Gemba Academy Podcast: Lean Six Sigma | Toyota Kata | Productivity

GA 505|Values vs. Principles with Steve Kane from 2023-12-07T10:00

This week's guest is our own Steve Kane. Ron and Steve discussed Toyota Kata, coaching (specifically Steve's coaching style), running certification programs, and more. An MP3 audio version of th...

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GA 504|Gemba Academy’s 2023 with Ron Pereira from 2023-11-30T10:00:10

This week's guest is Ron Pereira. Ron explained what we've been up to as a company this year, including our Live Instructor training, and some of the new courses we've released. We also shared some...

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GA 503|Balancing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation with Brent Weichers from 2023-11-23T10:00:16

This week's guest is Brent Weichers. Ron and Brent discussed the different kinds of motivation, presenting data to a non-technical audience, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is availa...

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GA 502|The Importance of Productivity with John Abplanalp from 2023-11-16T10:00:03

This week's guest is John Abplanalp. Ron and John discussed all things productivity, including OEE, engaging employees, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here...

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GA 501|Reducing Chaos with Brandon Brown from 2023-11-09T10:00:30

This week's guest is Brandon Brown. Ron and Brandon discussed TWI, and why reducing both personal and professional chaos is so important. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for downl...

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GA 500|Celebrating 500 Episodes from 2023-11-02T10:00:17

This week we're celebrating our 500th episode by sharing some of our team's favorite moments from over the years. Whether you're new to the podcast or you've been here since the beginning, thank yo...

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GA 499|OT Cybersecurity in Manufacturing with Jeff Reinke from 2023-10-26T10:00:33

This week's guest is Jeff Reinke. Ron and Jeff discussed OT Cybersecurity, its role in manufacturing, dealing with hackers and ransomware, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is availabl...

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GA 498|The Power of Improving Less with Chad Bareither from 2023-10-19T10:00:57

This week's guest is Chad Bareither. Ron and Chad discussed Chad's book,"Improve LESS,"Toyota Kata, why continuous improvement is not just"extra work,"and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode...

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GA 497|Navigating Generational Diversity with James Newell from 2023-10-12T10:00:54

This week's guest is James Newell. Ron and James discussed generational diversity and how it affects workplace dynamics. James explained how we can navigate these differences, ensure that the knowl...

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GA 496|How to Handle Employee Suggestions with Kyle Brady from 2023-10-05T10:00:13

This week's guest is Kyle Brady. Ron and Kyle discussed suggestion boxes, how to handle suggestions that aren't accepted, and how to get started with your own suggestion program. An MP3 audio versi...

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GA 495|Finding and Retaining the Right Talent with Kerry L. Bass from 2023-09-28T10:00:29

This week's guest is Kerry L. Bass. Ron and Kerry discussed company culture, employee engagement, finding and retaining the right talent, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available...

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GA 494|TWI and the Training Timetable with Brandon Brown from 2023-09-21T10:00:22

This week's guest is Brandon Brown. Ron and Brandon discussed TWI, training timetables, and what it means to live a life you're proud of. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for downl...

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GA 493|Dealing with Fear with John Knotts from 2023-09-14T10:00:42

This week's guest is John Knotts. Ron and John explored the multifaceted concept of fear. John also explained why fear exists, and how scientific thinking and continuous improvement can help us all...

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GA 492|Better Metrics for Better Management with Mark Graban from 2023-09-07T10:00:38

This week's guest is Mark Graban. Ron and Mark discussed process behavior charts, the importance of good metrics, the Red Bead Experiment, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is availabl...

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GA 491|What Leads to High Morale with Kerrie Jordan from 2023-08-31T10:00:06

This week's guest is Kerrie Jordan. Ron and Kerrie discussed upskilling, what it means to have a"flexible work schedule,"improving morale, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is availabl...

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GA 490|What’s Broken About Work with David Henkin and Thomas Bertels from 2023-08-24T10:00:10

This week's guests are David Henkin and Thomas Bertels. David and Thomas talked about co-authoring their new book,"Fixing Work,"how attitudes around work and the workplace have changed, the role...

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GA 489|Understanding the Way We Think with Gerald J. Leonard from 2023-08-17T10:00:17

This week's guest is Gerald J. Leonard. Ron and Gerald covered a lot of interesting topics including Gerald's personal health journey, brain science, being a musician, and the power of affirmations...

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GA 488|Learning to Manage People with Summer Davies from 2023-08-10T10:00:27

This week's guest is Summer Davies. Ron and Summer discussed the importance of trust, working remotely, addressing micromanaging, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for dow...

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GA 487|Picture Yourself a Leader with Elisabeth Swan from 2023-08-03T10:00:07

This week's guest is Elisabeth Swan. Ron and Elisabeth discussed her book,"Picture Yourself a Leader,"the actions we take as leaders, building habits, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode...

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GA 486|Creating a Well-Loved Workplace with Lou Carter from 2023-07-27T10:00:42

This week's guest is Lou Carter. Ron and Lou discussed positive work relationships, how blame can become toxic, and overall how to create a well-loved workplace. An MP3 audio version of this episod...

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GA 485|Lean, Change, and Reflexivity with Bruno Pesec from 2023-07-20T10:00:04

This week's guest is Bruno Pesec. Ron and Bruno discussed journaling, practical tips for reflection, and the relationship between lean, change, and reflexivity. You won't want to skip this one! An ...

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GA 484|The Importance of Communication with Boris Kajos from 2023-07-13T10:00:57

This week's guest is Boris Kajos. Ron and Boris discussed working as a team, staying on task, the role of communication, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download her...

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GA 483|Human Leadership with Dr. Jennifer Nash from 2023-07-06T10:00:18

This week's guest is Dr. Jennifer Nash. Ron and Jennifer discussed human leadership, her book"Be Human, Lead Human,"working from home, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available fo...

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GA 482|The True Value of OpEx Assessments with Brent Weichers from 2023-06-29T10:00:02

This week's guest is Brent Weichers. Ron and Brent discussed OpEx assessments and how Brent and his team deliver genuine value and insight through them. An MP3 audio version of this episode is avai...

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GA 481|Motivation and Respect for People with George Saiz from 2023-06-22T10:00:17

This week's guest is George Saiz. Ron and George discussed the true meaning behind Respect for People, and how to effectively motivate different people in different ways. An MP3 audio version of th...

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GA 480|Learning From Our Mistakes with Mark Graban from 2023-06-15T10:00:39

This week's guest is Mark Graban. Ron and Mark discussed making mistakes and the importance of psychological safety. Mark also shared a little about his podcast,"My Favorite Mistake,"and his new bo...

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GA 479|Continuous Improvement and RPA with Jacob Bonde Larsen from 2023-06-08T10:00:06

This week's guest is Jacob Bonde Larsen. Ron and Jacob discussed RPA (Robotic Process Automation), the three components of RPA, how it relates to lean, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episod...

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GA 478|Discovering Your Purpose with John Knotts from 2023-06-01T10:00:52

This week's guest is Gemba Academy's own John Knotts. Ron and John discussed John's books, stepping into your fear zone, knowing your purpose, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is avai...

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GA 477|Building a Diverse Continuous Improvement Community with Sam Morgan and Andres Alamillo from 2023-05-25T10:00:35

This week's guests are Sam Morgan and Andres Alamillo. Ron, Sam, and Andres discussed the importance of diversity in continuous improvement, using the kata framework as a lens. An MP3 audio version...

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GA 476|Why Lean Accounting Matters with Nick Katko from 2023-05-18T10:00:41

This week's guest is Nick Katko. Ron and Nick discussed the importance of leveraging Lean Accounting, Nick's book"The Lean CFO,"and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for downl...

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GA 475|Helping Humans Be Heroes with Christopher Hodges from 2023-05-11T10:00:56

This week's guest is Chris Hodges. Ron and Chris discussed Noble Automation, the role of AI in automation, the concept of monomyths, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for ...

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GA 474|Integrating Coaching and Lean with Sarah Tilkens from 2023-05-04T10:00:18

This week's guest is Sarah Tilkens. Ron and Sarah discussed her career at GE, the impact coaching has had on her, and how she integrates coaching and lean. An MP3 audio version of this episode i...

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GA 473|Setting and Achieving Strategic Goals with Calvin Williams from 2023-04-27T10:00:25

This week's guest is Calvin Williams. Ron and Calvin discussed Calvin's new book,"FIT: The Simple Science of Achieving Strategic Goals,"and what setting strategic goals really entails. An MP3 audio...

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GA 472|Balancing the Two Pillars of Lean with Bonnie Davis from 2023-04-20T10:00:53

This week's guest is Bonnie Davis. Ron and Bonnie discussed how the two pillars of lean should work together, A3 Thinking, and the importance of leadership buy-in and how to influence it. An MP3 au...

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GA 471|Setting and Measuring KPIs with Vince Sassano from 2023-04-13T10:00

This week's guest is Vince Sassano. Ron and Vince discussed KPIs, balancing them with what the customer wants, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this...

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GA 470|Identifying and Using Your Natural Gifts with Bobby Jackson from 2023-04-06T10:00:51

This week's guest is Bobby Jackson. Bobby explained what it means to use your natural gifts, the six different types, and how to determine what yours are. An MP3 audio version of this episode is av...

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GA 469|Improving Lives with Lean with Steve Bell from 2023-03-30T10:00:57

This week's guest is Steve Bell. Ron and Steve discussed Steve's work applying lean to NGOs, how he approaches Change Management, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for dow...

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GA 468|Lean Made Simple with Ryan Tierney from 2023-03-23T10:00:48

This week's guest is Ryan Tierney of Seating Matters. Ryan and Ron discussed the reactions Ryan got when he first discovered lean, the importance of being both humble and curious, and more. An MP3 ...

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GA 467|What Makes a Brilliant Process with Andy Reith from 2023-03-16T10:00:11

This week's guest is Andy Reith. Ron and Andy discussed Andy's time at Toyota as well as a tannery, and what Andy believes a brilliant process looks like. An MP3 audio version of this episode is av...

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GA 466|Problem Statements, Ideation, and Coaching with Jamie Flinchbaugh from 2023-03-09T10:00:34

This week's guest is Jamie Flinchbaugh. Jamie updated us on what he's learned since publishing his latest book, how he recommends writing a good problem statement, and more. An MP3 audio version of...

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GA 465|What a Unicorn Knows with Matt May and Pablo Dominguez from 2023-03-02T10:00:50

This week's guests are Matt May and Pablo Dominguez. Ron, Matt, and Pablo discussed Matt and Pablo's book What a Unicorn Knows, the role of AI in business, and more. An MP3 audio version of this ep...

