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The Lean Solutions Podcast

This podcast offers business solutions to help listeners develop and implement action plans for lean process improvement and implement continuous improvement projects, cost reductions, product quality enhancements, and process effectiveness improvement. Listeners come from many industries in both manufacturing and office applications.

business management

All Episodes

40:51

Why Your Process Improvement Efforts Stop After the...

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/10/28

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Patrick Adams and guest Craig Tedrow discuss the importance of long-term sustainment in organizational processes. Craig shares his journey from resisting Lean practices to embracing them, emphasizing the need for leaders to involve employees and revisit improvements regularly. They highlight the significance of clear expectations, enabling action, and sustaining improvements. About the Guest:Craig Tedrow is an experienced Continuous Improvement

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31:22

From Good to Great Mate

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/10/21

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams and Andy Olrich discuss Andy's recent trip to the US for the Lean Solutions Global Summit. Andy, was a speaker and judge at the summit’s Lean Solutions Competition. He notes the success of advanced manufacturing centers and the importance of lean and best practice tools. Patrick and Andy reflect on the new Lean Solutions office, emphasizing its immersive training environment and community service.About the Guest:Andy Olrich is a

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45:39

Military Leadership Principles for Continuous...

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/10/14

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Shayne Daughenbaugh and guest Lee Campe discuss the application of military leadership principles to continuous improvement. Lee shares his extensive experience across various industries, emphasizing the importance of clear communication, training, and decision-making under pressure. They discuss the need for leaders to be part of the team, set a good example, and ensure effective training and communication to drive continuous improvement.About the

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36:54

The Power of Team Science: Breaking Silos

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/10/07

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Catherine McDonald, Patrick Adams, and guest Tina Patel Gunaldo discuss interprofessional collaboration. They explain the importance of interprofessional education (IPE) in training future healthcare professionals to collaborate effectively. Tina highlights the challenges of traditional hierarchies and the need for asynchronous collaboration.About the Guest:Tina is an innovative and results-driven healthcare leader dedicated to advancing

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53:32

Bridging the Gap: Aligning Technology with Innovation

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/09/30

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, hosts Shayne Daughenbaugh, Andy Olrich, and guest Claire Quigley discuss the gap between technological capabilities and business outcomes. They emphasize an understanding of the purpose of transformation, aligning leadership and people, and ensuring clear communication and change management.About the Guest:Claire Quigley is the founder of Launchpad9, a boutique consultancy dedicated to inspiring and empowering meaningful innovation in established

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47:13

The Problem With Inventory

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/09/23

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Catherine McDonald and guest Evan Powell discuss the critical importance of inventory management in businesses. They emphasize that inventory management is not a one-size-fits-all approach and requires dynamic, cross-functional collaboration. Evan highlights common misconceptions, such as viewing inventory as a set-and-forget system and relying solely on software or AI.About the Guest:Evan Powell is an operations and supply chain professional

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47:09

Building Capability that Sticks: Turning Training...

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/09/16

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Andy Olrich, Shayne Daughenbaugh, and guest Nadia Golenkova discuss the importance of capability strategy in training programs. They emphasize the need for a strategic approach to learning, focusing on specific skills and measurable outcomes. Nadia highlights the pitfalls of reactionary training and the benefits of a long-term, embedded learning ecosystem.About the Guest:Nadia is a trusted executive partner with 18+ years of leading corporate people

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42:10

Group Intelligence In Continuous Improvement

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/09/09

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Andy Olrich and guest Colleen Soppelsa discuss the importance of group intelligence in practical problem-solving. Colleen also highlights the significance of integrating behavioral mapping with technical problem-solving frameworks like A3 and DMAIC to achieve sustainable improvements. The discussion underscores the critical role of behavioral alignment in driving organizational success.About the Guest:Colleen Soppelsa began her career abroad, working

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47:42

From the Garage to Lean Leadership: Real Talk On...

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/09/02

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Patrick Adams and guest Brian Meyers discuss leadership principles and the importance of mentorship, active listening, and creating a safe environment for innovation. They highlight the significance of continuous improvement and adapting Lean practices to fit specific organizational needs. Brian discusses his rapid adoption of Lean principles, inspired by trips to Japan and Europe, and the transformative impact on his business culture.About the

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54:40

The Learning Organization Advantage: The Executive...

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/08/26

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Patrick Adams and guest Tilo Schwarz discuss the challenges of maintaining a competitive edge in a rapidly changing world. They highlight the need for companies to adapt quickly, citing an example of a high-end electronics company facing competition that can deliver in weeks what their company takes months. They emphasize the importance of developing a learning organization, starting with individual learning and scientific thinking.About the

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47:26

Strategic Planning in Motion: The Executive Summit...

