TL;DR: GE Aerospace’s annual report treats safety not as a compliance topic or a communications slogan, but as a core leadership responsibility. By putting safety first–literally first–in SQDC and embedding it into systems, structure, and incentives, the company offers a…
Let’s commemorate today’s national holiday for Dr. King with a look back at my post from 2012: A Lean Lesson from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. And here is a quote that should remind folks of Kaizen and continuous improvement:…
TL;DR Larry Culp, CEO of GE Aerospace, shows that Lean leadership isn’t about tools or slogans–it’s about daily behaviors. By grounding Lean in safety, respect for people, and continuous improvement, Culp practices kaizen at every level, including his own role…
Caring cultures are not “soft” extras in Lean–they are foundational. Caroline Greenlee and Chris Butterworth explain how psychological safety, respect for people, and wellbeing enable sustainable continuous improvement. Scroll down for how to subscribe, transcript, and more My guests for…
TL;DR: Lean healthcare succeeds when it’s built on respect for people and continuous improvement–not tools alone. Sustainable results come from developing people, fixing systems, and creating cultures of trust where everyone can contribute to better care. Back in 2018, I…
Many Lean transformations stall not because of poor execution, but because respect for people is treated as an attitude rather than a system. In this conversation, Scott Gauvin explains how the Respect for People Roadmap turns respect into a deliberate…
When organizations struggle to sustain Lean transformation, people often look first at tools, training, or tactics. But more often than not, the real obstacle is cultural friction–a common challenge in Lean transformations when Respect for People isn’t reflected in daily…
TL;DR: Raku is Toyota’s approach to ergonomics–designing work so it’s easier, safer, and less frustrating for people. It’s a practical expression of respect for people and continuous improvement, showing how Lean performance gains often start by improving the work itself,…
tl;dr: In a riveting discussion, Ford CEO Jim Farley and Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi delve into Lean principles, cultural shifts, and operational challenges. From crisis management to employee respect, discover how these transportation industry leaders are transforming their companies. A…
TL;DR: Akio Toyoda describes the Toyota Production System as a people-centered leadership system focused on Jidoka, short lead times, and making work easier–where productivity is a result, not the goal. I was really happy to see this publication by Toyota,…
TL;DR: During the COVID-19 shutdown, most MLB teams cut minor leaguers to save money. A few teams didn’t — and that decision became a competitive advantage. This post shows how “respect for people,” a core Lean principle, can outperform short-term…
TL;DR: A hospital president explains how Lean healthcare leadership, Respect for People, and Just Culture help engage frontline staff, reduce blame, and improve patient care. This article made me smile the other day — especially the comments about Lean, front-line…
