Discover how Catherine McDonald and Andy Olrich explore the shift in Lean practices from tools to human-centric approaches, emphasizing adaptability and continuous improvement in various industries.
A new podcast episode of The Lean Solutions Podcast was published on Feb 18, 2025 with the original title:
The Changing Landscape of Leadership
Overview:
This episode features hosts Catherine McDonald and Andy Olrich discussing the transformation of Lean practices over the last decade. They focus on moving from a tool-centric approach to embracing a more human-centered and culture-driven mindset in organizations.
Core content:
- The podcast highlights the evolution of Lean, emphasizing the shift towards human-centric practices over mere tools.
- Adaptability and technology integration are key components discussed for achieving successful Lean implementations.
- Continuous improvement is framed as essential for leveraging Lean methodologies effectively within organizations.
Learnings:
- Listeners will understand the importance of cultural embedding in Lean practices for better organizational outcomes.
- The episode discusses the role of leadership coaching in enhancing Lean deployment across various industries.
- Insights on collaborative team efforts leading to improved goal attainment within Lean frameworks are shared.
The original content was published in English.
