The Lean Solutions Podcast

As the midpoint of the year, we've carefully selected a few of our standout episodes from Season Three. These episodes stood out for their ability to captivate and engage our audience, making them the highlights of the season thus far. As always, the continued success of this podcast is made possible by your unwavering support, and for that, we extend our heartfelt gratitude. We're thrilled to revisit and share these moments with our dedicated listeners! What You’ll Learn: In this episode hosts Shayne Daughenbaugh, Patrick Adams, and guest Charlie Protzman discuss lean leadership, a transformative approach to management that prioritizes efficiency, continuous improvement, and respect for individuals within an organization. About the Guest:  Charlie Protzman is an internationally renowned Lean implementer, trainer and Shingo Prize winning author with over 35 years’ experience in Materials and Operations Management. He has consulted with manufacturers, hospitals, government agencies and other service industries. He has currently published Leveraging Lean in Healthcare Series, One-Piece Flow vs. Batching, Card Based Control Systems for A Lean Work Design, and the Lean Practitioner's Field book as well as in the Journal of Production Economics.  Links: ⁠Click Here For Charlie Protzman's Book: Lean Leadership Basics ⁠Click Here For Charlie Protzman's LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Click Here For Charlie Protzman's Website⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Click Here For Shayne Daughenbaugh’s LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here For Patrick Adams LinkedIn⁠

Discover the transformative power of the 2-Second Lean philosophy, designed to eliminate inefficiencies and boost productivity. Hear about shifts in the oil and gas sector that highlight the importance of team empowerment. The role of shared learning experiences in fostering a continuous improvement culture is explored, alongside the necessity of committed leadership. Personal insights on enhancing shop floor leadership reveal how time investment can drive collaboration. Finally, learn how initiative and ownership create a positive work atmosphere, ensuring sustained organizational growth.

Explore how a vibrant lean culture values open communication, empowers employees, and prioritizes learning for effective tool usage. Learn from guest Ryan Tierney's experience in revolutionizing his family business with lean principles, emphasizing people development over procedures. Dive into overcoming resistance, driving cultural change, and the power of small improvements in achieving significant breakthroughs in business operations.

What You’ll Learn: In this episode hosts Catherine McDonald, Shayne Daughenbaugh, and guest Shane Wentz delve into the crucial first steps of implementing lean in an organization, emphasizing the vital role of training and the common pitfalls encountered.  About the Guest:   Dr. Shane Wentz has been nationally recognized for his leadership, continuous improvement, and innovation contributions, resulting in significant global organizational savings. His career began in the Army as an intelligence analyst, evolving into a role as a Human Capital Manager where he managed workforce development, planning, training, and operations. Notably, he was the top Human Capital Manager in the Army, inducted into the prestigious Audie Murphy Club, and became the first enlisted soldier to earn a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt. Post-Army, Dr. Wentz led teams at Siemens, Nike, and Radial, and is now the chief operating officer and lead consultant at A Change in Latitude Consulting. Married to Susie for 24 years, with a son, Tommy, and an exchange student, Alexa, he enjoys running, reading, professional collaboration, and traveling. Links: ⁠Click Here For Catherine McDonald’s LinkedIn⁠ Click Here For Shane Wentz’s LinkedInShane Wentz’s TikTok: @bald_professor

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Shayne Daughenbaugh, Catherine McDonald, and Jeff Shannon discuss common mistakes in meeting leadership.   This episode provides strategies to engage virtual participants, tips for effective 30-minute meetings, methods to tactfully redirect conversations, and techniques to end meetings positively. About the Guest:   Jeff Shannon, a master facilitator with over 20 years' experience, specializes in corporate strategy workshops and offsite retreats. He designs and leads engaging meetings that drive participation, spark innovation, and achieve desired outcomes. Trusted by leadership teams across various industries, Jeff annually leads 60 to 70 workshops for major corporations including Cargill, Deloitte, and Macy’s. He is also a keynote speaker and author of practical guides such as Lead Engaging Meetings and Hard Work Is Not Enough. Links: ⁠Click Here For Shayne Daughenbaugh’s LinkedIn ⁠Click Here For Catherine McDonald’s LinkedIn⁠ Click Here For Jeff Shannon’s LinkedIn Click Here For Jeff Shannon’s Weekly Newsletter Click Here For More Information On Jeff Shannon’s Podcast: Years Not Days

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Catherine McDonald, Shayne Daughenbaugh and guest David Skuodas explore the importance of being a good client in industry, highlighting how client behavior impacts project cost, schedule, and quality. This episode reveals the relevance of these themes in different project delivery systems and other areas of life. About the Guest:  Dave Skuodas is the Director of Design, Construction, and Maintenance at the Mile High Flood District, overseeing a team responsible for delivering over $100 million worth of infrastructure and maintenance annually across 1,600 square miles in the Denver metro area. With over a decade of experience at the District and nine years as an engineering consultant, Dave holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida and is a registered Professional Engineer, Certified Floodplain Manager, LEED Accredited Professional, and Toastmasters Competent Communicator. He authored "The Effective Client" and co-hosts the podcast "Middle Aged Wisdom" with his wife, Nancy.   Links: Click Here For David Skuodas’ LinkedIn Click Here For David Skuodas’ Book: The Effective Client Click Here For David Skuodas’ Website ⁠Click Here For Catherine McDonald’s LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Click Here For Shayne Daughenbaugh’s LinkedIn