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GA 464|Starting with a Process with Andrew Piland from 2023-02-23T10:00:32

This week's guest is Andrew Piland. Ron and Andrew discussed how continuous improvement works in the construction industry, what Respect for People looks like, supply chain waste, and more. An MP3 ...

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GA 463|Academics vs. Application with Phil Ranck from 2023-02-16T10:00:36

This week's guest is Phil Ranck. Ron and Phil talked about Lean Alaska, which Phil founded, as well as his work with the United States Army. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for do...

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GA 462|Fort Collins’Lean Journey with Roland Guerrero from 2023-02-09T10:00

This week's guest is Roland Guerrero. Ron and Roland discussed Roland's experience working with the city of Fort Collins on their lean journey. Ron also asked Roland to weigh in on whether contentm...

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GA 461|Scientific Thinking and Confidence with Sam Morgan from 2023-02-02T10:00:55

This week's guest is Sam Morgan. Ron and Sam discussed Sam's coaching experiences and the connection between scientific thinking and confidence. They also discussed whether contentment and continuo...

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GA 460|Newsletter Wisdom with Ron Pereira from 2023-01-26T10:00:58

This week's guest is our own Ron Pereira. Ron discussed two of his favorite email newsletters: The Process and The Curiosity Chronicle. He also shared some powerful content from each. An MP3 audio ...

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GA 459|Dealing with CAVE People with Adam Lawrence from 2023-01-19T10:00:48

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Ron and Adam discussed the Wheel of Sustainability, kaizen events, and how to handle"CAVE People."An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download ...

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GA 458|Exploring Risk Analysis with Ron Pereira from 2023-01-12T10:00:56

This week we're sharing audio from three of our newer courses on risk analysis. Learn all about Bowtie Analysis, FMEA, and Fault Tree Analysis, and check out our website to watch the free videos th...

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GA 457|Leading with Care with Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt from 2023-01-05T10:00:37

This week's guests are Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt. Ron, Bob, and Phil talked about servant leadership, toxic positivity, and what it means to lead with care. An MP3 audio version of this episode ...

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GA 456|“This Is Water”by David Foster Wallace with Alex Judd from 2022-12-29T10:00:51

This week's guest is Alex Judd. Ron and Alex listened to and discussed David Foster Wallace's famous commencement speech,"This Is Water."This is a very powerful episode that contains some great foo...

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GA 455|The Intersection of Lean and Sustainability with Julia Goldstein from 2022-12-22T10:00:51

This week's guest is Julia Goldstein. Ron and Julia discussed the concept of circular economy, what sustainability looks like in a lean context, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is av...

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GA 454|Practicing Lean in a Pandemic with Sabrina McCorvey from 2022-12-15T10:00:23

This week's guest is Sabrina McCorvey. Ron and Sabrina discussed what it's like practicing lean in a pandemic, how she has used Gemba Academy, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is avai...

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GA 453|Navigating the Struggle of Learning with Katie Anderson from 2022-12-08T10:00:54

This week's guest is Katie Anderson. Ron and Katie met up at the AME conference in Dallas to discuss what Katie's been up to as well as her book, Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn. Katie also shed...

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GA 452|The Power of Transactional Lean with Jen Borden from 2022-12-01T10:00:38

This week's guest is Jen Borden. Ron and Jen discussed transactional lean, what it entails, and how you can get started with it. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here...

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GA 451|Good and“Evil”in Kata with Scott Laundry and Marc Bicknell from 2022-11-24T10:00:40

This week's guests are Scott Laundry and Marc Bicknell. Ron, Scott, and Marc discussed all things kata, including being a good coach and how kata can be"evil."An MP3 audio version of this episode i...

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GA 450|Governing the Standard with Billy Taylor from 2022-11-17T10:00:48

This week's guest is Billy Taylor. We caught up with Billy at the recent AME conference in Dallas, where he and Ron discussed his book The Winning Link and the concept of governance. Billy also sha...

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GA 449|Firefighting, Docility, and the Top-Down Approach to Lean with Mike Thelen from 2022-11-10T10:00:25

This week's guest is Mike Thelen. Ron and Mike caught up at the recent AME conference in Dallas, where they discussed company culture, the role of docility, and why"firefighters"get promoted instea...

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GA 448|Planning an AME Conference with Gregory MacDougall from 2022-11-03T10:00:18

This week's guest is Gregory MacDougall. Gregory's interview is the first we're sharing from the recent AME Conference in Dallas. Gregory explained how he chooses keynote speakers, what his health ...

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GA 447|Reality Fights Back with Trond Undheim from 2022-10-27T10:00:48

This week's guest is Trond Undheim. Ron and Trond discussed Trond's book Augmented Lean, and his thoughts on automation and technology. He and Ron also each shared their stance on social media and ...

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GA 446|From“Here”to“There”in Leadership with Alex Judd from 2022-10-20T10:00:54

This week's guest is Alex Judd. Alex explained his growth-oriented approach to leadership and coaching, and even gave Ron some parenting advice. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available fo...

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GA 445|Ventura County’s Lean Journey with Paul Stamper from 2022-10-13T10:00:32

This week's guest is Paul Stamper. Paul shared how lean has helped Ventura County improve its processes and how continuous improvement can bring positive change to government and service environmen...

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GA 444|Navigating Volatility with Patrick Dippel from 2022-10-06T10:00:31

This week's guest is Patrick Dippel. Ron and Patrick talked about volatility and how leaders and organizations everywhere can deal with uncertain times. Patrick also explained the merits of on-dema...

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GA 443|Telling Stories and Making Meaning with Jamie Dixon from 2022-09-29T10:00:12

This week's guest is Jamie Dixon. Ron and Jamie talked all about the power of storytelling, and how it's done correctly. Jamie also specifically explained what the three ingredients of stories are....

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GA 442|Getting Decisions That Stick with Kurt Neubek from 2022-09-22T10:00:38

This week's guest is Kurt Neubek. Kurt explained how lean is used in the Design and Construction industries, and the differences between virtual and in-person dynamics. He and Ron also discussed na...

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GA 441|Strategic Visioning with Deondra Wardelle from 2022-09-15T10:00:55

This week's guest is Deondra Wardelle. Deondra, a keynote panelist at the upcoming AME Conference, talked to Ron about her consulting work and strategic visioning. They also discussed kata and the ...

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GA 440|Engagement, Education, and Recognition with Tom Hughes from 2022-09-08T10:00:37

This week's guest is Tom Hughes. Ron and Tom discussed how culture and standards coexist in lean, and why it's so important to be candid. Tom also shared some great anecdotes and lean wisdom. An MP...

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GA 439|Collecting and Interpreting Data with John Knotts from 2022-09-01T10:00:38

This week's guest is John Knotts. Ron and John talked all about data, how to approach it, and what tools John recommends. John also expanded on the concept of"being the rock." An MP3 audio ve...

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GA 438|The Importance of Understanding People with Brent Weichers from 2022-08-25T10:00:58

This week's guest is Brent Weichers. Brent explained how his organization has made real changes to improve the lives of the employees. He also shared what he'll be presenting at this year's AME con...

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GA 437|Virtual Training with Steve Kane from 2022-08-18T10:00:14

This week's guest is Steve Kane. Ron and Steve discussed the benefits and challenges of virtual training. Steve also explained the trends in virtual training he's observed recently. An MP3 audio ve...

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GA 436|Work Design and Intrinsic Motivation with Thomas Bertels from 2022-08-11T10:00:09

This week's guest is Thomas Bertels. Ron and Thomas discussed how Thomas got into work design, how it relates to lean, and why intrinsic motivation is so critical. An MP3 audio version of this epis...

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GA 435|Golf, Coaching, and Intentional Leadership with Wendy Posillico from 2022-08-04T10:00:33

This week's guest is Wendy Posillico. Ron and Wendy discussed her golf career, her company Live Your June, and the role of ethos and pathos in leadership. An MP3 audio version of this episode is av...

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GA 434|All About TPM with Ron Pereira from 2022-07-28T10:00:07

This week's guest is Ron Pereira. Ron talked about our TPM, or Total Productive Maintenance, content, and then shared a previous episode on TPM by Balaji Chandrasekar. An MP3 audio version of this ...

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GA 433|Being a Scientific Leader with Calvin Williams from 2022-07-21T10:00:19

This week's guest is Calvin Williams. Ron and Calvin discussed his company Impruver, scientific thinking, and what it means to be a scientific leader. An MP3 audio version of this episode is availa...

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GA 432|“Lean”versus“lean”with Martina Kuhlmeyer from 2022-07-14T10:00:26

This week's guest is Martina Kuhlmeyer. Ron and Martina talked about the true definition of culture, what it means to build lean into your company culture, and how to tell when things go awry. An M...

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GA 431|Implementing a Quality Management System with Dereck Williams from 2022-07-07T10:00:54

This week's guest is Dereck Williams. Ron and Dereck discussed Quality Management Systems, what they entail, and how to ensure your efforts are successful and sustainable. An MP3 audio version of t...

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GA 430|The Importance of Empathetic Leadership with Bhavana Bartholf from 2022-06-30T10:00:15

This week's guest is Bhavana Bartholf. Bhavana is the Global Head of Digital&Sales Strategy at Microsoft and a keynote speaker at this year's AME International Conference. Ron and Bhavana discussed...

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GA 429|Driving Excellence and Creating Value with Michael Lamach from 2022-06-23T10:00:32

This week's guest is Michael Lamach. A keynote presenter at this year's AME International Conference, Ron and Michael talked about everything from his time at Trane Technologies, to promoting engag...

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GA 428|The Power of Discovery with Colin Baird from 2022-06-16T10:00:08

This week's guest is Colin Baird. Ron and Colin discussed the role of discovery and the importance of being appreciated. Colin also shared how his relationship with his father shaped the way he vie...

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GA 427|The Hierarchy of Action with Ryan McCall from 2022-06-09T10:00:10

This week's guest is Ryan McCall. Ron and Ryan explored the Hierarchy of Action, and what it means to"Start with Why."Ryan also shared some advice for what to do when your"Why?"isn't embraced by th...

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GA 426|Deciding When to Use Technology with Lauren Hisey from 2022-06-02T10:00:11

This week's guest is Lauren Hisey. Ron and Lauren discussed the dangers of jumping straight into technology before exploring other options. They also covered value stream mapping, gemba walks, and ...

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GA 425|Lean and Racing with Beau Briggs from 2022-05-26T10:00:29

This week's guest is Beau Briggs. Beau described his racing career and his family business, and how lean has been a part of both journeys. This is a particularly unique episode you won't want to mi...

