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The Importance of a Strong Start in Lean Operations

β€œWho is late will be punished by life.” – Werner Herzog When it comes to being Lean, we can have no better habit than starting on time and well. When the workday starts, every person must be in place with machinery ready to run and material prepared for processing. If any of the three aren’t […]

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The Power of Process: A Leadership Lesson from Nick Saban

I remember back in 2012, we were only a few weeks into the college football season, and the University of Alabama Crimson Tide had fans shaking their heads in awe. While they were the defending National Champions at the time, many pundits thought they would be good but not great that year. The Tide had […]

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Lean and Safety: A Better Pace for a Safer Place

A team member recently wrote to me about a previous safety note, sharing thoughts on our May safety results and their connection to more than just our attention to new team members entering the plant. β€œI truly believe that Lean is having a major impact on safety. Through the last several months of Lean, I’ve […]

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Breaking Free from Mediocrity: The Path to Extraordinary

I pay attention to trends. When a word or idea pops up a couple of times, I take notice. Recently, a team member sent me this quote: β€œAs a manager, you play a critical part in either perpetuating mediocrity or helping your team break free in pursuit of extraordinary.” – Art Petty, executive coach Mediocrity […]

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