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Chuck Wisner of Wisner Consulting: The Art of Conscious Conversations

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 04-17-25

Chuck Wisner, President of Wisner Consulting, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share his insights on improving human dynamics in conversations. With 25 years of experience advising Fortune 200 companies, Chuck has developed a unique approach to understanding and enhancing how people interact. Chuck introduced the

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Building a Problem-Solving Culture with Brian DeVries of Lean Fox Solutions

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 04-03-25

Brian DeVries, Senior Advisor at Lean Fox Solutions, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share his insights on problem-solving methodologies and leadership. Brian recently authored a children’s book, “The Big Thinking of a Small Knight,” which teaches leadership and continuous improvement principles through storytelling.   Brian

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Applying Brain Science to Leadership Development: Liz Guthridge of Connect Consulting Group

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 03-20-25

Liz Guthridge, Managing Director of Connect Consulting Group, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share her expertise on leadership development and organizational change. As a leadership coach who combines neuroscience and vertical stage development, Liz works with both individuals and organizations to foster growth and cultural

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Melia Tourangeau, President & CEO of Pittsburgh Symphony: Leading Through Crisis

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 03-06-25

Melia Tourangeau joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on People Solve Problems to share her experience as President & CEO of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, where she made history as both the first woman and youngest CEO in the organization’s 129-year legacy.   In the conversation, Melia revealed one of her most significant

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Scott Post on Effective Problem Solving Through Listening and Curiosity

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 02-20-25

Scott Post, Operational Excellence and Lean Leadership Coach with S Post Consulting, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share his insights on effective problem-solving and leadership. With over two decades of experience in leadership, lean methodology, and process improvement, Scott brings valuable perspectives from both his

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Fox Valley Data Exchange’s Jason Schulist: Matching Problem-Solving Tools to Challenges

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 02-06-25

Jason Schulist, Executive Director of the Fox Valley Data Exchange, brought his extensive problem-solving experience to the People Solve Problems podcast hosted by Jamie Flinchbaugh. With over 30 years of experience across construction, automotive, utility, and paper industries, Jason shared valuable insights about understanding and addressing different types of problems.

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Managing Tech Through Rapid Growth: Danyel Bischof-Forsyth of 7 Brew Coffee

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 01-23-25

Danyel Bischof-Forsyth, Chief Technology Officer at 7 Brew Coffee, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share her experiences leading technology transformation in a rapidly growing company. With 35 years of technology experience, including 28 years at Hallmark Cards and 5 years at Tyson Foods, Danyel brings

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Pete Ruggiero, CEO of Crayola: Leading with Perpetual Optimism

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 01-09-25

Pete Ruggiero, President and Chief Executive Officer of Crayola, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share insights about leadership, culture, and the transformation of an iconic brand. With over 27 years at Crayola, Pete has helped evolve the company from a seasonal back-to-school business focused on

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Show Your Work: Making Problem-Solving Visible to Build Better Teams

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 12-12-24

Jamie Flinchbaugh, Founder of JFlinch, shares his insights in this solo episode of the People Solve Problems podcast. Jamie emphasizes the importance of being tool-agnostic in problem-solving, focusing on approaches that work both within and beyond specific methodologies.   He addresses a common leadership mistake that affects problem-solving culture: leaders

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Your Problem Solving is as Unique as Your Fingerprint

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 12-10-24

People approach solving problems differently, even if they’re using the same tools and methods. It’s one of the reasons for the name of my book, and one of the reasons I’m talking to people on the People Solve Problems podcast. Because problem solving is a collection of applied skills that

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