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GA 588 | When Lean Doesn’t Stick with Holly Plaga

Avatar photo By Jessica Bush Updated on July 10th, 2025

This week’s guest is Holly Plaga. Ron and Holly discussed why lean doesn’t always take root, the mindset necessary for success, creating a sustainable lean culture, Holly’s “favorite mistake,” and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

  • The quote Holly likes (2:52)
  • Her background (3:31)
  • Why lean doesn’t always take root (7:33)
  • The mindset you need for lean to be successful (9:26)
  • Tips for creating a sustainable culture (12:54)
  • Holly’s “favorite mistake” (14:50)
  • Dealing with CAVE people (16:28)
  • Her final words of wisdom (20:55)

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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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