This week's guest is Ron Pereira. Ron talked about our TPM, or Total Productive Maintenance, content, and then shared a previous episode on TPM by Balaji Chandrasekar. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.In this

GA 433 | Being a Scientific Leader with Calvin Williams

Jul 21st, 2022 35m 12s

This week's guest is Calvin Williams. Ron and Calvin discussed his company Impruver, scientific thinking, and what it means to be a scientific leader. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.In this episode you'll l

GA 432 | “Lean” versus “lean” with Martina Kuhlmeyer

Jul 14th, 2022 29m 51s

This week's guest is Martina Kuhlmeyer. Ron and Martina talked about the true definition of culture, what it means to build lean into your company culture, and how to tell when things go awry. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available f

GA 431 | Implementing a Quality Management System with Dereck Williams

Jul 7th, 2022 27m 11s

This week's guest is Dereck Williams. Ron and Dereck discussed Quality Management Systems, what they entail, and how to ensure your efforts are successful and sustainable. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.In

GA 430 | The Importance of Empathetic Leadership with Bhavana Bartholf

Jun 30th, 2022 31m 42s

This week's guest is Bhavana Bartholf. Bhavana is the Global Head of Digital & Sales Strategy at Microsoft and a keynote speaker at this year's AME International Conference. Ron and Bhavana discussed empathy, culture, trust, and more. An MP3 au

GA 429 | Driving Excellence and Creating Value with Michael Lamach

Jun 23rd, 2022 42m 7s

This week's guest is Michael Lamach. A keynote presenter at this year's AME International Conference, Ron and Michael talked about everything from his time at Trane Technologies, to promoting engagement, cycle time, and more. An MP3 audio versi

GA 428 | The Power of Discovery with Colin Baird

Jun 16th, 2022 45m 29s

This week's guest is Colin Baird. Ron and Colin discussed the role of discovery and the importance of being appreciated. Colin also shared how his relationship with his father shaped the way he views continuous improvement. An MP3 audio version

GA 427 | The Hierarchy of Action with Ryan McCall

Jun 9th, 2022 26m 10s

This week's guest is Ryan McCall. Ron and Ryan explored the Hierarchy of Action, and what it means to "Start with Why." Ryan also shared some advice for what to do when your "Why?" isn't embraced by those around you. An MP3 audio version of thi

GA 426 | Deciding When to Use Technology with Lauren Hisey

Jun 2nd, 2022 22m 18s

This week's guest is Lauren Hisey. Ron and Lauren discussed the dangers of jumping straight into technology before exploring other options. They also covered value stream mapping, gemba walks, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is a

GA 425 | Lean and Racing with Beau Briggs

May 26th, 2022 30m 40s

This week's guest is Beau Briggs. Beau described his racing career and his family business, and how lean has been a part of both journeys. This is a particularly unique episode you won't want to miss. An MP3 audio version of this episode is ava

GA 424 | When Things Go Wrong: The Spirit of Kaizen with Adam Lawrence

May 19th, 2022 56m 15s

This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Adam told Ron about his trip to French Guiana to see a NASA rocket launch, and everything that went wrong. Adam also explained how he believes having a lean background helped him. An MP3 audio version of this

GA 423 | Lean and Human-Centered Design with Michael Parent

May 12th, 2022 27m 15s

This week's guest is Michael Parent. Ron and Michael discussed human-centered design and how it intersects with lean. Michael also talked about his book, The Lean Innovation Cycle. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download

GA 422 | Getting Lean Buy-In with Adam Marsland

May 5th, 2022 33m 37s

This week's guest is Adam Marsland. Adam, who works in the legal industry, explained how his firm uses continuous improvement and what problems they're solving. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.In this episod

GA 421 | What Employees Want with Dan Johnston

Apr 28th, 2022 26m 21s

This week's guest is Dan Johnston. Dan explained how his company WorkStep approaches hiring and retaining employees and what employees truly want, with clear parallels to lean, PDCA, and Respect for People. An MP3 audio version of this episode

GA 420 | The Benefits of Gratitude with Rick Foreman

Apr 21st, 2022 43m 56s

This week's guest is Rick Foreman. Ron and Rick talked all about the importance of gratitude, both in professional and personal contexts. Listen and learn how being grateful can improve your health and overall happiness. An MP3 audio version of

GA 419 | Lean in Venture Capital with Bryan Bauw

Apr 14th, 2022 22m 14s

This week's guest is Bryan Bauw. Bryan explained how he uses lean and continuous improvement in his role at a startup venture capital firm. Ron and Bryan also explored what we could learn from the world of venture capital. An MP3 audio version

GA 418 | Value Stream Management in Software Delivery with Lance Knight

Apr 7th, 2022 30m 5s

This week's guest is Lance Knight. Lance explained how lean and value stream management work in the software delivery field. He also shed some light on what they're doing that traditional manufacturers could benefit from. An MP3 audio version o

GA 417 | Steel Toes and Stilettos with Kathy Miller and Shannon Karels

Mar 31st, 2022 37m 3s

This week's guests are Kathy Miller and Shannon Karels. They shared what it's like being women in manufacturing, their experiences leading lean transformations, and the inspiration behind their book Steel Toes and Stilettos. An MP3 audio versio

GA 416 | JELD-WEN’s Lean Journey with Gregg Miner

Mar 24th, 2022 35m 33s

This week's guest is Gregg Miner. Ron asked Gregg about his personal lean journey and JELD-WEN's lean journey. Gregg also shared some great advice on goal setting. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.In this epi

GA 415 | Reacting vs. Responding with Sumit Gupta

Mar 17th, 2022 26m 24s

This week's guest is Sumit Gupta. Ron and Sumit discussed various aspects of leadership, including what it means to be a leader, dealing with different personality types, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download

GA 414 | The Characteristics of a Good Leader with Richard Sheridan

Mar 10th, 2022 45m 40s

This week's guest is Richard Sheridan. Ron and Rich discussed Rich's two books, Joy, Inc. and Chief Joy Officer. Rich also shared what qualities he thinks make a good leader. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

GA 413 | Understanding the Constraint with Hezi Korn

Mar 3rd, 2022 55m 32s

This week's guest is Hezi Korn. Ron and Hezi discussed TOC and how to identify and evaluate your constraints before automating anything. They also touched on some other important lean tools. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for

GA 412 | Lean and Design with Andy Switky

Feb 24th, 2022 29m 15s

This week's guest is Andy Switky. Ron and Andy discussed lean thinking versus design thinking, and what the two worlds could learn from each other. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.In this episode you'll lear

GA 411 | Practicing Lean in High School with David Tuttle

Feb 17th, 2022 29m 9s

This week's guest is David Tuttle. David is the head of Precision Machining Technology at Platt Technical High School, and he explained how the program works and how it can be life-changing for students. An MP3 audio version of this episode is

GA 410 | Are You Winning or Losing? with Max Krug and Pavel Kuviarzin

Feb 10th, 2022 38m 13s

This week's guests are Max Krug and Pavel Kuviarzin. Part Two of a recent episode, Max and Pavel discuss everything from root cause analysis and problem-solving, to sustaining success. They also stressed the importance of visual management. An