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GA 521 | Celebrating Quick Wins with Alen Ganic
March 28, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 46.6 MBThis week's guest is Alen Ganic. Ron and Alen discussed Alen's work with the City of Grand Rapids, process improvement from the customer perspective, and the importance of celebrating quick wins. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Alen's favorite quotes (2:02) His background (5:21) How the mayor discovered lean (9:12) An anecdote about the water department (10:47) What you can do to introduce and sustain a lean initia...
GA 520 | Applying Scientific Thinking in Untraditional Contexts with Michael Lombard
March 21, 2024 10:00 - 43 minutes - 61.4 MBThis week's guest is Michael Lombard. Ron and Michael discussed deliberate versus random practice, homeschooling, youth soccer, and what it's like using scientific thinking in those environments. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires Michael (3:58) His background (5:42) Going from practitioner to CEO (9:11) His family's experience with homeschooling (11:11) Using the scientific framework with home...
GA 519 | Lessons from Abdul with Robb Holman
March 14, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 60.3 MBThis week's guest is Robb Holman. Ron and Robb discussed Robb's new book, "Lessons from Abdul," navigating crises, filtering out the "noise" in our lives, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires Robb (3:30) About his new book, Lessons from Abdul (4:47) Who Abdul is (8:29) Robb's basketball career (14:01) What Robb learned from Abdul (14:53) Receiving well with so much "noise" (19:06) P...
518 | Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement with Jim Huntzinger
March 07, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 46 MBThis week's guest is Jim Huntzinger. Ron and Jim discussed what it means to build a culture of continuous improvement, what the future of continuous improvement looks like, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Jim likes (2:38) His background (3:13) About KataCon 2024 and other upcoming events (6:53) What a continuous improvement culture looks like (8:53) The commonality of having a hypothesis (11:53)...
GA 518 | Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement with Jim Huntzinger
March 07, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 46 MBThis week's guest is Jim Huntzinger. Ron and Jim discussed what it means to build a culture of continuous improvement, what the future of continuous improvement looks like, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Jim likes (2:38) His background (3:13) About KataCon 2024 and other upcoming events (6:53) What a continuous improvement culture looks like (8:53) The commonality of having a hypothesis (11:53)...
GA 517 | Becoming a Master Black Belt with Carlos Pereyra
February 29, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 53.5 MBThis week's guest is Carlos Pereyra. Ron and Carlos discussed Carlos's recent graduation from our Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt program, what it means to create psychological safety, measuring success, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Carlos likes (3:31) His background (4:16) Failing faster (7:20) How we can encourage a culture of experimentation (11:21) Some personal examples (12:31) Gettin...
GA 516 | The True Meaning of Clarity with Jim Vaselopulos
February 22, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes - 40.2 MBThis week's guest is Jim Vaselopulos. Ron and Jim discussed business distractions, AI, and the lean parallels in Jim's book on clarity. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires Jim (2:41) His background (3:45) Why he wrote a book (5:10) What "clarity" means to Jim (8:03) What he means by "business distractions" (13:39) The lean parallels in this book (18:14) Ron's fear regarding AI (21:52) What...
GA 515 | Software, AI, and Continuous Improvement with Nikhil Joshi
February 15, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 39.6 MBThis week's guest is Nikhil Joshi. Ron and Nikhil discussed the role of software in continuous improvement, what the future of AI looks like, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Nikhil likes (2:45) His background (3:35) How software plays a role in the continuous improvement world (5:44) The future regarding AI (9:29) Whether we'll still talk to each other (16:50) Practical tips for using technolo...
GA 514 | Turning the Tables on Ron with Clint West
February 08, 2024 10:00 - 43 minutes - 61.4 MBThis week's guest is Clint West. Clint "turned the tables" this week by interviewing our host, Ron Pereira instead. Together they covered everything from lean in the office, to DMAIC, resistance, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Clint likes (6:35) His background (7:26) The "calmness" at certain facilities (15:38) Dealing with resistance (21:05) A story about Clint's family (25:08) What Ron has ...
GA 513 | Lean and Live Coaching with Sam Morgan
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 43.9 MBThis week's guest is Sam Morgan. Ron and Sam discussed Sam's journey with live coaching, including who he typically works with and what these sessions look like. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Sam loves (3:04) His background (4:31) How he started doing live coaching (5:34) Who his clients are (9:50) What one of these sessions looks like (10:33) What Ron is working on at Gemba Academy (15:10) An exper...
