The Toyota Way with Dr. Jeff Liker – Throwback

The Toyota Way with Dr. Jeff Liker – Throwback

This is a “Throwback” to one year ago when I interviewed Dr. Jeff Liker about The Toyota Way 2nd Edition.  This episode is in the top 5 of most listened to episodes since we launched this podcast. What You’ll Learn This Episode: We discuss his newly...
Lean Leadership and Lean Culture with Rick Foreman

Lean Leadership and Lean Culture with Rick Foreman

In this episode, Rick Foreman and I discuss Rick’s Lean Leadership journey to include his learnings as the V.P. of Lean Development for Federal Heath. Rick truly exemplifies the qualities of a servant leader and has been successful in his many roles throughout...
Standardized Work for Leaders – Is That a Thing?

Standardized Work for Leaders – Is That a Thing?

 In this episode, Deb Coviello and I discuss Leader Standard Work and how best leverage this tool as an Executive Leader: even the creative & innovative process needs Leader Standard work; not to thwart the creative process but to ensure you have enough time for...
Chartering for Success with Adam Lawrence

Chartering for Success with Adam Lawrence

 In this episode, Adam Lawrence and I discuss the power of proper chartering prior to launching into a project or kaizen event of any sort. This is Adam’s second time on The Lean Solutions Podcast; the first time was back in episode 50 where we talked about his...
Nummi and GM European Plants with John Rooney

Nummi and GM European Plants with John Rooney

In this episode, John Rooney and I discuss Nummi and its impact on European workers during his time as an executive at General Motors.   What You’ll Learn This Episode: What is Nummi? The impact of Nummi on the GM European plants True Lean vs. the appearance of...