Norman Bodek is once again back for episode #47 of the LeanBlog Podcast. Today, he shares insights from his 68th study trip to Japan. Norman reflects on decades of visiting Toyota and contrasts what he saw there with Canon’s groundbreaking approach to cellular manufacturing and skill development. Key themes from our conversation: Norman also shares memorable stories of Taiichi Ohno, Shigeo Shingo, and Toyota’s leadership culture, while raising a bold question: What will it take … Continue reading Norman Bodek on His 68th Trip to Japan, Canon vs. Toyota, and Rethinking “Work Smarter, Not Harder”