GA 512 | Unturning Steel with Bill Leahy
January 25, 2024 10:00 - 38 minutes - 54.4 MBThis week's guest is Bill Leahy. Ron and Bill discussed Bill's critically important initiative to support veterans as they transition back into civilian life, and his documentary "Unturning Steel." An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires Bill (3:04) His background (3:45) Unturning Steel's mission (8:28) About Renaissance Reliability (12:50) What the film is about (15:06) About SkillBridge (21:30) ...
GA 511 | Winning the Now with Eric Recker
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes - 51.2 MBThis week's guest is Eric Recker. Ron and Eric discussed bullying, avoiding burnout, and what it means to "Win the Now." An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires Eric (2:05) His background (5:01) What he's up to these days (7:49) The levels of bullying (11:04) Eric's "Win the Now" initiative (12:31) His morning routine (18:48) How he felt at the top of Mount Princeton (20:19) Balancing achievem...
GA 510 | The Role of Questioning and Curiosity in Leadership with Scott McDuffee
January 11, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 46.2 MBThis week's guest is Scott McDuffee. Ron and Scott discussed the role of curiosity in leadership, dealing with "CAVE" people, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Scott's favorite quote (3:12) His background (3:59) The challenges he's faced (6:01) The role of curiosity in leadership (11:08) A technique Scott used (13:29) Opening up with general questions (16:30) Scenarios that involve the power of question...
GA 509 | Courage, Humility, and Discipline with Marc Braun
January 04, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 44.9 MBThis week's guest is Marc Braun. Ron and Marc discussed all things coaching, including some truly powerful anecdotes. They also explored the concept of "coachability." An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Marc's favorite quote (3:07) His background (5:13) What he's up to these days (9:57) Powerful coaching memories (14:47) Marc's thoughts on "coachability" (18:16) His nightly routine (21:05) General leadership advic...
GA 508 | Adopting a Strategy Execution Framework with Karen Friedenberg
December 28, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 44.9 MBThis week's guest is Karen Friedenberg. Ron and Karen discussed strategic planning, specifically Karen's strategy execution framework. They also talked about measuring initiatives. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quotes that inspire Karen (2:15) Her background (3:11) Her strategy execution framework (4:57) Strategy articulation (6:08) Translating it into operations (12:56) Why ownership is key (14:21) Makin...
GA 507 | Navigating Leadership Development Behaviors with Rick Foreman
December 21, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 65.8 MBThis week's guest is Rick Foreman. Ron and Rick discussed dealing with resistance as well as choosing between different leadership behaviors and approaches. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Rick likes (3:39) His background (6:59) Dealing with resistance (11:28) Collaboration and cooperation (15:29) Kindness and niceness (21:13) Leadership and management (30:57) Ownership and accountability (35:28) An...
GA 506 | Roles and Relationships in Kaizen Events with Adam Lawrence
December 14, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 44.7 MBThis week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Ron and Adam discussed kaizen events, specifically the different roles involved and how they function together. They also talked about dealing with "CAVE" People. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Adam likes (3:09) His background (4:14) What Adam means by a kaizen event (5:10) The skills and principles that need to be in place (6:06) The roles and relationships involved (...
GA 505 | Values vs. Principles with Steve Kane
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 50.1 MBThis week's guest is our own Steve Kane. Ron and Steve discussed Toyota Kata, coaching (specifically Steve's coaching style), running certification programs, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Steve's favorite quote (3:05) His early thoughts on Toyota Kata and scientific thinking (4:28) Steve's background (9:41) How he overcomes any objections to certification programs (10:35) How things are going (12:44)...
GA 504 | Gemba Academy’s 2023 with Ron Pereira
November 30, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 35.4 MBThis week's guest is Ron Pereira. Ron explained what we've been up to as a company this year, including our Live Instructor training, and some of the new courses we've released. We also shared some of the audio from these exciting new videos. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: About our Live Instructor offerings (0:41) An overview of Change Management (4:27) An overview of Facilitation (10:47) An overview of Qualify Fun...
GA 503 | Balancing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation with Brent Weichers
November 23, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 58.8 MBThis week's guest is Brent Weichers. Ron and Brent discussed the different kinds of motivation, presenting data to a non-technical audience, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Brent's favorite quote (3:10) Presenting data to a non-technical audience (6:37) What he's been learning at workshops (10:06) Balancing extrinsic and intrinsic motivation (13:29) Stories from working with trainers (19:58) How his app...
