Whenever the holiday season comes around, annual traditions and Thanksgiving activities seem to explode. There are family events centered around each special occasion, and Thanksgiving is no exception. However, even though this celebration is so common…
Company culture is what makes one organization different from the next. The team’s shared values, goals, and expectations contribute to a thriving organizational culture. Leaders who are dedicated to continuous improvement make it the corne…
GUEST POST from Greg Satell Anybody who has waited for a traffic light to change, in the middle of the night at an empty intersection, knows the urge to rebel. There is always a tension between order and freedom. While … Continue reading →
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For my Facebook fans you already know about this great feature. But for those of you that are not connected to A Lean Journey on Facebook or Twitter I post daily a feature I call Lean Tips. It is meant to be advice, things I learned from experien…
GUEST POST from Arlen Meyers Now that we have all been stuck inside for almost two years, many of us are suffering from an exacerbation of worthless meeting syndrome (WMS) , most recently remotely. Of course, worthless meeting syndrome is … Conti…
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within L…
The 5S technique is part of a broader set of management practices known as visual management or visual control. Although these tools are often used by organizations that employ Lean management or the Toyota Production System, they can be us…
GUEST POST from Robert B. Tucker Ten years ago, frigid temperatures in Texas caused rolling blackouts, and millions lost power. The state was warned to weatherize its power grid to prepare for more extreme weather but never got around to … Contin…
Most leaders will agree that a culture of accountability and ownership is essential if the goal is to achieve operational excellence. Unfortunately, many organizations don’t take the steps necessary to build accountability into the day-to-d…
Thanksgiving is a time when everyone comes together to enjoy each others company, relish turkey and give thanks for the good things in life. And it’s that sweet spot of the holiday season — just between Halloween and Christmas, where you might be plann…
