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Lean Quote: People Aren’t Your Problem…It’s Your Work Systems and Processes0
- Lean Quote
- August 9, 2019
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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Kids on Leadership0
- Leadership
- August 7, 2019
There are a gazillion videos about leadership on YouTube but this one that is a little dated is pretty profound. Wisdom from the mouths of children. Video was created by Forum Corp, 1990 It’s true children do say the darnedest things. Things like: “Have an open mind and absorb new ideas.” “Know what he or
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Engage Like a Leader – 3 Perspectives for Better Success0
- Leadership
- August 5, 2019
Being a leader is much more than simply being the boss. As a leader, a big part of your job is keeping your employees motivated and engaged. A properly engaged employee can work to their full potential and greatly benefit their organization. In business there are three dimensions: the impersonal task, or “It,” the interpersonal
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Lean Quote: Give One’s Self to Others0
- Lean Quote
- August 2, 2019
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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5 Ways to Enhance Employee Development0
- Development/Training
- July 29, 2019
There are a seemingly infinite number of initiatives that can lead to success at your company. You can pull levers on product development, QA, sales, marketing, customer success…etc… but prioritizing what will have the greatest impact is tough. It’s no wonder that employee development often ends up at the bottom of a very long list.
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Lean Quote: Life is a Long Lesson in Humility0
- Lean Quote
- July 26, 2019
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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5 Myths of Standard Work0
- Lean Basics
- July 24, 2019
Standardizing the work adds discipline to the culture, an element that is frequently neglected but essential for Lean to take root. Standardized work is also a learning tool that supports audits, promotes problem solving, and involves team members in developing poka-yokes. While standard work can be an effective foundation for continuous improvement it is important
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Book Review: Be a Frontline H.E.R.O.0
- Book Review
- July 22, 2019
Do you know someone who was very good at their job, and as a result was promoted into management without any people training? Maybe you’ve promoted an employee into management assuming they could hack it. Despite our best intentions, truth of the matter is most managers are not equipped to handle the people piece. Dr.
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Lean Quote: 5 Qualities of a Great Leader0
- Lean Quote
- July 12, 2019
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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