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Daniel and Peter Stewart of Stewart Leadership on Trust Based Leadership & Problem Solving

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 11-14-24

  Daniel Stewart and Peter Stewart, brothers who lead Stewart Leadership, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh to discuss their approach to talent assessment and problem solving both within their organization and with clients. Daniel serves as President and Peter as Managing Partner of Stewart Leadership, a global leadership, team, and organizational consulting

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Lean Whiskey Episode 48

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 10-18-24

Episode 48: “Lockout Tagout Your Equipment, but Not My Whiskey”  In Episode 48, Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh begin by comparing two whiskeys from the same distillery. Mark selected Woodford Reserve, and had a pour of both the Double Oaked (which we both agree is underrated) and their Historic Barrel

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Alex Senchak: Mastering Agile Leadership in Uncertain Times

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 10-17-24

  Alexander Senchak, Managing Partner at Duarte Pond Investments, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to discuss the importance of “meeting the moment” as a leader and innovator. Alex, a management consultant and investor focused on business intelligence and technologies to support performance in the hospitality and

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Cheryl Jekiel on Shifting Leadership: Empowering Teams Through Lean Problem-Solving

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 10-03-24

In this episode of People Solve Problems, Jamie Flinchbaugh sits down with Cheryl Jekiel, CEO and Founder of the Lean Leadership Center, to discuss the intricate relationship between leadership development and problem solving within organizations. Cheryl brings her extensive experience in HR and leadership training to the forefront, focusing on

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Crystal Y. Davis of The Lean Coach, Inc. on Cultural Change and Problem Solving

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 09-12-24

  In this episode of the People Solve Problems podcast, Jamie Flinchbaugh sits down with Crystal Y. Davis, CEO of The Lean Coach, Inc., a boutique consulting and coaching firm that partners with mid-to-large cap companies to enhance operational excellence and drive cultural transformation. Crystal, also known as “Your Corporate

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Reimagining Productivity: Uncovering Hidden Problems in Organizations with Jacob Stoller of Conversation Builders

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 08-29-24

  In the latest episode of the People Solve Problems podcast, host Jamie Flinchbaugh welcomes Jacob Stoller, an accomplished journalist, speaker, facilitator, and Shingo-Prize-winning author of The Lean CEO. Jacob, who is also the author of the upcoming book Productivity Reimagined, brings his extensive experience in demystifying complex business and

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Dr. Wendy Smith, Professor at Univ. of Delaware, on Embracing Paradoxes for Creative Solutions

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 08-15-24

    In this episode of the People Solve Problems podcast, host Jamie Flinchbaugh is joined by Dr. Wendy Smith, a professor at the University of Delaware and an acclaimed expert in organizational behavior. Wendy, who co-authored the book “Both/And Thinking,” discusses the concept of how adopting a both/and mindset

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Sempai’s Russell Watkins on Lean Principles and Effective Problem-Solving

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 08-01-24

  In this episode of the People Solve Problems podcast, host Jamie Flinchbaugh engages in a captivating conversation with Russell Watkins, Co-founder of Sempai. Russell, an expert in lean transformation, shares his extensive experience across various sectors, including Automotive, Aerospace, and Construction Equipment. His journey has taken him from the

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Mastering Large Scale Problem Solving: Patrick Elwer of Intel Shares His Key Insights

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 07-18-24

  In this episode of the People Solve Problems podcast, host Jamie Flinchbaugh is joined by Patrick Elwer, a Senior Principal Engineer at Intel Corporation. Patrick brings over 34 years of experience to the table, with a significant portion of his career dedicated to improving Intel’s work processes using lean

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Lean Whiskey Episode 47

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 07-12-24

Episode 47: “Decriminalizing Medical Errors, Mouse Jiggling, and New (to us) Bourbons”   In Episode 47, Mark Graban and Jamie Flinchbaugh attempt another experiment in format, covering a range of quick-hit topics in the news rather than a single deep dive. As always, we welcome feedback. Before we got to

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