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GA 589 | Implementing Lean at Small to Mid-Sized Manufacturers with Justin Goethe

Avatar photo By Jessica Bush Updated on July 17th, 2025

This week’s guest is Justin Goethe. Ron and Justin discussed why people struggle to get on board with lean, the role traditional consulting can play, why “A Plan for Every Part” is important, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

  • The quote Justin likes (2:57)
  • Why we’re hesitant to take action (4:02)
  • Justin’s background (5:16)
  • Who Justin would train first (12:13)
  • Getting the finance community on board (14:10)
  • Why people struggle with lean (17:03)
  • The role a consultant can play (18:11)
  • Justin’s advice for where to start (23:42)
  • Why “A Plan for Every Part” is important (25:38)

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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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