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Problem Statements, Ideation, and Coaching with Jamie Flinchbaugh

This week’s guest is Jamie Flinchbaugh. Jamie updated us on what he’s learned since publishing his latest book, how he recommends writing a good problem statement, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: …

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What Makes a Brilliant Process with Andy Reith

This week’s guest is Andy Reith. Ron and Andy discussed Andy’s time at Toyota as well as a tannery, and what Andy believes a brilliant process looks like. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: …

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Lean Made Simple with Ryan Tierney

This week’s guest is Ryan Tierney of Seating Matters. Ryan and Ron discussed the reactions Ryan got when he first discovered lean, the importance of being both humble and curious, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In…

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Improving Lives with Lean with Steve Bell

This week’s guest is Steve Bell. Ron and Steve discussed Steve’s work applying lean to NGOs, how he approaches Change Management, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: Steve’s background (3:57) What NGO…

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Identifying and Using Your Natural Gifts with Bobby Jackson

This week’s guest is Bobby Jackson. Bobby explained what it means to use your natural gifts, the six different types, and how to determine what yours are. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The…

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Setting and Measuring KPIs with Vince Sassano

This week’s guest is Vince Sassano. Ron and Vince discussed KPIs, balancing them with what the customer wants, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The quote Vince likes (2:49) Vince’s background (4:33)…

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Balancing the Two Pillars of Lean with Bonnie Davis

This week’s guest is Bonnie Davis. Ron and Bonnie discussed how the two pillars of lean should work together, A3 Thinking, and the importance of leadership buy-in and how to influence it. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In…

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Setting and Achieving Strategic Goals with Calvin Williams

This week’s guest is Calvin Williams. Ron and Calvin discussed Calvin’s new book, “FIT: The Simple Science of Achieving Strategic Goals,” and what setting strategic goals really entails. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: …

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