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What Are You Thankful For This Thanksgiving?0
- Other
- November 23, 2023
Thanksgiving Day has evolved over the years as an important holiday. It is not just about feasting and merrymaking. The tradition of Thanksgiving dinner teaches us to appreciate the finer things in life. It is about showing one’s gratitude for the blessings that we are showered with. In all the hustle and bustle of getting
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Four Ways to Show Gratitude at Work This Thanksgiving0
- Culture, Leadership
- November 20, 2023
Employees spend a great majority of their time at work. Many dedicate long hours to the corporate hustle, and while some are motivated by overtime, others feel they do not have an option, but to work beyond their weekly forty hours. When employees feel appreciated for their work and by their employer, they are more
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Lean Quote: For Success, Like Happiness, Cannot Be Pursued0
- Lean Quote
- November 17, 2023
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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Jidoka – Find an Issue, Stop and Fix It0
- Quality
- November 15, 2023
There is no room for compromise in Lean when it comes to quality. We have to learn to build quality into our processes and design Lean processes based on right-first-time principles. Building quality into our processes means not simply relying on perfectly trained individuals and teams who never make mistakes. Standard Operating Procedures may help
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Lean Tips Edition #212 (#3391 – #3405)0
- Lean Tips
- November 13, 2023
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: Four Lesson Learned From Service This Veteran’s Day0
- Lean Quote
- November 10, 2023
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 Tips to Build A Thriving Culture0
- Culture
- November 8, 2023
Company culture has been a hot topic among people leaders in recent years. Many executives will probably say their organizational culture is their most valued asset when considering what makes their company unique. While many organizations take pride in their culture, the truth is not many leaders have wrapped their heads around it. Company culture
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Leadership Requires Courage0
- Leadership
- November 6, 2023
Courage is essential in the professional realm because it allows us to face challenges and take risks, to take the next step with confidence. Leaders who have courage are those who dare to lead by example, who can make difficult decisions and act accordingly, even when the outcome is not certain. They are those who
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Lean Quote: Retaining Talent0
- Lean Quote
- November 3, 2023
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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