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GA 309 | Lean and Self-Development with Pete Kuehn

Avatar photo By Jessica Bush Updated on March 4th, 2020

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 here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

  • The quote that inspires Pete (2:03)
  • Pete’s background (2:58)
  • How Pete got into continuous improvement (4:38)
  • The lessons he learned growing up (5:48)
  • Why companies go lean (10:46)
  • How lean affected his relationship with his wife (13:13)
  • Building trust (15:46)
  • Showing respect (17:57)
  • Pete’s 9/11 story (26:13)
  • Some of Pete’s favorite books (28:10)
  • Pete’s advice for those who are struggling (29:16)

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Jessica Bush

Jessica is responsible for the editorial aspects of Gemba Academy’s content, focusing on course materials, podcast production, social media, and other copywriting efforts. An avid advocate of entrepreneurship, Jessica has worked with two technology startups as co-founder and head marketing strategist. Jessica received her BS in Business Administration from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, with a minor in Music.

  1. Jessie Hankins

    March 6, 2020 - 12:06 pm
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    Great job, Pete! I am proud to work with someone who has such a big heart. Keep up the great work, I am excited to see where your Lean journey takes you.

    • pete kuehn

      March 7, 2020 - 10:35 pm

      Thanks for the good words Jess! And it takes a guy with a big heart ( you) to see someone with a big heart. I am honored to work with you.

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