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10 Rules for an Exceptional Leader0
- Leadership
- May 24, 2023
Great leadership is indeed a difficult thing to pin down and understand. You know a great leader when you’re working for one, but even they can have a hard time explaining the specifics of what they do that makes their leadership so effective. Great leadership is dynamic; it melds a variety of unique skills into
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What Employees Really Want in a Leader0
- Leadership
- May 22, 2023
Being a business leader in the 21st century is a tall order. You’re responsible for the health and happiness of your staff but also need to run a profitable, efficient business. Accounting for the differences among employees can be tricky, too, as some folks appreciate a hands-on approach while others need space to spread their
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Lean Quote: The Good Life is Built With Good Relationships0
- Lean Quote
- May 19, 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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Decision Making: Six Guideline to Better Outcomes0
- Leadership
- May 17, 2023
Theodore Roosevelt once said, “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” It makes sense. Yet, when it comes to the decision-making process, so many of us still wind up paralyzed.
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Decision Making: 5 Common Pitfalls to Avoid0
- Leadership
- May 15, 2023
Being a manager can be both stimulating and challenging. Transitioning from an individual contributor to a manager comes with the opportunity to influence decision-making processes, implement business strategies, and oversee organizational change initiatives. It can also increase the likelihood that you’ll make mistakes, as you take on greater responsibility and learn how to manage not
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Lean Quote: Providing Praise Pays Off!0
- Lean Quote
- May 12, 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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Sense of Urgency: Good or Bad?0
- Change Management, Leadership
- May 10, 2023
When the topic of sense of urgency comes up, most leaders would agree it’s a discriminator which can mean the difference between thriving or surviving. It shows drive and purpose in an individual or business. It’s usually contagious, so the display of urgency will influence others to demonstrate drive as well. As a leader, I’ve
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Lean Tips Edition #203 (#3256 – #3270)0
- Lean Tips
- May 8, 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: 7 Leadership Behaviors of Leadership Excellence0
- Lean Quote
- May 5, 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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