GA 365 | Adopting a Growth Mindset with Nik Kottha

By Jessica Bush • Published: April 1st, 2021 • 0 Comments

This week’s guest is Nik Kottha. Ron and Nik covered several important topics, including what Nik has learned from yoga, what excellence means to him, and where his passion comes from. Nik also stressed the importance of coaching. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

Did Standardized Work Originate Thousands of Years Ago?

By Steve Kane • Published: March 26th, 2021 • 0 Comments

Armies around the world and throughout history have many common practices and traditions. One practice, in particular, started thousands of years ago and is deeply rooted in what we today would characterize as Lean practices. This practice is marching. What Problem are We Trying to Solve? In early times, armies

GA 359 | Pink Tools and Preventing Injuries with Adam Lawrence

By Jessica Bush • Published: February 18th, 2021 • 4 Comments

This week’s guest is Adam Lawrence. Ron and Adam discussed Adam’s new book, “The Wheel of Sustainability,” including how and why he wrote it. Adam also shared some very moving stories that highlight the true power of lean. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

GA 352 | Defining, Executing, and Aligning Winning with Billy Taylor

By Jessica Bush • Updated: January 4th, 2021, • 1 Comment

This week we’re sharing the audio of our recent Billy Taylor livestream. Billy is a lean powerhouse and his presentation is packed with practical and profound wisdom. If you’re looking for some New Year’s inspiration, this episode is for you. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for

GA 348 | Communicating Respect in Lean with Tejas Munot

By Jessica Bush • Published: December 3rd, 2020 • 1 Comment

This week’s guest is Tejas Munot. Tejas shared what he learned during his time at VIBCO Vibrators, the importance of respect, and more. Tejas also interviewed Ron about HIS lean journey thus far. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn:

GA 347 | Leveraging Deliberate Practice with Billy Taylor

By Jessica Bush • Published: November 26th, 2020 • 0 Comments

This week’s guest is Billy Taylor. Formerly the Director of Manufacturing at Goodyear, Billy has an impressive amount of lean knowledge. From the value of diversity, to performance maps, to deliberate practice, you won’t want to miss this one. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download

GA 346 | Navigating the Gemba with Jay Hodge

By Jessica Bush • Published: November 19th, 2020 • 0 Comments

This week’s guest is Jay Hodge. Ron and Jay discussed the confusion around the word gemba and how gemba relates to kaizen. Jay has worked at GM, Toyota, and Caterpillar, to name a few, so he shared what it’s like to make these transitions. A MP3 audio version of this

Stop Being the Expert and Be a Coach

By Steve Kane • Published: October 23rd, 2020 • 5 Comments

I wrote the article below a few years ago and wanted to revisit it and include some thoughts on how this relates to coaching. “If I am wiser. . . it is because I know that I do not know.” ~ Socrates Is it possible that expertise on a particular

5 Tips for Choosing a Lean Certification Course

By Steve Kane • Published: September 25th, 2020 • 0 Comments

There are many Lean certification courses available from a wide variety of organizations. Choosing the right one to suit your specific needs can be a bit tricky. Here are some tips and considerations to help you find the right one for you. Lean Body of Knowledge It’s often argued that

GA 337 | Making the Best of Bad Circumstances with Skip Steward

By Jessica Bush • Published: September 17th, 2020 • 2 Comments

This week’s guest is Skip Steward. Ron and Skip reflected on the year thus far and on some of the different challenges COVID-19 has created. Skip also shared his take on dealing with confirmation biases. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode