Gemba Academy Podcast: Lean Six Sigma | Toyota Kata | Productivity | Leadership

This 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 reg...

This 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.

This 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) W...

This 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 Ste...

This week's guest is Eric Recker. Ron and Eric discussed bullying, avoiding burnout, and what it means to "Win the Now."

This 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...

This 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."

This week's guest is Karen Friedenberg. Ron and Karen discussed strategic planning, specifically Karen's strategy execution framework. They also talked about measuring initiatives.

This week's guest is Rick Foreman. Ron and Rick discussed dealing with resistance as well as choosing between different leadership behaviors and approaches.

This 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 kaize...

This 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.

This 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 new videos.

This week's guest is Brent Weichers. Ron and Brent discussed the different kinds of motivation, presenting data to a non-technical audience, and more.

This week's guest is John Abplanalp. Ron and John discussed all things productivity, including OEE, engaging employees, and more.

This week's guest is Brandon Brown. Ron and Brandon discussed TWI, and why reducing both personal and professional chaos is so important.

This 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.

This 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 ra...

This 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 undon...

This 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.

This 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.

This 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 exam...

This 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.

This 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.

This week's guest is Mark Graban. Ron and Mark discussed process behavior charts, the importance of good metrics, the Red Bead Experiment, and more.

This 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...