coachingKaizenLeadershipLeanLean OfficepodcastProductivity

GA 421 | What Employees Want with Dan Johnston

Avatar photo By Jessica Bush Updated on April 21st, 2022

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 for People. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

  • The quote Dan likes (3:18)
  • Dan’s background (4:22)
  • Hiring vs. retaining employees (5:49)
  • What employees want (10:24)
  • How leaders respond to feedback (12:14)
  • A success story (15:59)
  • Dan’s advice on leading and motivating people (20:59)

Podcast Resources

What Do You Think?

What are some good strategies for hiring and retaining employees?

Avatar photo

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.

Have something to say?

Leave your comment and let's talk!

In-Person training events at the Gemba Academy Training Center

Recent Articles

Start your Lean & Six Sigma training today.

Explore Videos Chat with an expert