
Gemba Academy Podcast: Lean Six Sigma | Toyota Kata | Productivity | Leadership
GA 543 | Using Improv in Kaizen Events with Adam Lawrence
Aug 29, 2024
31:41
This week's guest is Adam Lawrence. Ron and Adam discussed the Wheel of Sustainability, how it plays into a kaizen event, and how improv can also be a powerful tool in a rapid improvement context. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.
In this episode you'll learn:
His favorite quote (3:45)
His background (5:35)
The Wheel of Sustainability (6:11)
The intention behind the placement (11:39)
Whether some are more important than others (12:36)
How the Wheel of Sustainability plays into a rapid improvement event (15:20)
Using improv during these events (17:10)
The future of the lean and continuous improvement movement (27:37)
Some upcoming conferences Adam will be speaking at (29:46)
Podcast Resources
Right Click to Download this Podcast as an MP3
Wheel of Sustainability PDF
The Wheel of Sustainability on Amazon
Adam's Past Gemba Academy Episodes
Adam on LinkedIn
Adam's Website
Get All the Latest News from Gemba Academy
Our newsletter is a great way to receive updates on new courses, blog posts, and more. Sign up here.
What Do You Think?
What is your initial reaction to the idea of improv being used in a kaizen event?
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.