GA 502 | The Importance of Productivity with John Abplanalp
November 16, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45.9 MBThis week's guest is John Abplanalp. Ron and John discussed all things productivity, including OEE, engaging employees, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: John's favorite quote (4:11) His background (5:37) How they approach OEE (13:51) Reducing the national debt through exporting (20:43) Engaging employees (23:31) Finding the obstacles and bottlenecks (25:55) John's take on AI (28:06) Practical tips fo...
GA 501 | Reducing Chaos with Brandon Brown
November 09, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 61.7 MBThis week's guest is Brandon Brown. Ron and Brandon discussed TWI, and why reducing both personal and professional chaos is so important. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Brandon likes (3:18) His background (4:16) Brandon's thoughts on chaos (6:08) A story about "Bob" the supervisor (8:33) Reducing personal chaos (10:53) The role of personality (15:39) The most difficult part of the work (18:46) What...
GA 500 | Celebrating 500 Episodes
November 02, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 79.3 MBThis week we're celebrating our 500th episode by sharing some of our team's favorite moments from over the years. Whether you're new to the podcast or you've been here since the beginning, thank you for listening. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The impact of running into a former student with David Tuttle (2:56) Billy Taylor on the importance of diversity (5:42) A story of survival with Matt May (10:26) Richard Sher...
GA 499 | OT Cybersecurity in Manufacturing with Jeff Reinke
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 53.1 MBThis week's guest is Jeff Reinke. Ron and Jeff discussed OT Cybersecurity, its role in manufacturing, dealing with hackers and ransomware, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Jeff likes (3:42) His background (4:27) What OT Cybersecurity is (7:01) What's driving the emphasis (7:47) Dealing with ransomware (9:25) The human elements involved (10:39) About whaling/spearfishing (14:19) Strategies a...
GA 498 | The Power of Improving Less with Chad Bareither
October 19, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 53.5 MBThis week's guest is Chad Bareither. Ron and Chad discussed Chad's book, "Improve LESS," Toyota Kata, why continuous improvement is not just "extra work," and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Chad likes (2:08) His background (2:59) About entropy and why progress comes undone (4:59) The root cause (7:11) An example of a client who found success by "improving less" (9:29) The Effort vs. Impact matrix...
GA 497 | Navigating Generational Diversity with James Newell
October 12, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 65.6 MBThis week's guest is James Newell. Ron and James discussed generational diversity and how it affects workplace dynamics. James explained how we can navigate these differences, ensure that the knowledge transfer happens, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: James' background (3:01) The quote James likes (5:13) Navigating differences in how people are wired (6:36) Dealing with generational diversity (10:23) Wher...
GA 496 | How to Handle Employee Suggestions with Kyle Brady
October 05, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 48.4 MBThis week's guest is Kyle Brady. Ron and Kyle discussed suggestion boxes, how to handle suggestions that aren't accepted, and how to get started with your own suggestion program. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Kyle's quote (4:01) His background (5:13) About Kyle's continuous improvement program (6:27) How employees submit ideas (10:46) Communication and feedback (13:42) Their future state (15:49) Examples (18:...
GA 495 | Finding and Retaining the Right Talent with Kerry L. Bass
September 28, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 50.2 MBThis week's guest is Kerry L. Bass. Ron and Kerry discussed company culture, employee engagement, finding and retaining the right talent, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Kerry likes (2:13) His background (2:42) About employee engagement (4:07) About the employee-employer relationship (5:50) An example (8:01) Introverts vs. extroverts (11:23) The role of company culture (13:23) Building a b...
GA 494 | TWI and the Training Timetable with Brandon Brown
September 21, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 66.5 MBThis week's guest is Brandon Brown. Ron and Brandon discussed TWI, training timetables, and what it means to live a life you're proud of. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Brandon likes (3:37) His background (4:38) What TWI is (7:17) All about the training timetable (9:51) The resulting decrease in turnover, and increase in supervisor stability (19:48) What the "dash" on our tombstones represents (25:23) ...
GA 493 | Dealing with Fear with John Knotts
September 14, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 87.1 MBThis week's guest is John Knotts. Ron and John explored the multifaceted concept of fear. John also explained why fear exists, and how scientific thinking and continuous improvement can help us all deal with it. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote John likes (3:28) John's background (4:47) An example of "professional fear" (8:49) Why John chose to study fear (10:40) An example of why fear exists (14:53) The...
