Shingo Principles Podcast

Join us for an engaging podcast as we explore the transformative power of cultivating a culture that learns from mistakes, ultimately driving continuous improvement and innovation, leading to greater success! Renowned author Mark Graban will draw upon examples from a diverse array of companies, including industry titans like Toyota and agile software startups such as KaiNexus.  During this session, participants will gain valuable insights into the experiences of CEOs and other leaders, regardless of company size, who have adeptly turned mistakes into opportunities for growth and advancement. While these leaders remain vigilant in error prevention, they recognize the profound value of embracing mistakes as pivotal learning moments, particularly within environments fostering psychological safety and robust problem-solving capabilities.  Through compelling narratives, attendees will discover lessons that both educate and inspire, recognizing that in the dynamic landscape of business, mistakes are inevitable — yet it is the process of learning from them that propels us forward!To learn more, please visit https://shingo.org/articles.

Exploring the future of work with technological advancements, changing employee demographics, and evolving customer needs. Symposium focuses on lean practices, collaboration, and global expansion to create engaging and inclusive workplaces. Closing with gratitude for participation and a discount code for future engagement.

Authors Chris Butterworth and Caroline Greenlee discuss the importance of psychological health in the workplace, emphasizing the need for organizations to prioritize mental well-being. They explore strategies for creating a culture that supports the psychological wellness of employees, promoting resilience and autonomy. The podcast provides practical insights for fostering a workplace where individuals feel seen, heard, and supported, ultimately leading to organizational success.

Explore the fundamental skills for a continuous improvement culture, including practical experience, coaching, and job instruction methodology. Learn about the importance of governance and alignment with organizational objectives for fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Katie Anderson, Shingo Publication Award recipient, discusses the transformative power of the Shingo Model in achieving lasting success. Topics include cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, insights from Toyota leader Isao Yoshino, case studies from Menlo Innovations and Barry-Wehmiller, and practical techniques for effective leadership and growth.

Emily Swaney, Senior Director at OhioHealth, discusses the shift towards a people-centric philosophy at the organization. The podcast highlights the importance of empowering individuals, implementing continuous improvement tools, and creating effective management systems to drive organizational progress and alignment.

Norbert Majerus and Sam Landers discuss Goodyear's innovative culture, the explicit goal of obsoleting products, promoting risk-taking, and fostering collaboration. They highlight how this culture led to a successful Lean transformation, avoiding bankruptcy. Key aspects include clear goals, crude prototypes, and patience in innovation attempts. Gain insights into engaging leaders in new ideas and the synergy between people skills for Lean and innovation.

In this episode of the Shingo Principles Podcast, we hear from Cheryl Jekiel, Shingo Faculty Fellow and CEO of the Lean Leadership Center, on the topic “The Big Mistake with HR.” Organizations committed to fostering a Shingo culture find that Human Relations (HR) is critical to achieving operational and organizational excellence. However, while HR touches most people-related systems, it is often on the sidelines of continuous improvement. In this podcast, we will discuss specific ways to involve HR in continuous improvement initiatives for greater success. We will also introduce the newly developed Shingo HR Action Learning Community.To learn more about this topic, please visit: https://shingo.org/the-big-mistake-with-hr/. 

One of the primary challenges for leaders is helping people develop trust and confidence in the organization. Trust is an element in business that few leaders understand and, therefore, are unable to permeate to their people. Developing trust is the basis for creating real change and for eradicating paradigms and stigmas that exist within organizations. The lack of trust decreases the potential of integrating people with processes and results.When team members feel trust and confidence in their organization, they show it in meetings with managers and leaders at different levels as they discuss what's happening in the value chain. Their behaviors on the job naturally demonstrate the trust they feel toward the organization.Listen to this podcast by Abel Gomez, Shingo Academy Member and Executive Director of Opex Academy, in both Spanish and English.To learn more about the topic, please visit: https://shingo.org/building-our-peoples-trust-in-an-organization/

One of the primary challenges for leaders is helping people develop trust and confidence in the organization. Trust is an element in business that few leaders understand and, therefore, are unable to permeate to their people. Developing trust is the basis for creating real change and for eradicating paradigms and stigmas that exist within organizations. The lack of trust decreases the potential of integrating people with processes and results.When team members feel trust and confidence in their organization, they show it in meetings with managers and leaders at different levels as they discuss what's happening in the value chain. Their behaviors on the job naturally demonstrate the trust they feel toward the organization.Listen to this podcast by Abel Gomez, Shingo Academy Member and Executive Director of Opex Academy, in both Spanish and English. To learn more about the topic, please visit: https://shingo.org/building-our-peoples-trust-in-an-organization/