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GA 505 | Values vs. Principles with Steve Kane

Avatar photo By Jessica Bush Updated on December 6th, 2023

 

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 this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

  • Steve’s favorite quote (3:05)
  • His early thoughts on Toyota Kata and scientific thinking (4:28)
  • Steve’s background (9:41)
  • How he overcomes any objections to certification programs (10:35)
  • How things are going (12:44)
  • Steve’s coaching style (16:25)
  • The difference between values and principles (18:13)
  • Working that into his day to day operation (21:23)
  • Practical tips for coaching sessions (23:23)

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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.

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