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GA 424|When Things Go Wrong: The Spirit of Kaizen with Adam Lawrence from 2022-05-19T10:00:24

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Adam told Ron about his trip to French Guiana to see a NASA rocket launch, and everything that went wrong. Adam also explained how he believes having a lean back...

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GA 423|Lean and Human-Centered Design with Michael Parent from 2022-05-12T10:00:15

This week's guest is Michael Parent. Ron and Michael discussed human-centered design and how it intersects with lean. Michael also talked about his book, The Lean Innovation Cycle. An MP3 audio ve...

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GA 422|Getting Lean Buy-In with Adam Marsland from 2022-05-05T10:00:01

This week's guest is Adam Marsland. Adam, who works in the legal industry, explained how his firm uses continuous improvement and what problems they're solving. An MP3 audio version of this episode...

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GA 421|What Employees Want with Dan Johnston from 2022-04-28T10:00:49

This week's guest is Dan Johnston. Dan explained how his company WorkStep approaches hiring and retaining employees and what employees truly want, with clear parallels to lean, PDCA, and Respect f...

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GA 420|The Benefits of Gratitude with Rick Foreman from 2022-04-21T10:00:14

This week's guest is Rick Foreman. Ron and Rick talked all about the importance of gratitude, both in professional and personal contexts. Listen and learn how being grateful can improve your health...

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GA 419|Lean in Venture Capital with Bryan Bauw from 2022-04-14T10:00:31

This week's guest is Bryan Bauw. Bryan explained how he uses lean and continuous improvement in his role at a startup venture capital firm. Ron and Bryan also explored what we could learn from the ...

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GA 418|Value Stream Management in Software Delivery with Lance Knight from 2022-04-07T10:00:59

This week's guest is Lance Knight. Lance explained how lean and value stream management work in the software delivery field. He also shed some light on what they're doing that traditional manufactu...

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GA 417|Steel Toes and Stilettos with Kathy Miller and Shannon Karels from 2022-03-31T10:00:27

This week's guests are Kathy Miller and Shannon Karels. They shared what it's like being women in manufacturing, their experiences leading lean transformations, and the inspiration behind their boo...

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GA 416|JELD-WEN’s Lean Journey with Gregg Miner from 2022-03-24T10:00:56

This week's guest is Gregg Miner. Ron asked Gregg about his personal lean journey and JELD-WEN's lean journey. Gregg also shared some great advice on goal setting. An MP3 audio version of this epis...

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GA 415|Reacting vs. Responding with Sumit Gupta from 2022-03-17T10:00:22

This week's guest is Sumit Gupta. Ron and Sumit discussed various aspects of leadership, including what it means to be a leader, dealing with different personality types, and more. An MP3 audio ver...

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GA 414|The Characteristics of a Good Leader with Richard Sheridan from 2022-03-10T10:00:45

This week's guest is Richard Sheridan. Ron and Rich discussed Rich's two books, Joy, Inc. and Chief Joy Officer. Rich also shared what qualities he thinks make a good leader. An MP3 audio version o...

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GA 413|Understanding the Constraint with Hezi Korn from 2022-03-03T10:00:53

This week's guest is Hezi Korn. Ron and Hezi discussed TOC and how to identify and evaluate your constraints before automating anything. They also touched on some other important lean tools. An MP3...

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GA 412|Lean and Design with Andy Switky from 2022-02-24T10:00:31

This week's guest is Andy Switky. Ron and Andy discussed lean thinking versus design thinking, and what the two worlds could learn from each other. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available...

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GA 411|Practicing Lean in High School with David Tuttle from 2022-02-17T10:00:05

This week's guest is David Tuttle. David is the head of Precision Machining Technology at Platt Technical High School, and he explained how the program works and how it can be life-changing for stu...

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GA 410|Are You Winning or Losing? with Max Krug and Pavel Kuviarzin from 2022-02-10T10:00:50

This week's guests are Max Krug and Pavel Kuviarzin. Part Two of a recent episode, Max and Pavel discuss everything from root cause analysis and problem-solving, to sustaining success. They also st...

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GA 409|Continuous Improvement at Douglas Dynamics with Shannan Vlieger from 2022-02-03T10:00:12

This week's guest is Shannan Vlieger. Ron and Shannan talked all about Douglas Dynamics and their management system, DDMS. Shannan explained the five levers of DDMS and why they're important. An MP...

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GA 408|Lean and Life Coaches with Sarah Tilkens from 2022-01-27T10:00:01

This week's guest is Sarah Tilkens. Sarah talked about her journey as a leader at GE and how she has embraced her true self in the process. Sarah also explained her interest in becoming a life coa...

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GA 407|Choosing an Approach to Lean and Six Sigma with John Knotts from 2022-01-20T10:00:25

This week's guest is John Knotts, Senior Coach at Gemba Academy. Ron and John took a deep dive into process improvement versus project-based approaches, and why the two can and should coexist. An M...

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GA 406|Reflecting on 2021 with Ron Pereira from 2022-01-13T10:00:32

This week's guest is Gemba Academy Co-Founder Ron Pereira. As we kick off the new year, Ron decided to share some of the observations he's made and the lessons he's learned recently, and how he's g...

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GA 405|Elevating Constraints with Max Krug and Pavel Kuviarzin from 2022-01-06T10:00:54

This week's guests are Max Krug and Pavel Kuviarzin. Max and Pavel gave us their take on the relationship between lean, processes, and The Theory of Constraints. They also touched on the dangers of...

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GA 404|Leading in a VUCA Environment with James Newell from 2021-12-30T10:00:22

This week's guest is James Newell. Ron and James talked all about what VUCA means, how James introduced his team to lean, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download he...

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GA 403|Moving the Needle with Robb Holman from 2021-12-23T10:00:10

This week's guest is Robb Holman. Ron and Robb talked about Robb's most recent book, Move the Needle. Robb also shared some of the most powerful stories we've had on the podcast to date. Don't skip...

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GA 402|Leading From the Jumpseat with Peter Docker from 2021-12-16T10:00:39

This week's guest is Peter Docker. Speaker, author, and former member of the Royal Air Force, Peter had a lot of very powerful leadership advice to share. He and Ron also specifically discussed Pet...

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GA 401|Continuous Improvement and the Future of Industry 4.0 with Juan Gomez from 2021-12-09T10:00:25

This week's guest is Juan Gomez. Juan has an impressive continuous improvement background and a real passion for Industry 4.0. He and Ron talked about the history of industrialization, how we'll ad...

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GA 400|The Gemba Academy Journey with Ron Pereira, Kevin Meyer, and Jon Miller from 2021-12-02T10:00:51

This week we're celebrating our 400th episode with some very special guests, the Gemba Academy Co-Founders. Joined by Jennifer, one of our Business Development Managers, Ron, Jon, and Kevin reflec...

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GA 399|Practicing Lean Accounting with Mike De Luca and Nick Katko from 2021-11-25T10:00:19

This week's guests are Mike De Luca and Nick Katko. Together with Ron they discussed the concept of lean accounting, and what its advantages are over traditional cost accounting. An MP3 audio versi...

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GA 398|Lean Storytelling Part Two with Adam Lawrence from 2021-11-18T10:00:35

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Adam is back this week to tell a few more inspiring lean stories we didn't get to last time. Be sure to check out Episode 393 for Part One! An MP3 audio version ...

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GA 397|Lean Leadership, Respect for People, and the Military with Michael Austin Giles from 2021-11-11T10:00:06

This week's guest is Michael"Austin"Giles. Austin explained what it's like to practice continuous improvement in the military and how military leadership is similar to lean leadership. He also shar...

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GA 396|The Barriers to Developing a Lean Culture with Sara Ann Todd from 2021-11-04T10:00:32

This week's guest is Sara Ann Todd. Sara shared her thoughts on continuous improvement and organizational culture, specifically creating a culture of lean. She and Ron also discussed Respect for Pe...

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GA 395|Implementing Tiered Huddles with Sarah Cook from 2021-10-28T10:00:55

This week's guest is Sarah Cook. Sarah broke down the concept of tiered huddles, why they're worth doing, and how to get started. Be sure to check out our Lean Daily Management series for more on t...

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GA 394|Practicing Kind Leadership with Karyn Ross from 2021-10-21T10:00:54

This week's guest is Karyn Ross. Karyn has been on the show quite a few times and each conversation is packed full of lean insights. This time, Karyn discussed her new book, The Kind Leader, and wh...

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GA 393|Lean Storytelling with Adam Lawrence from 2021-10-14T10:00:03

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. We've had Adam on the show a few times before and have come to love his engaging and thought-provoking stories. This week Adam shared several different ones, eac...

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GA 392|Using Lean on a Horse Farm with John Knotts from 2021-10-07T10:00:20

This week's guest is John Knotts. John is our newest Gemba Academy employee, and he shed some light on engagement and change readiness. John also owns a horse farm, and he explained how lean applie...

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GA 391|Discovering the Power of Toyota Kata with Ron Pereira&Friends from 2021-09-30T10:00:14

This week we're sharing a few different audio clips on the power and benefits of Toyota Kata. The videos they come from will be available to view on our website without a subscription, so be sure t...

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GA 390|Exploring and Using VAVE with Valorie Hendrix from 2021-09-23T10:00:32

This week's guest is Valorie Hendrix. Valorie told us all about VAVE, what it stands for, and what its benefits are. Valorie also explained how VAVE can be applied in less traditional lean settings...

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GA 389|People Solve Problems with Jamie Flinchbaugh from 2021-09-16T10:00:33

This week's guest is Jamie Flinchbaugh. Ron and Jamie discussed the contents of Jamie's upcoming book, People Solve Problems. This episode is full of incredible insights on lean, leadership, proble...

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GA 388|Your Brain and a Parachute with Chandan Dey from 2021-09-09T10:00:34

This week's guest is Chandan Dey. Chandan provided some valuable insight on 3P, including advice on deploying it within your organization. Chandan also explained how and why the human brain is like...

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GA 386|Navigating Your Journey to Success with Michelle Pereira from 2021-08-26T10:00:30

This week's guest is Michelle Pereira. Michelle, who is Ron's sister, is a VP at Habitat for Humanity Manitoba. She and Ron discussed her journey to success and the non-profit world in general. The...

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GA 385|Transcending the Artifacts of Lean with Robert Stone from 2021-08-19T10:00:51

This week's guest is Robert Stone. Robert has worked at organizations with varying degrees of lean experience, and he shared what that's been like. Ron and Robert also discussed why you can't do le...

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GA 384|Parenting the Lean Way with Jared Thatcher from 2021-08-12T10:00:07

This week's guest is Jared Thatcher. Jared wrote a book on using lean at home, including KPIs and visual management. While you don't have to be a parent to enjoy this episode, Jared does share some...