GA 492 | Better Metrics for Better Management with Mark Graban
September 07, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 76.9 MBThis week's guest is Mark Graban. Ron and Mark discussed process behavior charts, the importance of good metrics, the Red Bead Experiment, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The (often misquoted) quote Mark likes (2:22) Mark's background (8:02) What a process behavior chart is (15:40) Where "Better Metrics for Better Management" comes from (10:25) Mark's thoughts on what kind of metrics are preferable (23:56...
GA 491 | What Leads to High Morale with Kerrie Jordan
August 31, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 68.9 MBThis week's guest is Kerrie Jordan. Ron and Kerrie discussed upskilling, what it means to have a "flexible work schedule," improving morale, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote they like (2:58) Her background (4:54) An example (7:25) What the Voice of Manufacturing Worker Report is about (9:11) How we can improve morale (11:30) What "flexible work schedule" means in manufacturing (15:18) What th...
GA 490 | What’s Broken About Work with David Henkin and Thomas Bertels
August 24, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 66.6 MBThis week's guests are David Henkin and Thomas Bertels. David and Thomas talked about co-authoring their new book, "Fixing Work," how attitudes around work and the workplace have changed, the role of mastery, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote they like (2:58) Their backgrounds (4:01) How it works when two people write a book (6:35) What's "broken" about work (9:50) How the perception of work ha...
GA 489 | Understanding the Way We Think with Gerald J. Leonard
August 17, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 60 MBThis week's guest is Gerald J. Leonard. Ron and Gerald covered a lot of interesting topics including Gerald's personal health journey, brain science, being a musician, and the power of affirmations. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Gerald's favorite quote (3:17) His background (4:06) How his bass playing helped his recovery (8:45) His relationship with lean (11:53) The brain science behind thinking subconsciously (1...
GA 488 | Learning to Manage People with Summer Davies
August 10, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 63.3 MBThis week's guest is Summer Davies. Ron and Summer discussed the importance of trust, working remotely, addressing micromanaging, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: Summer's favorite quote (2:24) Her background (3:16) What to do when someone is hard to work with (5:03) Why you have to start with trust (9:23) A personal anecdote about the space shuttle (10:53) Her connection between middle and frontline man...
GA 487 | Picture Yourself a Leader with Elisabeth Swan
August 03, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 77.9 MBThis week's guest is Elisabeth Swan. Ron and Elisabeth discussed her book, "Picture Yourself a Leader," the actions we take as leaders, building habits, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires Elisabeth (2:24) Her background (4:45) About the drawings in her book (8:10) Why she wrote it (10:15) What it means to consider your actions (16:19) Speaking thoughtfully (21:42) Her final though...
GA 486 | Creating a Well-Loved Workplace with Lou Carter
July 27, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 73.7 MBThis week's guest is Lou Carter. Ron and Lou discussed positive work relationships, how blame can become toxic, and overall how to create a well-loved workplace. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Lou likes (4:12) His background (11:05) What makes for a horrible work relationship (16:25) Blaming yourself (19:47) An example of when Ron took accountability (24:10) How to create a well-loved workplace (26:47)...
GA 485 | Lean, Change, and Reflexivity with Bruno Pesec
July 20, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 62 MBThis week's guest is Bruno Pesec. Ron and Bruno discussed journaling, practical tips for reflection, and the relationship between lean, change, and reflexivity. You won't want to skip this one! An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that Masaaki Imai shared with Bruno (2:57) His background (3:52) The relationship between lean, change, and reflexivity (5:03) How Bruno approaches journaling (14:12) The four territ...
GA 484 | The Importance of Communication with Boris Kajos
July 13, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 53.4 MBThis week's guest is Boris Kajos. Ron and Boris discussed working as a team, staying on task, the role of communication, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Boris likes (3:30) His background (4:35) YIT's lean journey (9:14) Whether there was pushback or fear (12:33) What Last Planner System means (15:32) Whether the end customer is involved (22:26) Podcast Resources Right Click to Download thi...
GA 483 | Human Leadership with Dr. Jennifer Nash
July 06, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 61.1 MBThis week's guest is Dr. Jennifer Nash. Ron and Jennifer discussed human leadership, her book "Be Human, Lead Human," working from home, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Jennifer likes (1:53) What she means by Human Leadership (4:27) Productivity during the Covid-19 pandemic (8:41) Why some jobs need to be in-person (10:31) What she suggests for those leaders (11:34) Jennifer's background (16:1...
