Ep.1204 - Downtime Is Not the Goal

In this podcast we cover:

• How to look at the eight wastes.
• Why downtime with workers or workers being idle is not the focus that we should have.

In this episode, I explore why downtime is not the enemy in construction. Too often, leaders focus on keeping every worker busy instead of maintaining flow, which leads to waste, overproduction, and inefficiency. I share examples from manufacturing and construction that prove pauses, buffers, and even idle moments often create more long-term value. This episode challenges the myth that busyness equals productivity and offers a new way to look at success on your projects.

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