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GA 383|Giving and Receiving Feedback with Glade Holman from 2021-08-05T10:00:48

This week's guest is Glade Holman. Glade has a coaching and consulting background, and he explained his work as a"feedback specialist."Ron and Glade discussed the nuances of giving and receiving fe...

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GA 382|Simplifying Value Stream Mapping with Steve Pereira from 2021-07-29T10:00:07

This week's guest is Steve Pereira. Steve and Ron discussed Steve's minimalist approach to value stream mapping, and how it differs from other approaches. Steve doesn't have a traditional lean back...

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GA 381|The Art of Coaching with Kelly Mallery from 2021-07-22T10:00:58

This week's guest is Kelly Mallery. Kelly and Ron talked all about coaching, the skills involved, and the challenges Kelly has faced. A Lead Lean Manufacturing Specialist at GE Aviation, Kelly also...

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GA 380|The Concept of Humble Inquiry with Peter and Ed Schein from 2021-07-15T10:00:51

This week's guests are Peter and Ed Schein, prominent figures in the leadership and organizational culture fields. A father-son team, they discussed the books they've written, the concept of Humble...

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GA 379|Leading vs. Lagging Indicators with Tracey and Ernie Richardson from 2021-07-08T10:00:45

This week's guests are Tracey and Ernie Richardson. Tracey and Ernie broke down leading and lagging indicators, balancing the two, and some examples of both. They also explained the role standards ...

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GA 378|Lean in Construction with Robert Penney from 2021-07-01T10:00:33

This week's guest is Robert Penney. Robert, whose background is in construction, explained how the industry uses lean, what tools they use, etc. Robert also had some great books to recommend. An MP...

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GA 377|Psychological Safety and the 5Cs with Karyn Ross and Jessica House from 2021-06-24T10:00:28

This week's guests are Karyn Ross and Jessica House. Karyn and Jessica talked about their work with kindness, mental health, and psychological safety in the workplace. They then walked Ron through ...

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GA 376|Navigating Visual Management and the Obeya Method with Greg Woods from 2021-06-17T10:00:19

This week's guest is Greg Woods. Ron and Greg talked about the various approaches to visual management, including physical and digital strategies. They also discussed the obeya method and what it ...

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GA 375|Ending Human Suffering with Process Improvement with Kyle Kumpf from 2021-06-10T10:00:15

This week's guest is Kyle Kumpf. Ron and Kyle discussed Kyle's experience using lean in engineering versus banking, and what he's learned from the pandemic. Kyle also explained why he wants to use ...

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GA 374|Lean, Learning, and Karate with Kieran Dougall from 2021-06-03T10:00:04

This week's guest is Kieran Dougall. Ron and Kieran discussed Kieran's manufacturing background and how he discovered lean. Kieran also described his experience with karate and how it relates to le...

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GA 373|Exploring Agile Kanban with Ron Pereira from 2021-05-27T10:00:12

This week we're releasing another solo episode by GA Co-Founder Ron Pereira. Ron talks a little bit about our new Agile Kanban course(s), and about the power of Agile Kanban in general. He then bre...

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GA 372|Lean and Mental Health with Jessica House from 2021-05-20T10:00:19

This week's guest is Jessica House. Jessica's background is in both continuous improvement and mental health, and she explained to Ron how the two worlds intersect. This episode is another great ex...

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GA 371|Adopting a Learning-Based Approach to Lean with Scott Keenan from 2021-05-13T10:00:13

This week's guest is Scott Keenan. Scott described his continuous improvementjourney, and the work he's been doing with Alan Wire. Ron and Scott also discussed our Toyota Kata course, and Alan Wire...

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GA 370|Improving Quality of Life with Lean with Rick Foreman from 2021-05-06T10:00:44

This week's guest is Rick Foreman. Ron and Rick covered a lot of ground, including Federal Heath's lean journey, and creating a strong culture of continuous improvement. Rick also gave some advice ...

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GA 369|Developing an Internship Program with Brent Weichers from 2021-04-29T10:00:08

This week's guest is Brent Weichers. Brent, who has a ton of continuous improvement knowledge, shared how he developed two different internship programs. He also explained why having interns benefi...

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GA 368|The Balance of Tools and Culture with Jonathan Jones from 2021-04-22T10:00:36

This week's guest is Jonathan Jones. Jonathan shared his background in the culinary, hospitality, and manufacturing industries. Jonathan also described his continuous improvement journey at Moog, h...

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GA 367|The Dichotomies of Continuous Improvement with Ron Pereira from 2021-04-15T10:00:13

This week's guest is Ron Pereira. Ron discussed two books by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, specifically their teachings on dichotomies and balance. Inspired by this, Ron described three of the dich...

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GA 366|Implementing a Lean Daily Management System with Liam O’Malley from 2021-04-08T10:00:49

This week's guest is Liam O'Malley. Liam shared his continuous improvement journey with us, specifically his experience with Lean Daily Management Systems. Liam explained the benefits and offered s...

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GA 365|Adopting a Growth Mindset with Nik Kottha from 2021-04-01T10:00:48

This week's guest is Nik Kottha. Ron and Nik covered several important topics, including what Nik has learned from yoga, what excellence means to him, and where his passion comes from. Nik also str...

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GA 364|Why Continuous Improvement Programs Fail with Peter Christian from 2021-03-25T10:00:06

This week's guest is Peter Christian. Ron and Peter talk all about why Lean&Six Sigma programs often fail. They also explain what you can do to prevent some of these pitfalls. A MP3 audio version o...

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GA 363|Lean, Loss, and Lessons Learned with Lee Houghton from 2021-03-18T10:00:30

This week's guest is Lee Houghton. Lee shared one of the most personal, moving stories we've had on this podcast. This one will stay with you for quite a while. A MP3 audio version of this episode ...

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GA 362|Ethos, Logos, and Pathos in Continuous Improvement with David Larsen from 2021-03-11T10:00:44

This week's guest is David Larsen. Ron and David had a great discussion about continuous improvement in both manufacturing and in healthcare. David also shared an interesting case study he worked o...

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GA 361|The Role of Entropy in Lean with Luciana Toda from 2021-03-04T10:00:44

This week's guest is Luciana Toda. Ron and Luciana discussed the concept of entropy and its role in a culture of continuous improvement. They also explored how sustainability factors in as far as c...

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GA 360|The Importance of Being Intentional with Brandon Bartel from 2021-02-25T10:00:40

This week's guest is Brandon Bartel. Ron and Brandon discussed setting intentions and the role intention plays. Brandon also shared his aspirations to incorporate more Toyota Kata into his lean jou...

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GA 359|Pink Tools and Preventing Injuries with Adam Lawrence from 2021-02-18T10:00:48

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Ron and Adam discussed Adam's new book,"The Wheel of Sustainability,"including how and why he wrote it. Adam also shared some very moving stories that highlight ...

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GA 358|Lean in Higher Education with Thomas Lencki and Dagmar Vlahos from 2021-02-11T10:00:23

This week's guests are Thomas Lencki and Dagmar Vlahos. They explained all the powerful ways they use lean in higher education in New Hampshire. Thomas and Dagmar also touched on increasing engagem...

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GA 357|Revisiting The Toyota Way with Jeff Liker from 2021-02-04T10:00:54

This week's guest is Dr. Jeffrey Liker. Jeff explained why he released a second edition of his bestselling book, The Toyota Way. Jeff and Ron also discussed scientific thinking and its relationship...

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GA 356|How Standards Prevent Turnover with Jason Haines from 2021-01-28T10:00:35

This week's guest is Jason Haines. Ron and Jason discussed the importance of having a visual workplace, and how it, along with standard work, can actually help you retain employees. A MP3 audio ver...

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GA 355|The Relationship Between Machines and Humans with Prasad Akella from 2021-01-21T10:00:51

This week's guest is Prasad Akella. Prasad shared his take on the relationship between machine intelligence and human intelligence, and how they can work together in harmony. Prasad also stressed t...

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GA 354|Avoiding the Continuous Appearance Trap with Patrick Adams from 2021-01-14T10:00:52

This week's guest is Patrick Adams. Patrick recently released a new book all about the concept of"continuous appearance."He explained what it can mean for your organization and its culture, and how...

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GA 353|Creating the Jeep with Paul Bruno from 2021-01-07T10:00:49

This week's guest is Paul Bruno. Paul doesn't have a traditional lean background, but the fascinating research he shared on the story behind the creation of the Jeep is full of lean parallels and l...

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GA 352|Defining, Executing, and Aligning Winning with Billy Taylor from 2020-12-31T10:00:31

This week we're sharing the audio of our recent Billy Taylor livestream. Billy is a lean powerhouse and his presentation is packed with practical and profound wisdom. If you're looking for some New...

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GA 351|The Biggest Truth and Lie in Life with Lili Boyanova from 2020-12-24T10:00:28

This week's guest is Lili Boyanova. Lili shared some of what she's learned about lean so far and her vision for the future. Lili also asked Ron some pretty profound questions about life and lean. A...

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GA 350|Emphasizing the Process with Cristian Goyzueta from 2020-12-17T10:00:49

This week's guest is Cristian Goyzueta. Cristian is relatively new to continuous improvement but had a wealth of knowledge to share. Cristian and Ron covered quite a few different topics, ranging f...

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GA 349|Lean and Sports with Richard Henderson from 2020-12-10T10:00:05

This week's guest is Richard Henderson. Richard has applied lean in various settings, and he shared some of what he's learned over the years. Richard also plays and coaches soccer, and he and Ron d...

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GA 348|Communicating Respect in Lean with Tejas Munot from 2020-12-03T10:00:40

This week's guest is Tejas Munot. Tejas shared what he learned during his time at VIBCO Vibrators, the importance of respect, and more. Tejas also interviewed Ron about HIS lean journey thus far. A...

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GA 347|Leveraging Deliberate Practice with Billy Taylor from 2020-11-26T10:00:58

This week's guest is Billy Taylor. Formerly the Director of Manufacturing at Goodyear, Billy has an impressive amount of lean knowledge. From the value of diversity, to performance maps, to deliber...

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GA 346|Navigating the Gemba with Jay Hodge from 2020-11-19T10:00:40

This week's guest is Jay Hodge. Ron and Jay discussed the confusion around the word gemba and how gemba relates to kaizen. Jay has worked at GM, Toyota, and Caterpillar, to name a few, so he shared...

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GA 345|Hearing for the First Time with Adam Alamade from 2020-11-12T10:00:01

This week's guest is Adam Alamade. Adam works for a cochlear implant manufacturer and he described how they use continuous improvement. He and Ron also discussed dealing with resistance, owning pro...

