Lean by Doing

Joel from our customer service team talks about his trip to the Siouxland Lean Consortium 2026 and what he learned from several lean tours in Iowa.

Edwin Proper visits all the way from Australia to see our operation, give feedback and help us problem-solve. He shares the good and the areas he sees for improvement after being with us for two weeks.

Joe sits down to talk about his incredible change from before Lean to now and encourages anyone out there to do the same! Chapters00:00 Introduction and Fresh Perspectives04:03 Joe's Transformation Journey07:21 The Shift in Leadership Dynamics10:10 Empathy vs. Compassion in Leadership13:04 The Importance of Mentorship16:19 Unlocking Potential in Employees19:15 Leadership Styles and Personal Gr...

The great people from Die Co. stopped by for a lean tour, and Brady Neuhart sat down to talk about their new lean implementation in an employee-owned company. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Lean Transformation and Employee Ownership03:13 The Journey of Lean Implementation at Dyco06:09 Financial Literacy and Employee Engagement09:33 Overcoming Resistance to Change12:20 Building a Culture of Ownershi...

In this conversation, Brian and Joey discuss their evolution as leaders and their different styles. They explore the challenges of setting a clear vision, balancing strategy with execution, and the need for continuous improvement in leadership approaches. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of fostering a supportive environment that encourages employee engagement and growth while maintaining...

This week on the Lean by Doing Podcast, Brian talks with Chris Hamilton about how our Lean implementation has changed his work, confidence, and daily life. Get a FREE Lean Resource Kit with tools for your Lean implementation!https://www.leanbydoing.com/resource-kit-sign-up

Andy Olrich visited all the way from Australia, got a tour of our new facility, and shared some of his insight on shop floor metrics and goal measurement.

Tom is back, this time to tour our new facility just a week after we moved in.

In this conversation, Willie Peters from Lamar Trailers shares insights into the company's journey, emphasizing their faith-based values and the importance of operational excellence through Lean principles. He talks about the challenges faced in implementing Lean in a large company (200+ employees).00:00 Introduction to Lamar Trailers02:32 Faith-Based Business Values05:33 The Lean Journey Begi...

Brian talks about recent life updates, time off, and keeping the rope tight with Lean. Keep the rope tight on your processes, not too tight on people. Get a FREE Lean Resource Kit with tools for your Lean implementation!https://www.leanbydoing.com/resource-kit-sign-up

In this episode of Lean by Doing, I dive into the complexities and challenges of implementing ERP systems in lean manufacturing environments. While ERP systems are often seen as solutions to a wide range of business problems, I’ve found that they can actually introduce significant inefficiencies and hidden costs. Drawing from my own experiences, I talk about the importance of data integrity, the p...

This week, we hosted our first AME 2 Second Lean Tour. One of the best questions was "Brian, what does a typical day look like for you?". I didn't get a chance to answer it then, so this week I talk about what my day looks like as a lean leader and the changes I made to get to this point. I hope this helps you in your lean journey! 00:00 Introduction to Lean Transformation04:09 The S...

In this episode, I talk about my personal experience implementing lean at Fat American Manufacturing. Here are 3 traps to watch out for and 3 tips to help you in your lean implementation. I hope this helps you and your business. If you have any tips, wisdom, experiences...leave them in the comments, they can help us all learn! Get a FREE Lean Resource Kit with tools for your Lean implementation!ht...

In this episode, Brian discusses his personal struggles with Lean implementation, focusing on five key areas: distractions from a new building project, missing KPIs, staff development challenges, the gap between expectations and reality, and the busy culture affecting leadership transitions. He emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement and the frustrations that come with managing a team...

Brian shares his incredible lean adventure across Ireland, where he and his colleague explored various businesses implementing lean practices. They visited seven companies, each showcasing unique approaches to lean, from office organization to manufacturing processes. The journey highlighted the importance of developing people, embracing lean culture, and the community's eagerness to learn and imp...

This week, Brian and Chris discuss the journey of Command Electronics in implementing lean manufacturing practices. They explore the challenges faced during the transition, the importance of building a lean culture, and the impact of COVID-19 on their operations. Chris shares insights on improving lead times, quality control, and fostering team engagement through morning meetings and continuous im...

Brian discusses the challenges and innovations in implementing Lean practices within a business, particularly focusing on the hiring process. He sits down with new employee, Wyatt, to discuss the importance of trial days, standard work, and continuous improvement in creating a culture that aligns with Lean principles. They highlight the need for adaptability in hiring and onboarding processes to e...

Brian talks with Alex, the engineering manager, about the journey of the engineering team transitioning from traditional practices to Lean methodologies. It highlights the challenges faced in a conventional engineering environment, the implementation of Lean tools, and the cultural shifts within the team. The discussion also delves into product development, continuous improvement, and aligning the...

In this episode of the Lean By Doing podcast, Brian and his guest Brian Schreuder discuss the journey of lean transformation within their organization. They explore the challenges of implementing lean practices, the importance of leadership in fostering employee engagement, and the impact of kaizen events on workflow efficiency. The conversation delves into the nuances of navigating change, resist...

This week, author & lean expert Chad Bareither stopped by with some hard-to-hear feedback! Brian and Chad discuss the challenges and strategies of implementing Lean practices in a business environment, with a strong emphasis on safety, leadership, and the importance of developing a culture of continuous improvement. They explore the current state of Lean implementation, the necessity of safety...

A step-by-step guide to building a team of 'Lean All-Stars'. Leaders to implement lean in your business. This process will turbocharge your lean implementation and spread it through your organization organically! Get a FREE Lean Resource Kit with tools for your Lean implementation!https://www.leanbydoing.com/resource-kit-sign-upChapters00:00 Turbocharging Lean Implementation00:58 Building...

In this episode of the Lean By Doing podcast, host Brian engages with lean expert and implementation consultant Patrick Adams to explore the principles of lean transformation, the importance of leadership engagement, and the necessity of continuous improvement in organizations. They discuss the ideal customer for lean practices, the role of education in implementing lean strategies, and the signif...

Here is the story of my trip with Mazak to Japan and Europe, which introduced me to Lean Manufacturing and has completely changed my business, life, and work culture. Learn more about Lean Manufacturing:https://www.leanbydoing.com/https://paulakers.net/books/2-second-leanhttps://improvementstartswithi.com/Chapters00:00 Brian's Origin Story and Introduction to Lean00:00 Transformation Through L...

In this conversation, Brian and Will discuss the implementation of Lean practices in business operations, focusing on leadership, team engagement, and the challenges faced in food safety. They share insights on creating a strong workplace culture, the importance of feedback, and the role of mentorship in leadership development. The discussion highlights the transformation of leadership styles and...

Brian discusses the significance of value streams in manufacturing and how to effectively build and manage them. He emphasizes the importance of creating teams that operate like small businesses, focusing on specific product groupings to enhance workflow and productivity. Brian shares practical steps for implementing value stream mapping, daily operations, and the positive outcomes of these practi...