It will have been 95 years ago this month that Martin Luther King, Jr., was born in Atlanta. One of the greatest Americans to have ever lived, King devoted his life to the struggle for civil rights, a struggle that continues to this very day. In both word and action, he had a profound and
READ MOREOn 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
READ MOREThere’s a lot of articles about the importance of goal-setting, however, most of us don’t take the time to lay out clear and measurable goals to work toward. Goal setting will help you stay motivated, determine what’s important to you, eliminate distractions, and build your self-confidence. When we get busy with work and everyday life,
READ MOREFor 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
READ MOREOn 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
READ MOREIt’s that time of year again when many are making personal resolutions for change. But as I said yesterday I recommend forgetting the whole concept of resolutions and concentrating on setting goals instead. For most managers the beginning of New Year means establishing a new set of objectives. This is a good time to reflect
READ MOREMake this New Year a great year by living your life well every day. I have put together a list of good advice that I have come across over the years to consider as you go forth into another New Year. Good advice: Live in the moment. By all means have long term goals but then avert
READ MOREA selection of highlighted blog posts from Lean bloggers from the month of December 2023. You can also view the previous monthly Lean Roundups here. Advice to Young Lean Professionals – Bob Emiliani shares advice that could help young lean professionals better succeed and avoid much stress and anguish. Signs of a Failing Lean
READ MORE10 Inspirational Lean Quotes to Reflect On During Your Lean Journey Throughout our lives, we encounter individuals who leave lasting impressions with their words of wisdom. These moments often become turning points—encouraging reflection, growth, and action. In the world of Lean, active learning is a vital part of the journey. Without learning, there is no
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