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GA 344|Learning Lean Lessons From Powerful Stories with Steven Jackson from 2020-11-05T10:00:07

This week's guest is Steven Jackson. Steven shared some incredible stories that have clear parallels to continuous improvement. This episode really demonstrates the effect this kind of thinking can...

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GA 343|The Role of Ops Leaders in Integrating Lean with Jamie Parker from 2020-10-29T10:00:29

This week's guest is Jamie Parker. Ron and Jamie discussed the role and responsibilities of ops leaders, and the challenges they face. Jamie also explained why"implementing"lean might not be the be...

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GA 342|Lean, Law, and Automation with Andrew Shapiro-Zysk from 2020-10-22T10:00:40

This week's guest is Andrew Shapiro-Zysk. Andrew explained how lean is being used in the legal profession, including dealing with pushback. He and Ron also discussed the power of automation and avo...

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GA 341|Exploring Quantum Lean with Sean Fields and Michael Sanders from 2020-10-15T10:00:16

This week's guests are Sean Fields and Michael Sanders. Together with Ron they discussed the concept of quantum lean and how it can be used to streamline processes. They also explored how quantum l...

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GA 340|Modernizing TWI with Ryan Weiss from 2020-10-08T10:00:25

This week's guest is Ryan Weiss. Ryan, a lean consultant, shared his approach to optimizing performance. He and Ron also discussed the modernization of TWI, and how different learning styles play a...

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GA 339|Applying Lean and Six Sigma to Human Resources with Michael Parent from 2020-10-01T10:00:06

This week's guest is Michael Parent. Ron and Michael discussed the role of continuous improvement in HR and the challenges Michael faces. Michael also shared his take on applying these principles i...

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GA 338|Gamifying Lean with Bruno Pesec from 2020-09-24T10:00:14

This week's guest is Bruno Pesec. Ron and Bruno discussed innovation strategy, the intersection of respect for people and innovation, and how Bruno has been involved in gamifying lean. A MP3 audio...

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GA 337|Making the Best of Bad Circumstances with Skip Steward from 2020-09-17T10:00:12

This week's guest is Skip Steward. Ron and Skip reflected on the year thus far and on some of the different challenges COVID-19 has created. Skip also shared his take on dealing with confirmation b...

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GA 336|The Process of Process Improvement with Karen Friedenberg from 2020-09-10T10:00:40

This week's guest is Karen Friedenberg. Karen, who has a diverse career background, broke down all the different ways she approaches process improvement. From DMAIC to change management, this episo...

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GA 335|Leveraging Creative Thinking with Erlin Kakkanad from 2020-09-03T10:00:26

This week's guest is Erlin Kakkanad. Erlin explained the differences between critical and creative thinking, stressing the specific powers of creative thinking. If you're looking for new ways to so...

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GA 334|The Benefits of System Integration with Danny Bradford from 2020-08-27T10:00:25

This week's guest is Danny Bradford. Danny described the power of system and B2B integration, what goes into a successful integration, and how these concepts apply to different industries. A MP3 au...

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GA 333|The Five Skills for Effective Leadership with Hugh Alley from 2020-08-20T10:00:15

This week's guest is Hugh Alley. Ron and Hugh discussed the five core skills to being a good leader and boss, how it all relates to TWI, Hugh's book, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode i...

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GA 332|Lean, Fashion Photography, and E-Commerce with Adam Murfin from 2020-08-13T10:00:39

This week's guest is Adam Murfin. Adam described how he uses lean in fashion photography, including the pre and post-production stages. This episode is a great example of how versatile and universa...

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GA 331|Leading and Learning at Toyota with Katie Anderson from 2020-08-06T10:00:43

This week's guest is Katie Anderson. Ron and Katie discussed Katie's new book, the roles of a leader, joy versus happiness, and much more. Katie also shared some special stories about esteemed Toy...

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GA 330|The Power of 3P with Adam Lawrence from 2020-07-30T10:00:31

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Ron and Adam talked all about 3P, including the steps involved and how it can be used for product innovation. Adam also shared a very interesting anecdote involv...

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GA 329|Gathering Lean Stories with Dewey Mauldin from 2020-07-23T10:00:33

This week's guest is Dewey Mauldin. Dewey, who works for Daimler Trucks, shared some of the experiences that have stuck with him over the years. Dewey specifically touches on takt time, purchase pr...

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GA 328|Lean in Hospitality with Aaron Davidson from 2020-07-16T10:00:05

This week's guest is Aaron Davidson. Aaron explained how he and his team use lean in the hospitality industry, including some unique examples involving cleaning hotel rooms, gambling, and more. A M...

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GA 327|Continuous Improvement and Humanitarianism with Andrew Parris from 2020-07-09T10:00:23

This week's guest is Andrew Parris. Andrew, who works for an NGO called Medair, explained how continuous improvement can be used in a humanitarian context. The global component Andrew discusses pro...

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GA 326|Lean and Law in the UK with Adam Marsland from 2020-07-02T10:00:12

This week's guest is Adam Marsland. Adam, a Continuous Improvement Expert at a law firm, explained how lean is being leveraged in the legal industry in the UK. Adam also gave an overall"state of th...

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GA 325|Lean in the Non-Profit Sector with Lauren Wisniewski from 2020-06-25T10:00:11

This week's guest is Lauren Wisniewski. Lauren shared her experiences helping non-profits incorporate lean, including the benefits and barriers they encounter. This episode is a great example of ho...

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GA 324|From Software Engineers to Face Shield Manufacturers with Radek Pietruszewski from 2020-06-18T10:00:30

This week's guest is Radek Pietruszewski. To help fight COVID-19 in Poland,Radek and his software engineering colleagues figured out how to quickly manufacture thousands of face shields. He and Ron...

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GA 323|Pivoting From Furniture to Personal Protective Equipment with Jeff Kaas from 2020-06-11T10:00:43

This week's guest is Jeff Kaas. Jeff explained how Kaas Tailored went from making furniture to making PPE in response to COVID-19. Jeff also shared some of the mistakes they've made, including reve...

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GA 322|Tailoring the Kata Model with James Newell from 2020-06-04T10:00:17

This week's guest is James Newell. Ron and James explored the ways James has tailored the kata model to better suit different teams and industries. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available ...

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GA 321|Adapting to the Future with Rodrigo Picoli from 2020-05-28T10:00:53

This week's guest is Rodrigo Picoli. Ron and Rodrigo discussed the future of lean, the concept of the"beginner's mind,"and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. ...

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GA 320|Lean in the Legal Profession with Jaclyn Harder from 2020-05-21T10:00:33

This week's guest is Jaclyn Harder. Ron and Jaclyn discussed how lean applies to practicing law, as well as the power of taking action. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download...

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GA 319|The Danger of Expertise with Audie Penn from 2020-05-14T10:00:36

This week's guest is Audie Penn. Ron and Audie talked about the ways that lean can be used to help teams solve unique problems. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. I...

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GA 318|Structuring Your Continuous Improvement Efforts with Calvin Williams from 2020-05-07T10:00:28

This week's guest is Calvin Williams. Ron and Calvin discussed leadership standard work and how continuous improvement could be used to navigate the global COVID-19 pandemic. A MP3 audio version of...

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GA 317|Implementing Lean at Starbucks with Karen Gaudet from 2020-04-30T10:00:13

This week's guest is Karen Gaudet. Before becoming Team Leader of Operations and Personnel at LEI, she worked for Starbucks, and she shared the story of their powerful lean transformation with us. ...

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GA 316|Leading During a Crisis with Sam MacPherson from 2020-04-23T10:00:50

This week we're sharing the audio of a webinar by Sam MacPherson. Sam discussed leading and communicating during a crisis, preparing for a crisis, applying SMED in a crisis, and more. A MP3 audio v...

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GA 315|Dealing With Uncertainty with Steve Kane from 2020-04-16T10:00:58

This week we're sharing the audio of a presentation on coaching, leader standard work, and uncertainty by our own Steve Kane. Steve's advice on uncertainty is particularly relevant to today. A MP3 ...

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GA 314|The 4Cs of Trust with Jamie Flinchbaugh from 2020-04-09T10:00:28

This week's guest is Jamie Flinchbaugh. Ron and Jamie discussed the important role of trust in continuous improvement, and reviewed the 4Cs of Trust. A MP3 audio version of this episode is availabl...

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GA 313|The Eight Pillars of Total Productive Maintenance with Balaji Chandrasekar from 2020-04-02T10:00:31

This week's guest is Balaji Chandrasekar. Ron and Balaji reviewed the pillars of TPM, the challenges involved, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this...

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GA 312|Practicing Kata in Secret with Tracy Defoe from 2020-03-26T10:00:32

This week's guest is Tracy Defoe. Ron and Tracy discussed why people practice Toyota Kata and continuousimprovement in secret, and why it's problematic. A MP3 audio version of this episode is avail...

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GA 311A|COVID-19 Q&A with Mark Graban, Dr. Greg Jacobson, and Dr. Mason Mileur from 2020-03-20T23:45:49

Today we're releasing a special episode on the COVID-19 virus. Mark Graban, Dr. Greg Jacobson, and Dr. Mason Mileur recorded a webinar answering some commonly asked questions about this global pand...

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GA 311|The Lean Construction Movement with Hal Macomber from 2020-03-19T10:00:25

This week's guest is Hal Macomber. Ron and Hal discussed the lean construction movement, the Last Planner System, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In t...

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GA 310|The Role of Motivation in Continuous Improvement with Brad Miller from 2020-03-12T10:00:18

This week's guest is Brad Miller. Ron and Brad discussed how motivation factors into continuous improvement, and a modern motivation framework that could be useful to managers. A MP3 audio version ...

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GA 309|Lean and Self-Development with Pete Kuehn from 2020-03-05T10:00:22

This week's guest is Pete Kuehn. Ron and Pete discussed Pete's lean journey, including the effect lean has had on his personal life. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download he...

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GA 308|Lessons Learned at Toyota with Andy Reith from 2020-02-27T10:00:32

This week's guest is Andy Reith. Ron and Andy discussed working at Toyota, the challenges small businesses face, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In th...

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GA 307|The Role of Automation and AI in Continuous Improvement with Lauren Hisey from 2020-02-20T10:00:52

This week's guest is Lauren Hisey. Ron and Lauren talked all about automation and artificial intelligence, what the future holds as far as continuous improvement goes, and more. A MP3 audio version...

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GA 306|Practicing Kindness with Karyn Ross from 2020-02-13T10:00:58

This week's guest is Karyn Ross. Ron and Karyn talked all about practicing kindness, why it's important, and how it's relevant to continuous improvement. A MP3 audio version of this episode is avai...

