
A Lean Journey
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Welcome to " A Lean Journey". This site is dedicated to sharing lessons and experiences along the lean Journey in the Quest for True North. It also serves as a source for learning and reflection critical in Lean Thinking
A Lean Journey
20h ago
Embarking on the journey of Lean is akin to setting sail into a vast ocean of continuous improvement and relentless pursuit of excellence. It’s a voyage that demands not only a steadfast commitment to the principles of Lean but also an unwavering dedication to fostering a culture of empowerment and respect within an organization. Lean leadership is not merely about streamlining processes and eliminating waste; it's about nurturing a mindset that embraces change, values employee contributions, and continuously seeks ways to enhance value for the customer.
Leadership commitment and support is c ..read more
A Lean Journey
4d ago
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on this journey because without learning we can not improve.
"What gets measured gets managed." — Peter Drucker
You’ve probably heard the saying, “What gets measured gets done.” It comes from the management guru Peter Drucker who actually said “What gets measured gets managed” the ..read more
A Lean Journey
6d ago
While Kaizen and continuous improvement approaches have proven to be highly effective in enhancing productivity and fostering a culture of innovation, some companies may struggle to adopt these practices due to several reasons. If your failing to create a kaizen culture here are some questions that you can ask to help diagnose the problem so that Kaizen will create the impact you are looking for.
1. Who are we asking to participate in kaizens?
Correct answer: “Everybody all the time!”
The more people you engage in Kaizen, the greater your impact will be. It’s simple, r ..read more
A Lean Journey
1w ago
Undoubtedly, leading people is the most complex and challenging facet of leadership. A leader’s mindset might be one of the greatest predictors of success and also one of the most elusive elements to pin down. Leadership happens in the nuanced shifts that occur first in the leader’s mind.
You’ve probably read about, or attended seminars or training sessions, regarding leadership models that make you a great leader. You may have even tried applying them in your organization. But rarely do we discuss mindsets that affect your leadership and plateau in their development.
Here are five m ..read more
A Lean Journey
1w ago
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on this journey because without learning we can not improve.
"What would happen if we studied what is right with people instead of focusing on what is wrong with them?" — Don Clifton
This powerful quote challenges the traditional paradigm of identifying and fixing human weaknesses ..read more
A Lean Journey
1w ago
A selection of highlighted blog posts from Lean bloggers from the month of January 2025. You can also view the previous monthly Lean Roundups here.
Starting the New Year with Global Leadership Resolutions: Building a Foundation of Psychological Safety – Mark Graban says if we aim to build a Lean culture, it must rest on a foundation of Psychological Safety where people generally feel safe speaking up about problems, sharing ideas, and experimenting without fear of retribution.
The Power of Visual Management – Transforming Workspaces and Mindsets – Alen ..read more
A Lean Journey
2w ago
Of course, no one writes these articles on these blogs for awards but occasionally you get recognition for your contributions. FeedSpot recently convened a panel to select the Top100 Leadership Blogs on the web. Chosen from the thousands of blogs on the web and ranked by relevancy, authority, social media followers & freshness.
I was ranked in the Top 25.
A great honor.
Here are some Noteworthy Recognitions:
Who are the best quality management experts to follow? December 21,2020 #3
19 Lean Blogs for Beginners and Practitioners Worth Reading March 8, 2019&nbs ..read more
A Lean Journey
2w ago
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on this journey because without learning we can not improve.
"I never lose. I either win or learn." — Nelson Mandela
The quote "I never lose. I either win or learn" is an empowering statement that frames the concept of failure in a new, more positive light. This phrase, often attri ..read more
A Lean Journey
2w ago
For my Facebook fans you already know about this great feature. But for those of you that are not connected to A Lean Journey on Facebook or Twitter I post daily a feature I call Lean Tips. It is meant to be advice, things I learned from experience, and some knowledge tidbits about Lean to help you along your journey. Another great reason to like A Lean Journey on Facebook.
Click this link for A Lean Journey's Facebook Page Notes Feed.
Here is the next addition of tips from the Facebook page:
Lean Tip #3676 – Ensure Your Goals Are Aligning with Reality
The end of each year i ..read more
A Lean Journey
3w ago
Today we celebrate and recognize the life and achievement of Martin Luther King Jr. MLK as they say was an American pastor, activist, humanitarian, and leader in the African-American Civil Rights Movement. He is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs.
In times of challenge and controversy, it is the leaders in our lives that we look to for guidance. It is the voices that motivate and inspire us that we turn to for help. And during the 1960s Civil Rights Movement, there was one particularly important man w ..read more