Book Review – Creating Value by John Rizzo
- Book Review
- January 26, 2026

Creating Value is a practical, story-driven guide to building organizations where people are empowered, processes are continuously improved, and value is created for every stakeholder—employees, customers, and owners. Drawing from more than 30 years of hands-on transformation work across more than 40 companies and 1,000+ workshops, John Rizzo distills a holistic business system grounded in
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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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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 help you along your journey. Another
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Each year, we pause to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—a man who led with conviction, courage, and compassion. While best known for his role in the civil rights movement, Dr. King’s approach to leadership provides timeless lessons for anyone guiding teams, organizations, or communities. His example reminds us that
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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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Performance review season can be difficult—for leaders and team members alike. For managers, it often brings pressure to evaluate results, have tough conversations, and balance accountability with encouragement. For employees, it can feel stressful, uncertain, and deeply personal. When performance hasn’t met expectations, it’s easy for everyone involved to feel discouraged. From a Lean perspective,
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