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GA 305|Building Trust and Leveraging Conflict with Robb Holman from 2020-02-06T10:00:18

This week's guest is Robb Holman. Ron and Rob discussed the importance of building trust in the workplace, the concept of Inside Out Leadership, and why conflict can be a powerful tool. A MP3 audi...

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GA 304|The Different Approaches to Training Leaders with Brent Weichers from 2020-01-30T10:00:27

This week's guest is Brent Weichers of The Lighthouse for the Blind. Ron and Brent discussed the various approaches to training leaders, including the different hard and soft skills involved. A MP3...

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GA 303|Running a Successful Kaizen Event with Adam Lawrence from 2020-01-23T10:00:59

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Ron and Adam discussed everything that goes into running a successful kaizen event, including team selection, engagement, and increasing the chances of"winning."...

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GA 302|Continuous Improvement at Halliburton with Chris Rodriguez from 2020-01-16T10:00:39

This week's guest is Chris Rodriguez, Continuous Improvement Lead at Halliburton. Chris described their journey, including some of the lessons they've learned. A MP3 audio version of this episode i...

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GA 301|Navigating Lean Trends with Karen Martin from 2020-01-09T10:00:28

This week's guest is Karen Martin. Karen described some of the lean trends she's observed, and how we can best prepare for and learn from them. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for ...

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GA 300|Leadership, Teamwork, and Taking Flight with Richard Sheridan from 2020-01-02T10:00:28

We're celebrating our 300th episode by sitting down with Richard Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations. Ron and Richard discussed the company's unique culture, the similarities between flying an airpl...

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GA 299|Lean and Strategy in the U.S. Air Force with Reza Zeinalpour from 2019-12-26T10:00:27

This week's guest is Reza Zeinalpour. Ron and Reza talked about applying continuous improvement in the U.S. Air Force, including how they integrate performance metrics, innovation, and virtual real...

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GA 298|Defining Standardized Work with Mike Thelen from 2019-12-19T10:00:58

This week's guest is Mike Thelen. Ron and Mike explored all things standardized work, including the components, how often it should be improved, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is ava...

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GA 297|The Importance of Hansei and Revitalization with Katie Anderson from 2019-12-12T10:00:06

This week's guest is Katie Anderson. Katie described what it's like working with former Toyota leader Mr. Isao Yoshino, and why the practices of reflection and revitalization are so critical. A MP3...

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GA 296|How Toyota Uses Agile with Nigel Thurlow from 2019-12-05T10:00:55

This week's guest is Nigel Thurlow. At the time of this recording Nigel was Chief of Agile at Toyota Connected. He has since moved on from Toyota Connected. Nigel explained how Toyota has used ag...

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GA 295|What’s New at LEI with Jean Cunningham from 2019-11-28T10:00:35

This week's guest is Jean Cunningham. Recorded at AME Chicago, Ron and Jean discussed what's happening at LEI, some of Jean's book recommendations, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is ...

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GA 294|Using Improv to Improve with Mary Lemmer from 2019-11-21T10:00:36

This week's guest is Mary Lemmer. Mary leveraged her unique background in improv comedy and entrepreneurship to create a fun and effective training methodology that has helped countless organizatio...

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GA 293|Approaching the Certification Process with Craig Johnson from 2019-11-14T10:00:53

This week's guest is Craig Johnson. Ron and Craig discussed the learning and development realm of continuous improvement, as well as the pros and cons to various certification approaches. A MP3 aud...

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GA 292|The Financial Impact of Continuous Improvement with Ron Pereira from 2019-11-07T10:00:13

This week, Ron Pereira reflects on a blog post by fellow Gemba Academy Co-Founder Jon Miller. Ron reads the blog post, which centers on the financial benefits of continuous improvement, and then ad...

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GA 291|Understanding Your Suppliers with Denise Meredith from 2019-10-31T10:00:54

This week's guest is Denise Meredith. Ron and Denise discussed everything from working with suppliers, to casket manufacturing, to automation. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for d...

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GA 290|The Danger of Being Right with Thomas Frase from 2019-10-24T10:00:04

This week's guest is Thomas Frase. Ron and Thomas discussed why you should be careful being right, and some of the best ways to positively influence and connect with people. A MP3 audio version of ...

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GA 289|Combining TWI and Process Behavior Analysis with Panos Efsta from 2019-10-17T10:00:58

This week's guest is Panos Efsta. Ron and Panos discussed how TWI and process behavior analysis can be integrated to create a powerful, holistic approach to continuous improvement. A MP3 audio vers...

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GA 288|Adapting to Industry 4.0 with Luke Mullins from 2019-10-10T10:00:34

This week's guest is Luke Mullins. Ron and Luke discussed the concept of Industry 4.0, including the challenges both current and future leaders may face as lean evolves. A MP3 audio version of this...

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GA 287|The Wheel of Sustainability with Adam Lawrence from 2019-10-03T10:00:16

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Adam explained the Wheel of Sustainability model he developed to help individuals and organizations sustain their improvement efforts. A MP3 audio version of thi...

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GA 286|Lean and Robotic Process Automation with Saif Arshad from 2019-09-26T10:00:03

This week's guest is Saif Arshad. Saif works for S&P Global, and he shared how they use lean thinking to improve their processes. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here....

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GA 285|Learning Four Languages in One Year with Scott Young from 2019-09-19T10:00:11

This week's guest is Ultralearning author Scott Young. Ron and Scott discussed the concept of ultralearning, and how Scott has used its principles to accomplish some truly impressive goals. A MP3 a...

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GA 284|Continuous Improvement in the Fast Food Industry with David Reid from 2019-09-12T10:00:54

This week's guest is David Reid. David is a Principal Team Leader at Chick-fil-A, and he shared some of the many ways they've incorporated lean into their day-to-day operations. A MP3 audio versio...

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GA 283|Leveraging the Spirit of Learning with Ryan McCall from 2019-09-05T10:00:51

This week's guest is Ryan McCall. Ryan shared some of what he's learned so far on his lean journey and got Ron to weigh in on some of the interpersonal issues that can arise when experimenting with...

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GA 282|Toyota Kata and Scientific Thinking with Mike Rother from 2019-08-29T10:00:31

This week we're sharing a keynote by Mike Rother. Recorded at KataCon5, Mike stresses the value of scientific thinking and Toyota Kata, touching on specific tools like deliberate practice as well. ...

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GA 281|Building an Online Community of Practice with Katie Anderson and Karyn Ross from 2019-08-22T10:00:13

This week our guests are Katie Anderson and Karyn Ross. Katie and Karyn explained how they've developed their K2C2 initiative, which seeks to build collaborative online communities of practice. A M...

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GA 280|The Values and Principles of Agile with Samuel Parra from 2019-08-15T10:00:50

This week's guest is Samuel Parra. Ron and Samuel delved into all things Agile, including how it overlaps with lean. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this epi...

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GA 279|The Future of Lean with Olu Amodeni from 2019-08-08T10:00:07

This week's guest is Olu Amodeni. Ron and Olu discussed the future of lean, including the roles robots and humans play in manufacturing. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for downloa...

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GA 278|Concentrating on Your Mission with Mark Smeets from 2019-08-01T10:00:17

This week's guest is Mark Smeets. Mark shared some of the lessons he's learned about lean over his career thus far, and how it's inspired him to make changes in his personal life. A MP3 audio versi...

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GA 277|Analyzing Gilbert’s Behavior Engineering Model with Randy Matusky from 2019-07-25T10:00:21

This week's guest is Randy Matusky. Ron and Randy analyzed a change management model called Gilbert's Behavior Engineering Model, which addresses six different factors that influence human performa...

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GA 276|Using Lean to Enrich Lives with Ben van Asselt from 2019-07-18T10:00:05

This week's guest is Ben van Asselt. Ron and Ben discussed the inspiring ways Ben and his team use lean at Lunet Zorg, an organization that provides services for people with intellectual disabiliti...

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GA 275|Leading vs. Serving with Sarah Tilkens from 2019-07-11T10:00:43

This week's guest is Sarah Tilkens. A Lean Manufacturing Leader at GE Healthcare, Sarah and Ron discussed the differences between mentoring, coaching, leading, and serving. A MP3 audio version of t...

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GA 274|Retiring from a Lean Career with George Saiz from 2019-07-04T10:00:01

This week's guest is George Saiz. George walked Ron through his career and the observations he's made over the years, including during his time as President of AME. A MP3 audio version of this epis...

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GA 273|Lean as a Management System with Skip Steward from 2019-06-27T10:00:51

This week's guest is Skip Steward. Ron and Skip continued their conversation from Episode 269, diving deeper into scientific thinking, Toyota Kata, management systems, and more. A MP3 audio version...

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GA 272|The Role of Lean in Empowering People with Disabilities with Brent Weichers from 2019-06-20T10:00:28

This week's guest is Brent Weichers of The Lighthouse for the Blind, a non-profit that employs people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. He explained the inner workings of...

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GA 271|Scientific Thinking as a Lifestyle with Panos Efsta from 2019-06-13T10:00:26

This week's guest is Panos Efsta. Ron and Panos discussed the value of scientific thinking, confirmation bias, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In thi...

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GA 270|The Simplicity of Lean with Philip Holt from 2019-06-06T10:00:10

This week's guest is Philip Holt. Philip discussed the books he's written, the concept of"mosquito leadership,"and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In thi...

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GA 269|Establishing a Standard Behavior with Skip Steward from 2019-05-30T10:00:25

This week's guest is Skip Steward. Ron and Skip had a long conversation all about healthcare and the transformative powers of TWI, Toyota Kata, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is ava...

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GA 268|Breaking Down the Seven Wastes with Jeff Kaas from 2019-05-23T10:00:13

This week's guest is Jeff Kaas. We're sharing the audio from an upcoming course that features Jeff's company, Kaas Tailored. Using real life examples, Jeff explains each of the seven wastes in a un...

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GA 267|The Nature of Coaching with Steve Kane from 2019-05-16T10:00:31

This week's guest is our Director of Customer Success, Steve Kane. Ron and Steve talked all about Steve's coaching journey, including using kata, the power of the right mindset, what it means to be...

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GA 266|The True Value of Cost Reduction with Amery Williams from 2019-05-09T10:00:09

This week's guest is Amery Williams. Ron and Amery discussed cost reduction and its role in continuous improvement, which can sometimes be controversial. An MP3 audio version of this episode is ava...

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GA 265|Finding Your Best Way with William Harvey from 2019-05-02T10:00:54

This week's guest is Dr. William Harvey. William and Ron discussed William's research on Toyota Kata, including his process and what he learned from other lean thinkers. An MP3 audio version of thi...

