Gemba Academy Podcast

Weekly interviews with some of the best leaders, thinkers, and innovators in continuous improvement. Join your host Ron Pereira to learn, be inspired, and get expert advice from our incredible guests!

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Dealing With Uncertainty with Steve Kane

This week we’re sharing the audio of a presentation on coaching, leader standard work, and uncertainty by our own Steve Kane. Steve’s advice on uncertainty is particularly relevant to today. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode…

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The 4Cs of Trust with Jamie Flinchbaugh

This week’s guest is Jamie Flinchbaugh. Ron and Jamie discussed the important role of trust in continuous improvement, and reviewed the 4Cs of Trust. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The quote that inspires…

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The Eight Pillars of Total Productive Maintenance with Balaji Chandrasekar

This week’s guest is Balaji Chandrasekar. Ron and Balaji reviewed the pillars of TPM, the challenges involved, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The quote that inspires Balaji (3:11) Balaji’s background (3:55)…

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Practicing Kata in Secret with Tracy Defoe

This week’s guest is Tracy Defoe. Ron and Tracy discussed why people practice Toyota Kata and continuous improvement in secret, and why it’s problematic. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The quote that inspires…

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COVID-19 Q&A with Mark Graban, Dr. Greg Jacobson, and Dr. Mason Mileur

Today we’re releasing a special episode on the COVID-19 virus. Mark Graban, Dr. Greg Jacobson, and Dr. Mason Mileur recorded a webinar answering some commonly asked questions about this global pandemic, and what we can do to stay safe and help out. A MP3 audio…

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The Lean Construction Movement with Hal Macomber

This week’s guest is Hal Macomber. Ron and Hal discussed the lean construction movement, the Last Planner System, and more. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The quote that inspires Hal (2:43) Hal’s background…

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The Role of Motivation in Continuous Improvement with Brad Miller

This week’s guest is Brad Miller. Ron and Brad discussed how motivation factors into continuous improvement, and a modern motivation framework that could be useful to managers. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: Brad’s…

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Lean and Self-Development with Pete Kuehn

This week’s guest is Pete Kuehn. Ron and Pete discussed Pete’s lean journey, including the effect lean has had on his personal life. A MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The quote that inspires Pete…

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