Book Review: Go for Third - Leadership Lessons from the Softball Field to the Workplace by Derek Volk
- Book Review
- February 23, 2026

Earlier this week I discussed the benefits of processing mapping. Process maps are used to develop a better understanding of a process, to generate ideas for process improvement or stimulate discussion, build stronger communication, and — of course — to document a process. Creating a process map is a relatively straight forward process but some
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Complete Guide: 5 Key Benefits of Process Mapping in Business Understanding Process Mapping Process mapping is a powerful visualization technique that transforms abstract business workflows into clear, actionable diagrams. By creating visual representations of how work flows through an organization, process mapping serves as one of the most essential process improvement tools available to modern
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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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As a leader, you want to do everything you can to be the best and most effective leader possible, and while there are many things to keep in mind, one important thing is to remember is to create an inclusive learning environment for the members of your group. Creating an inclusive work environment is an
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Putting people first at a company, what I call being People-Centric, promotes the sharing of ideas, suggestions and improvements. People are at the core of every organization, and an organization’s employees – its people – are the most important investment it will make. Even as technology advances and capital shifts, it is the leadership and
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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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