Introduction

This week’s guest is Jamie Flinchbaugh. Jamie updated us on what he’s learned since publishing his latest book, how he recommends writing a good problem statement, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

• The quote Jamie likes (4:54)
• His background (7:45)
• Which of his books he would recommend and to who (10:40)
• What he’s learned since writing People Solve Problems (12:09)
• Writing a good problem statement (14:51)
• The most common failure mode (18:40)
• Ideation versus brainstorming (21:33)
• Coaches creating and shaping experiences (25:58)
• Whether or not Jamie would do things differently (28:53)

Podcast Resources

• Right Click to Download this Podcast as an MP3
• The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Lean
• People Solve Problems
• Jamie on LinkedIn
• GA 016 | Developing Lean Leaders with Jamie Flinchbaugh
• GA 045 | Respect for People with Past Guests
• GA 083 | Getting the Board on Board with Lean with Jamie Flinchbaugh
• GA 314 | The 4Cs of Trust with Jamie Flinchbaugh
• GA 389 | People Solve Problems with Jamie Flinchbaugh

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