GA 482 | The True Value of OpEx Assessments with Brent Weichers
June 29, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 72.3 MBThis week's guest is Brent Weichers. Ron and Brent discussed OpEx assessments and how Brent and his team deliver genuine value and insight through them. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires Brent (2:54) Brent's background (4:06) What an OpEx assessment is (5:46) The systems they use (6:57) Working through resistance and negativity (15:41) Why companies struggle after winning awards (20:30) Wh...
GA 481 | Motivation and Respect for People with George Saiz
June 22, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 59.9 MBThis week's guest is George Saiz. Ron and George discussed the true meaning behind Respect for People, and how to effectively motivate different people in different ways. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote that inspires George (3:20) About George (4:55) About his book, We Started with Respect (7:43) What "Respect for People" really means (12:40) How George motivates different people (17:39) What George lea...
GA 480 | Learning From Our Mistakes with Mark Graban
June 15, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 83.9 MBThis week's guest is Mark Graban. Ron and Mark discussed making mistakes and the importance of psychological safety. Mark also shared a little about his podcast, "My Favorite Mistake," and his new book, "The Mistakes That Make Us." An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Mark likes (2:45) About Mark (5:59) The "My Favorite Mistake" podcast (10:57) How we react to our own mistakes (16:48) The benefits versus risks...
GA 479 | Continuous Improvement and RPA with Jacob Bonde Larsen
June 08, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 50.7 MBThis week's guest is Jacob Bonde Larsen. Ron and Jacob discussed RPA (Robotic Process Automation), the three components of RPA, how it relates to lean, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Jacob likes (3:03) His background (4:53) What RPA stands for (6:45) An example (8:11) Whether or not this affects jobs (10:05) Lean vs RPA (11:26) The three key components of RPA (13:43) RPA and ChatGPT (15:3...
GA 478 | Discovering Your Purpose with John Knotts
June 01, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 74.3 MBThis week's guest is Gemba Academy's own John Knotts. Ron and John discussed John's books, stepping into your fear zone, knowing your purpose, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote John likes (3:24) His background (4:09) Navigating fear in a professional context (10:17) Some of the countermeasures (15:39) Dealing with a need for control and certainty (18:42) What we can learn from the Flywheel conce...
GA 477 | Building a Diverse Continuous Improvement Community with Sam Morgan and Andres Alamillo
May 25, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 82.2 MBThis week's guests are Sam Morgan and Andres Alamillo. Ron, Sam, and Andres discussed the importance of diversity in continuous improvement, using the kata framework as a lens. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Sam likes (3:12) The quote Andres likes (4:43) Sam's background (6:25) Andres' background (8:51) Why it's important to build community (9:50) How Sam and Andres see the current condition (19:24) ...
GA 476 | Why Lean Accounting Matters with Nick Katko
May 18, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 61 MBThis week's guest is Nick Katko. Ron and Nick discussed the importance of leveraging Lean Accounting, Nick's book "The Lean CFO," and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Nick likes (2:55) His background (3:51) Why lean accounting matters (6:37) The ramifications of a cost accounting system (8:07) Why he wrote the second edition (11:36) Why The Box Score matters (13:21) Financial performance vs. resu...
GA 475 | Helping Humans Be Heroes with Christopher Hodges
May 11, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 63.5 MBThis week's guest is Chris Hodges. Ron and Chris discussed Noble Automation, the role of AI in automation, the concept of monomyths, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Chris likes (3:01) His background (3:48) An example of noble automation (11:11) The role of AI plays in automation (14:29) A story about his own family (18:01) Helping humans be heroes (25:25) The concept of monomyths (26:55) Po...
GA 474 | Integrating Coaching and Lean with Sarah Tilkens
May 04, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 62.5 MBThis week's guest is Sarah Tilkens. Ron and Sarah discussed her career at GE, the impact coaching has had on her, and how she integrates coaching and lean. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn: The quote Sarah has been thinking about (3:52) Her background (6:01) Identifying individual strengths (7:53) The impact coaching has had on her (12:12) Advice from Sahil Bloom (14:35) Integrating coaching and lean (16:46) W...
GA 473 | Setting and Achieving Strategic Goals with Calvin Williams
April 27, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MBThis 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: Calvin's background (3:01) The quote Calvin likes (3:55) About his book (5:06) What FIT stands for (8:04) The problem they're trying to address (11:55) His advice for setting a strategic goal (16:0...