The Lean Solutions Podcast, by Patrick Adams
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In this episode, host Patrick Adams discusses the importance of continuous improvement using the analogy of climbing Mount Everest, emphasizing preparation, teamwork, and simplicity.
About the Host:
Patrick Adams is an internationally
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In this episode, hosts Andy Olrich, Catherine McDonald, and guest Ryan Weiss discuss Ryan’s Optics System, which aligns people and processes for enhanced organizational performance. The system uses a five-step process: identifying the w
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In this episode, hosts Andy Olrich, Catherine McDonald, and guest Lesley Worthington discuss the importance of effective communication in Lean management and workplace communication. They highlight how clear, respectful communication ca
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In this episode, hosts Shayne Daughenbaugh, Catherine McDonald, and guest Shane Silsby discuss the difficulties of managing limited resources in local government, such as budget constraints and public input, compared to the private sect
In this throwback episode, Patrick Adams dives into the topic of failure. He shares one of his favorite books, It’s Your Ship: Management Techniques from the Best Damn Ship in the Navy by former Navy Commander Michael Abrashoff, which tells a powerful sto
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In this throwback episode, Patrick talks about the ingredients necessary to spark and maintain a fire of continuous improvement in your organization.
About the Patrick:
Patrick Adams is the author of the best selling and Shingo-award
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In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams, and David McRaney discuss the essential approach in guiding individuals through difficult topics without triggering defensive responses.
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David McRaney is a science journalist with
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In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams, Andy Olrich, and guests Brad Jeavons and Chris Butterworth discuss the complexities of leadership.
The traditional, one-size-fits-all approach to leading organizations is no longer sufficient in an
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In this episode, hosts Andy Olrich, Patrick Adams, and guest Hessam Vali discuss The evolution of lean implementation in recent years, which has revolutionized process optimization and decision-making.
About the Guest:
Hessam Vali is
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In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams, Catherine McDonald, and guest Dennis Sergent discuss the intersection of Lean practices and Deming’s principles, delving into the essential lessons Lean practitioners can glean from Deming’s insight