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GA 264|Repeating the Process of Learning with Dr. Jeffrey Liker from 2019-04-25T10:00:05

This week we're sharing an incredible keynote by Dr. Jeffrey Liker that he gave at KataCon5 earlier this year. Dr. Liker shared a wealth of information regarding his background, his lean journey, a...

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GA 263 | Using Lean to Make Life-Changing Decisions with Tyson Ortiz from 2019-04-18T10:00:34

This week's guest is Tyson Ortiz. Tyson's son was born with a congenital heart condition, and Tyson graciously shared how he used kata and scientific thinking as he and his wife navigated their son...

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GA 262 | The Next Generation of Lean with Tyler Athey from 2019-04-11T10:00:54

This week's guest is Tyler Athey. Tyler is at the beginning of his career but has accomplished a lot in just a few years. Ron and Tyler touched on a lot of different aspects of lean, including kanb...

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GA 261 | Building the Habit of Excellence with James Clear from 2019-04-04T10:00:10

This week's guest is James Clear. Author of the bestseller Atomic Habits, James shared a wealth of knowledge with us regarding the different kinds of habits, how they form, and how we can successfu...

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GA 260 | The Secret to Excellence with Oscar Roche from 2019-03-28T10:00:52

This week's guest is Oscar Roche, Director of the TWI Institute in Australia & New Zealand. Ron and Oscar discussed the humanity of lean, the components of TWI, and more.

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GA 259 | Using Lean to Facilitate Social Change with Jason Schulist from 2019-03-21T10:00:04

This week's guest is Jason Schulist. Jason is President of GLCI, an organization that connects communities so they can better address social issues like homelessness. Jason shared how continuous im...

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GA 258 | Creating a Common Meaning with Billy Taylor from 2019-03-14T10:00:28

This week's guest is Billy Taylor. Billy is a Senior Operations Executive at Goodyear and is known worldwide for his work in operational excellence. Also famous for his storytelling abilities, Bill...

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GA 257 | Sharing the Power of Lean with Bill Kraus from 2019-03-07T10:00:32

This week's guest is Bill Kraus. Recorded live at KataCon5, Bill and Ron talked all about Bill's impressive background and what he's learned about kata, leadership, and scientific thinking.

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GA 256 | Reflecting on a Career in Continuous Improvement with Jon Miller from 2019-02-28T10:00:14

This episode is Part 2 of last week's conversation with GA Co-Founder Jon Miller. Jon discussed his career thus far, sharing some of the valuable lessons he's learned along the way.

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GA 255 | The Elements of a Sustainable Lean System with Jon Miller from 2019-02-21T10:00:24

This week's guest is GA Co-Founder Jon Miller. Jon has been a guest of the podcast many times, and in this episode he describes the various elements he believes are necessary for creating a success...

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GA 254 | Discovering Lean with Ryan and Louise Tierney from 2019-02-14T10:00:56

This week's guests are Ryan and Louise Tierney. We recently went to Northern Ireland to tour and film at their company, Seating Matters. In this episode, they share how they learned about lean, and...

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GA 253 | Building a Strong Lean Foundation with Mohamed Saleh from 2019-02-07T10:00:30

This week's guest is Mohamed Saleh of Hartford HealthCare. Mohamed shared the details of their lean journey, including the dynamic approach they use and how their department is organized

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GA 252 | Standard Work in the Office with Steve Ansuini from 2019-01-31T10:00:12

This week's guest is Steve Ansuini. Steve discussed his time at Toyota, including how he implemented Standard Work and Job Instruction Breakdowns in the office.

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GA 251 | Lean in New Hampshire with Heather Barto and Tommy Lencki Jr. from 2019-01-24T10:00:09

This week's guests are Heather Barto and Sergeant Tommy Lencki Jr. Heather and Tommy both work for the state of New Hampshire, and they described their involvement in the state's continuous improve...

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GA 250 | Using Process Behavior Charts with Mark Graban from 2019-01-17T10:00:16

This week's guest is Mark Graban. This is Mark's sixth episode with us, and this time he discussed his new book, Measures of Success, as well as how Process Behavior Charts can be used in different...

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GA 249 | Lean in Thailand, China, and India with John Chacon from 2019-01-10T10:00:24

This week's guest is John Chacon. Ron and John discussed John's career, specifically his experiences practicing lean in different parts of Asia.

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GA 248 | The Importance of Creativity with Karyn Ross from 2019-01-03T10:00:17

This week's guest is Karyn Ross. Ron and Karyn talked all about the power of creativity, why lean thinkers should focus on it, and how you can learn to be more creative.

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GA 247 | Using Lean in the U.S. Air Force with Greg Butler from 2018-12-27T10:00:55

This week's guest is Senior Master Sergeant Greg Butler. Greg shared how he and his team use lean in the U.S. Air Force, some of the barriers to success he's observed, and countermeasures you can use.

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GA 246 | How to Admit When You’re Struggling with Gary Peterson from 2018-12-20T10:00:25

This week's guest is Gary Peterson. Gary talked about his company O.C. Tanner's lean journey, and shared some vulnerable anecdotes about failure, asking for help, and owning up to your mistakes.

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GA 245 | How to Coach Leaders to Coach Others with Jamie Parker from 2018-12-13T10:00:12

This week's guest is Jamie Parker. Ron and Jamie talked about Jamie's career thus far, the importance of having an impact on others, and how to help leaders develop a team of problem solvers.

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GA 244 | How to Teach Kata in the Classroom with Mike Rother from 2018-12-06T10:00:34

This week's guest is Mike Rother. Mike actually interviewed Ron for this episode, and the two of them discussed scientific thinking and Ron's experience facilitating a kata workshop for kids.

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GA 243 | How to Strive to Thrive with Michael Lombard from 2018-11-29T10:00:58

This week's guest is Michael Lombard. Michael and Ron discussed Michael's career thus far, specifically his work in healthcare and his use of kata.

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GA 242 | How to Leverage Different Lean Experiences with Katie Anderson from 2018-11-22T10:00:31

This week we have another episode from AME San Diego. Our guest is Katie Anderson, who told us all about the AME Consortia program, her Japan Lean Study trips, and more.

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GA 241 | How to Make Work More Human with Renée Smith from 2018-11-15T10:00:59

This week we're continuing our live AME San Diego series with Renée Smith of Results Washington. Ron and Renée both shared some powerful anecdotes and insights into the humanity of lean and its pot...

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GA 240 | How to Leverage Lean Like Barry-Wehmiller with Brian Wellinghoff from 2018-11-08T10:00:39

This week we're sharing the first of several episodes we recorded live at AME San Diego. For this episode, our guest is Brian Wellinghoff. Ron and Brian discussed Barry-Wehmiller's lean journey, th...

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GA 239 | How to Determine Root Causes with Ron Pereira from 2018-11-01T10:00:19

This week's episode includes a little bit of everything. Ron provided an update on a few exciting things we have in the works, discussed a book he's loving, and then explored the powerful concept o...

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GA 238 | How to Change Your Culture with Toyota Kata with Emiel van Est from 2018-10-25T10:00:21

This week's guest is Emiel van Est. Ron and Emiel discussed the vital role that culture plays in continuous improvement, and how methodologies like Toyota Kata can help sustain your success.

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GA 237 | How to Incorporate and Leverage Sustainability with Brion Hurley from 2018-10-18T10:00:09

This week's guest is Brion Hurley. A Lean and Six Sigma consultant with a true passion for sustainability, Brion shared some advice on the "Triple Bottom Line," going paperless, and more.

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GA 236 | How to Develop Strong Effective Leaders with Cheryl Jekiel from 2018-10-11T10:00:51

This week's guest is Cheryl Jekiel, CEO of the Lean Leadership Center. Based on her background in operations and human resources, Cheryl explained what it takes to develop great lean leaders.

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GA 235 | How to Embody the Spirit of Toyota with Jess Orr from 2018-10-04T10:00:38

This week's guest is former Toyota employee Jess Orr. Jess reflected on her time there by sharing their "10 Attitudes" with us, which really capture the overall spirit of Toyota.

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GA 234 | How to Apply Lean to Transportation with Gary Vansuch, Michelle Malloy, and Geneva Hooten from 2018-09-27T10:00:57

This week's guests are Gary Vansuch, Michelle Malloy, and Geneva Hooten of the Colorado Department of Transportation. Together they shared how their Process Improvement program came to be, how it h...

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GA 233 | How to Develop a Strong Lean Culture with Raye Wentworth from 2018-09-20T10:00:09

This week we're sharing another powerful keynote from the 2018 Lean Systems Summit, this time by Raye Wentworth. Raye has been with New Balance for 34 years, and she shared how the company has deve...

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GA 232 | How to Embrace the Higher Calling of Lean with Kevin Hancock from 2018-09-13T10:00:32

This week we're sharing a moving keynote by CEO Kevin Hancock from the 2018 Lean Systems Summit. It's impossible not to be inspired by Kevin's refreshing take on lean and it's true value.

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GA 231 | How to Think Scientifically in Healthcare with Maurene Stock and Katie Melching from 2018-09-06T10:00:02

This week's guests are Maurene Stock and Katie Melching of Mercy Health Muskegon. They shed some light on the organization's lean journey, including their approach and how they learned to think sci...

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GA 230 | How to Become a Six Sigma Black Belt with Md Hasan from 2018-08-30T10:00:22

This week's guest is one of our Six Sigma Black Belt recipients, Md Hasan. Ron and Md discussed his background, the process of becoming certified, SMED, and more.

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GA 229 | How to Run a Sustainable Organization with Dale and Dan Crownover from 2018-08-23T10:00:22

This week we're featuring some of the audio from our recent Gemba Academy Live! series at Texas Nameplate. Dale Crownover and his son Dan talked to Ron about their passion for sustainability and th...

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GA 228 | How to Apply Lean to Architecture and Engineering with Kurt Neubek from 2018-08-16T10:00:41

This week's guest is Kurt Neubek, an architect who is also one of our Six Sigma Black Belt recipients. Kurt explained how he uses continuous improvement in his line of work.

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GA 227 | How to Leverage Lean in Banking with Danny Conroy and Daniel Lichty from 2018-08-09T10:00:55

This week's guests are Danny Conroy and Daniel Lichty. Danny and Daniel explained how they use lean in banking, specifically to improve the mortgage process.

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GA 226 | How to Practice Lean in the UAE with Dan Whittaker from 2018-08-02T10:00:17

This week's guest is Dan Whittaker. Dan shared some interesting stories from his time working in Formula 1, and explained what it's like applying lean in the United Arab Emirates.

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GA 225 | How to Create a Strategy Execution Plan with David Asher from 2018-07-26T10:00:24

This week's guest is our new Director of Certification & Coaching, David Asher. Ron and David talked about the importance of having a Strategy Execution Plan, among other things.

