership, principles are not optional—they’re essential. They provide the foundation for how leaders inspire, influence,
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