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5S your mind: Thinking beyond the tools – Planet Lean
This article by Tshepo Thobejane explores the application of 5S principles beyond physical organization to address how mental clutter, assumptions,...
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How Sammy Obara used PDCA to reduce mosquito complaints in Thailand – Toyota by Toyota Book
The book, Toyota by Toyota, offers an in-depth examination of the Toyota Production System (TPS) and Lean methodologies. Authored by former Toyota employees, many...
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Navigating Panic Attacks and Burnout with Eric Recker – Gemba Academy Podcast
Host Ron Pereira interviews Eric Recker, a dentist and coach from Pella, Iowa, who shares his personal journey with burnout. Eric...
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Personal Transformation with Patrick Adams on Gemba Academy Podcast
Patrick Adams is a lean expert and founder of Lean Solutions. He discusses with Ron Pereira of Gemba Academy about...
Book review for “Being Lean” by Michelle Leong
Michelle Leong published the book, "Being Lean" in 2021 to show you how you can apply the lean approach to...
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Green Belt Project Increases Daily Exercise Activity by over 60%
Russ Thorne shares an inspiring story about how he turned up his fitness level while earning his Lean Six Sigma...
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Personal Hoshin Planning with Bob Wallner – JIT Cafe
Bob Wallner is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with GKN Aerospace. He shares his system for personal improvement, and...
Applying Continuous Improvement to Our Personal Life – Lean Solutions Podcast
In this episode, Patrick Adams and Andy Olrich discuss coaching and personal growth with Sam Morgan, and how he applies...
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Gregory MacDougall Used Kata to Lose Weight and Transform Lifestyle
Gregory was overweight for many years, but decided to take control of his health. Using the Toyota Kata method of...
Using Toyota Kata to Improve Workout Goals
Over the past 10 years, I had been hearing more and more about the improvement approach called Toyota Kata. Think...