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GA 224 | How to Apply Lean in Different Countries with James Newell from 2018-07-19T10:00:14

This week's guest is James Newell. James is American but has lived in Germany for the past twenty years, and he shared his experiences applying lean there.

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GA 223 | How to Apply Lean to the Government with Justin Kenney from 2018-07-12T10:00:40

This week's guest is Justin Kenney. Justin, who works for the state of Vermont, explained how he and his team leverage continuous improvement at the government level.

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GA 222 | How to Sustain Improvements with Brian DeVries from 2018-07-05T12:00:11

This week's guest is Brian DeVries. Ron and Brian talked about sustaining improvements and showing empathy throughout the process.

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GA 221 | How to Think Scientifically with Stephen Derksen from 2018-06-28T12:00:33

This week's guest is Stephen Derksen. Ron and Stephen discussed Toyota Kata and learning how to think in a scientific manner.

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GA 220 | How to Ensure the Longevity of Your Lean Success with Mohamed Aref from 2018-06-21T12:00:47

This week's guest is Mohamed Aref. Mohamed shared his lean journey with us, including his take on what makes a lean initiative stick, and what lean is like in Egypt.

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GA 219 | How to Adopt the Best Mindset for Lean with Kyle Kumpf from 2018-06-14T12:00:31

This week's guest is Kyle Kumpf. Kyle walked us through his lean journey thus far, explaining why it's important to be critical on processes and not people.

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GA 218 | How to Harness the Power of A3 Thinking with Captain Brad Brown from 2018-06-07T12:00:33

This week we're sharing the audio of a presentation given by Captain Brad Brown at the 2017 Lean Municipal Government Forum in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Brad shared how the fire department's use of A...

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GA 217 | How Gemba Academy Practices Lean with Leslie Moles and Jennifer Scott from 2018-05-31T12:00:21

This week's guests are our own Leslie Moles and Jennifer Scott. Leslie and Jennifer shared what it's like practicing lean at Gemba Academy, specifically how we leverage Toyota Kata.

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GA 216 | How to Reignite a Continuous Improvement Program with Casey Johnson from 2018-05-24T12:00:03

This week's guest is Casey Johnson. Casey and Ron discussed the best ways to help an organization who has experienced a failed CI initiative get back on track.

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GA 215 | How to Reflect on Lessons Learned with Brian Buck from 2018-05-17T12:00:22

This week's guest is Brian Buck. Brian reflected back on his journey thus far and shared some of the lessons he's learned, including the importance of defining and maintaining standards.

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GA 214 | How to Set a Challenge with Mark Rosenthal from 2018-05-10T12:00:38

This week's guest is consultant Mark Rosenthal. Mark shared some insights regarding the various components of Toyota Kata, including setting a challenge and determining a target condition.

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GA 213 | How to Lead with Joy with Richard Sheridan from 2018-05-03T12:00:22

This week's guest is Richard Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations. Ron and Richard discussed the premise of Richard's new book, Lead With Joy, including what it means to be a humble, compassionate, j...

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GA 505|Values vs. Principles with Steve Kane from 2023-12-07T10:00

GA 504|Gemba Academy’s 2023 with Ron Pereira from 2023-11-30T10:00:10

GA 503|Balancing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation with Brent Weichers from 2023-11-23T10:00:16

GA 502|The Importance of Productivity with John Abplanalp from 2023-11-16T10:00:03

GA 501|Reducing Chaos with Brandon Brown from 2023-11-09T10:00:30

GA 500|Celebrating 500 Episodes from 2023-11-02T10:00:17

GA 499|OT Cybersecurity in Manufacturing with Jeff Reinke from 2023-10-26T10:00:33

GA 498|The Power of Improving Less with Chad Bareither from 2023-10-19T10:00:57

GA 497|Navigating Generational Diversity with James Newell from 2023-10-12T10:00:54

GA 496|How to Handle Employee Suggestions with Kyle Brady from 2023-10-05T10:00:13

GA 495|Finding and Retaining the Right Talent with Kerry L. Bass from 2023-09-28T10:00:29

GA 494|TWI and the Training Timetable with Brandon Brown from 2023-09-21T10:00:22

GA 493|Dealing with Fear with John Knotts from 2023-09-14T10:00:42

GA 492|Better Metrics for Better Management with Mark Graban from 2023-09-07T10:00:38

GA 491|What Leads to High Morale with Kerrie Jordan from 2023-08-31T10:00:06

GA 490|What’s Broken About Work with David Henkin and Thomas Bertels from 2023-08-24T10:00:10

GA 489|Understanding the Way We Think with Gerald J. Leonard from 2023-08-17T10:00:17

GA 488|Learning to Manage People with Summer Davies from 2023-08-10T10:00:27

GA 487|Picture Yourself a Leader with Elisabeth Swan from 2023-08-03T10:00:07

GA 486|Creating a Well-Loved Workplace with Lou Carter from 2023-07-27T10:00:42

GA 485|Lean, Change, and Reflexivity with Bruno Pesec from 2023-07-20T10:00:04

GA 484|The Importance of Communication with Boris Kajos from 2023-07-13T10:00:57

GA 483|Human Leadership with Dr. Jennifer Nash from 2023-07-06T10:00:18

GA 482|The True Value of OpEx Assessments with Brent Weichers from 2023-06-29T10:00:02

GA 481|Motivation and Respect for People with George Saiz from 2023-06-22T10:00:17

GA 480|Learning From Our Mistakes with Mark Graban from 2023-06-15T10:00:39

GA 479|Continuous Improvement and RPA with Jacob Bonde Larsen from 2023-06-08T10:00:06

GA 478|Discovering Your Purpose with John Knotts from 2023-06-01T10:00:52

GA 477|Building a Diverse Continuous Improvement Community with Sam Morgan and Andres Alamillo from 2023-05-25T10:00:35

GA 476|Why Lean Accounting Matters with Nick Katko from 2023-05-18T10:00:41

GA 475|Helping Humans Be Heroes with Christopher Hodges from 2023-05-11T10:00:56

GA 474|Integrating Coaching and Lean with Sarah Tilkens from 2023-05-04T10:00:18

GA 473|Setting and Achieving Strategic Goals with Calvin Williams from 2023-04-27T10:00:25

GA 472|Balancing the Two Pillars of Lean with Bonnie Davis from 2023-04-20T10:00:53

GA 471|Setting and Measuring KPIs with Vince Sassano from 2023-04-13T10:00

GA 470|Identifying and Using Your Natural Gifts with Bobby Jackson from 2023-04-06T10:00:51

GA 469|Improving Lives with Lean with Steve Bell from 2023-03-30T10:00:57

GA 468|Lean Made Simple with Ryan Tierney from 2023-03-23T10:00:48

GA 467|What Makes a Brilliant Process with Andy Reith from 2023-03-16T10:00:11

GA 466|Problem Statements, Ideation, and Coaching with Jamie Flinchbaugh from 2023-03-09T10:00:34

GA 465|What a Unicorn Knows with Matt May and Pablo Dominguez from 2023-03-02T10:00:50

GA 464|Starting with a Process with Andrew Piland from 2023-02-23T10:00:32

GA 463|Academics vs. Application with Phil Ranck from 2023-02-16T10:00:36

GA 462|Fort Collins’Lean Journey with Roland Guerrero from 2023-02-09T10:00

GA 461|Scientific Thinking and Confidence with Sam Morgan from 2023-02-02T10:00:55

GA 460|Newsletter Wisdom with Ron Pereira from 2023-01-26T10:00:58

GA 459|Dealing with CAVE People with Adam Lawrence from 2023-01-19T10:00:48

GA 458|Exploring Risk Analysis with Ron Pereira from 2023-01-12T10:00:56

GA 457|Leading with Care with Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt from 2023-01-05T10:00:37

GA 456|“This Is Water”by David Foster Wallace with Alex Judd from 2022-12-29T10:00:51

GA 455|The Intersection of Lean and Sustainability with Julia Goldstein from 2022-12-22T10:00:51

GA 454|Practicing Lean in a Pandemic with Sabrina McCorvey from 2022-12-15T10:00:23

GA 453|Navigating the Struggle of Learning with Katie Anderson from 2022-12-08T10:00:54

GA 452|The Power of Transactional Lean with Jen Borden from 2022-12-01T10:00:38

GA 451|Good and“Evil”in Kata with Scott Laundry and Marc Bicknell from 2022-11-24T10:00:40

GA 450|Governing the Standard with Billy Taylor from 2022-11-17T10:00:48

GA 449|Firefighting, Docility, and the Top-Down Approach to Lean with Mike Thelen from 2022-11-10T10:00:25

GA 448|Planning an AME Conference with Gregory MacDougall from 2022-11-03T10:00:18

GA 447|Reality Fights Back with Trond Undheim from 2022-10-27T10:00:48

GA 446|From“Here”to“There”in Leadership with Alex Judd from 2022-10-20T10:00:54

GA 445|Ventura County’s Lean Journey with Paul Stamper from 2022-10-13T10:00:32

GA 444|Navigating Volatility with Patrick Dippel from 2022-10-06T10:00:31

GA 443|Telling Stories and Making Meaning with Jamie Dixon from 2022-09-29T10:00:12

GA 442|Getting Decisions That Stick with Kurt Neubek from 2022-09-22T10:00:38

GA 441|Strategic Visioning with Deondra Wardelle from 2022-09-15T10:00:55

GA 440|Engagement, Education, and Recognition with Tom Hughes from 2022-09-08T10:00:37

GA 439|Collecting and Interpreting Data with John Knotts from 2022-09-01T10:00:38

GA 438|The Importance of Understanding People with Brent Weichers from 2022-08-25T10:00:58

GA 437|Virtual Training with Steve Kane from 2022-08-18T10:00:14

GA 436|Work Design and Intrinsic Motivation with Thomas Bertels from 2022-08-11T10:00:09

GA 435|Golf, Coaching, and Intentional Leadership with Wendy Posillico from 2022-08-04T10:00:33

GA 434|All About TPM with Ron Pereira from 2022-07-28T10:00:07

GA 433|Being a Scientific Leader with Calvin Williams from 2022-07-21T10:00:19

GA 432|“Lean”versus“lean”with Martina Kuhlmeyer from 2022-07-14T10:00:26

GA 431|Implementing a Quality Management System with Dereck Williams from 2022-07-07T10:00:54

GA 430|The Importance of Empathetic Leadership with Bhavana Bartholf from 2022-06-30T10:00:15

GA 429|Driving Excellence and Creating Value with Michael Lamach from 2022-06-23T10:00:32

GA 428|The Power of Discovery with Colin Baird from 2022-06-16T10:00:08