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams and Andy Olrich discuss the challenges of relying on consultants for Lean transformation and the importance of developing an in-house team of problem solvers. They also highlighted common pitfalls in Lean deployment, such as leaders' resistance to support and delegation of standard work tasks. Also the crucial role of leadership buy-in for Lean implementation and the need for training and involving employees in the change process. About the Guest:  Wes Hehn, president of Lean Forward - Continuous Improvement, has over 20+ years of global experience in leading and implementing Lean strategies to drive business growth and achieve operational excellence aspirations. In addition to his formal college education, Wes holds a Lean Six Sigma certification as well as multiple Lean certifications, most notably, a Lean Systems Program Certification from the University of Kentucky/Toyota Cooperative, which reflects his deep knowledge and expertise in the Toyota Production System. Links: Website: theleanforward.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/weshehn/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/leanforwardcontinuousimprovement/

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams and Shayne Daughenbaugh discuss the implementation of Lean principles in accounting, emphasizing simplifying cost accounting, aligning costs with value streams, and adopting a PDCA mindset, while also noting the limitations of traditional practices and the need for a value-based approach. They covered Lean pricing strategies, such as market-based pricing and demand alignment, and discussed optimizing changeovers for efficiency, alongside sharing experiences of assisting veterans in their transition to civilian life. About the Guest:  Mark DeLuzio is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Lean Horizons Consulting. He is also a former Corporate Officer and Vice President of Danaher Business System (DBS) for Danaher Corporation. Danaher has been recognized as the leading implementer of Lean globally and has been rated as the 3rd most profitable US stock over the last 30 years. Mark is also credited with developing the first Lean Accounting process in the United States for Danaher’s Jake Brake Division, where he served as their Chief Financial Officer. Mark is the author of “Turn Waste into Wealth,” which offers practical advice for those considering a Lean transformation and “Flatlined – Why Lean Transformations Fail and What to do About It”, which offers the lessons learned from Mark’s association with hundreds of Lean transformations on a global basis. Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here For Patrick Adams LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Click Here For Shayne Daughenbaugh’s LinkedIn Click Here For mark Deluzio’s Website

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams and Shayne Daughenbaugh discuss the potential of Lean in government administration. They emphasize the relevance of Lean principles in various administrative settings, including government and industry, and showcase advanced manufacturing and supply chain practices. They address challenges in implementing continuous improvement, such as entrenched processes and resistance to change, and stress the importance of process automation, work visualization, performance metrics, and goal setting to drive positive change. About the Guest:  Shayne Daughenbaugh is a seasoned Process Improvement Project Manager with over 5 years of experience at the State of Nebraska, holding the distinction of a Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. They specialize in leading successful organizational change and implementing lean process improvement strategies, focusing on streamlining efforts and enhancing efficiency. With a strong background in operations management and lighting efficiency, Shayne's expertise extends beyond the professional realm, encompassing a decade-long commitment as a Pastor, demonstrating versatile skills in mentorship and strategic planning.  Patrick Adams is an internationally recognized leadership coach, consultant and professional speaker. He is best known for his unique human approach to sound team building practices, creating consensus and enabling empowerment.Patrick has been delivering bottom-line results through specialized process improvement solutions for over 20 years. He’s worked with all types of businesses from private, non-profit, government, and manufacturing ranging from small business to billion-dollar corporations. Patrick is an Author of the best selling book, Avoiding the Continuous Appearance Trap.   Links: ⁠Click Here For Shayne Daughenbaugh’s LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here For Patrick Adams LinkedIn⁠ Click Here For The Lean Solutions Summit⁠

What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Catherine McDonald and Andy Olrich discuss how prioritizing the wrong work can hamper growth and stifle development within organizations.    By embracing a culture of continuous improvement, regularly reassessing priorities, and leveraging Lean Six Sigma tools, teams can navigate away from misaligned tasks and toward impactful endeavors, ensuring both organizational success and individual fulfillment.   About the Guest:  Emma Bint is the Managing Director of High CI Ltd. Graduating with a Master of Laws degree, and two post graduate certificates in leadership, Emma went on to certify as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and found her passion for Continuous Improvement. For the last 12 years, she has had extensive CI experience working in the service side of Lean such as customer service, sales, after sales, administration, operations, finance, logistics and shared services. Emma has worked for global oganizations, leading her own team of CI, OpEx and RPA specialists, but also used her CI skills to help develop leadership teams, transform processes, and create functional CI strategies for growth and culture change. Her experience has culminated in setting up a new company which provides professional continuous improvement solutions known as High CI Ltd.   Links: Click Here For Emma Bint’s LinkedIn Click Here For Emma Bint’s YouTube Channel Click Here For Emma Bint’s Website ⁠⁠Click Here For Catherine McDonald’s LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Click Here For Andy Olrich’s LinkedIn⁠