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GA 527 | The Five Functions of Business with Zack Estes

Avatar photo By Jessica Bush Updated on May 9th, 2024

This week’s guest is Zack Estes. Ron and Zack discussed Zack’s coaching business, applying lean in non-manufacturing contexts, the five functions of business, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

  • The quote Zack likes (3:16)
  • His background (3:34)
  • About Path for Growth (7:19)
  • Applying lean in digital spaces (8:28)
  • Whether he speaks about lean specifically (11:19)
  • Why envisioning outcomes is difficult (15:37)
  • The five functions of business (17:18)
  • Zack’s reading project (27:25)

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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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