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/08/19

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Patrick Adams and guest Katie Anderson discuss strategic planning, emphasizing the importance of ongoing adjustments rather than annual reviews. Katie highlights the Japanese method Hoshin Kanri, which involves continuous reflection and adjustment. They stress the need for leaders to align strategic goals with customer needs and organizational capacity.About the Guest:Katie Anderson is an internationally recognized leadership and learning coach,

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52:40

Accountability in Action : The Executive Summit Series

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/08/12

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Patrick Adams, Andy Olrich, and guest Billy Ray Taylor discuss the connected business model, emphasizing the importance of ownership and accountability in leadership. They highlight the significance of visual management systems, such as KPA and KPI boards, to drive continuous improvement and psychological safety. Check out the upcoming Lean Solution Summit, where Billy will lead an executive track focused on leadership and organizational

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49:46

Gen Z & The Future of Manufacturing

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/08/05

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Shane Daughenbaugh, Andy Olrich, and guest Matthew Rassi discuss the future of manufacturing. They explore the unique characteristics and misconceptions about Gen Z in the workforce. They emphasize the importance of providing purpose, ownership, and flexibility to engage Gen Z.About the Guest:Matthew is a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with over 25 years of experience in production leadership and operations, including 10 years in medical device

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51:51

Leading the Change: Innovation, Culture, and the Lean...

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/07/29

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Catherine McDonald, Shane Daughenbaugh, and guest Daniel Walker discuss the importance of innovation, culture, and leadership in change management. The empathize the significance of middle management in organizational change and innovation. He shares his research on empowering middle managers and the need for a culture of continuous improvement.About the Guest:Dr. Walker has been developing his skills in problem-solving, innovation, and culture change

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43:15

Values In Action

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/07/22

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Andy Olrich and guest Hessam Vali discuss the importance of aligning leadership with personal and organizational values. Hessam shares his journey of self-reflection and the impact of a pivotal moment with a CEO. They discuss practical steps for embedding purpose, such as documenting values, integrating them into daily operations, and fostering a culture of vulnerability and trust. Hessam also highlights the significance of storytelling and

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32:20

Midwestern Grit Meets Modern Leadership

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/07/15

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Shane Daughenbaugh, Andy Olrich, and guest Jason Jackson discuss the concept of the Silicon Prairie and its growing tech innovation. Jason shares his leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of agility, self-awareness, and continuous improvement. They highlight the success of Nebraska's Center of Operational Excellence (COE) in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, which helped the state navigate the pandemic effectively.About the

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38:07

Leading with Empathy: Lean Transformation in Healthcare

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/07/08

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Shane Daughenbaugh, and guest Lindsay Shababy discuss the importance of empathy in Lean transformation in healthcare. The emphasize the need to see the world through others' eyes, especially in healthcare where staff often face burnout and systemic challenges. They highlight the balance between empathy and accountability, using practical examples like improving patient flow from the ED to the floor by addressing communication gaps. About the

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46:29

Smarter, Leaner: AI Meets Lean Thinking

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/07/01

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Catherine McDonald, Shane Daughenbaugh, and guest Randy Kesterson discuss the integration of AI with Lean thinking on the Lean Solutions Podcast. They emphasize the importance of maintaining human judgment and involvement in the process. They also discuss the need for accurate data collection and the potential for AI to transform workplaces, urging leaders to embrace AI to stay relevant.About the Guest:Today’s guest is Randy Kesterson, a seasoned

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43:18

Spotlight Episode: Respect for People in Lean Leadership

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/06/24

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Patrick Adams, Shane Daughenbaugh, and guest Scott Gauvin discuss how the principle of "respect for people" goes beyond individual actions to become an organizational-wide practice that fosters culture transformation, engagement, and continuous improvement. They explore strategies for leaders to cultivate a learning culture, emphasizing active listening, transparency, and coaching to develop human skills and create lasting change within

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46:13

Spotlight Episode: "Rethinking Failure"

The Lean Solutions Podcast ·

2025/06/17

What You’ll Learn:In this episode, host Patrick Adams and Catherine McDonald as they discuss the importance of reframing failure as a learning opportunity rather than a negative event.About the Hosts:Catherine McDonald is a Lean and Leadership Coach. Her work involves training and coaching executives and teams in organizations of all types and sizes. In 2018, Catherine started her own business- MCD Consulting where she works as a Lean and Leadership Coach. She specializes in Lean deployment

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