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Giving Thanks at Work 0
- A Lean Journey
- November 21, 2016
As Thanksgiving approaches, it is typically the time of year when we take a moment to count the blessings in our life and give thanks. Often, the word “thankful” seems less than adequate to express how we truly feel and does not completely convey our gratitude. There are so many things for which we should
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Lean Quote: Shine A Light On What Is Right!0
- Lean Quote
- November 18, 2016
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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Nine Ways to Change People’s Attitudes For the Positive 0
- Change Management
- November 16, 2016
Anyone who has worked in or led an organization’s transformation understands change is not easy. People commonly resist change for a variety of reasons. Although you intend for the change to result in a positive outcome, change is often viewed as negative. For your plan to be accepted, you must anticipate and overcome any negativity,
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The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership 0
- Leadership
- November 14, 2016
Leadership is not defined by personality traits or job titles—it is defined by actions, behaviors, and consistent practices. Research shows that the most successful leaders demonstrate a specific set of behaviors that inspire trust, drive performance, and create meaningful impact. These behaviors are captured in the Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership, a proven framework that
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Lean Quote: Empower People, Honor Their Ideas 0
- Lean Quote
- November 11, 2016
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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Lean Tips Edition #102 (1531 – 1545)0
- Lean Tips
- November 9, 2016
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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