Decisions and Change Archives - Essential Lean Six Sigma for Healthcare

Authentic Engagement: Empower, Appreciate, Listen and Inspire

Sep22

Are you seeking to authentically engage your staff for the long-run? The following article by Justin Bariso in Inc. Magazine provides great insight. Teaching them the skills to succeed and providing an opportunity to contribute meaningfully is a tremendous start! “With a 97 percent employee approval rating on Glassdoor, LinkedIn’s Jeff Weiner has developed a reputation as one of the most beloved CEOs in the world. Weiner recently shared his advice on what it takes…

An to End to Flavor-of-the-Month

Feb16

The story seems so trite it’s almost not worth even going there. Executives return from a conference hot with a new idea on how to transform the organization; a flurry of hopeful spending and activities ensue that lead to approximately nothing. “The performance improvement efforts of many companies have as much impact on operational and financial results as a ceremonial rain dance has on the weather. While some…

The Euphoria of Team Success

Jan18

“Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” – Theodore Roosevelt Life and work seem like a constant struggle sometimes and every so often we all wonder whether staying the course is worth it. But there are moments when everything comes into focus, a higher purpose illuminates the path, and the struggle becomes worthwhile. A breakthrough improvement team…

The Time to Invest in the Future is Now!

Oct28

The future is coming at us like a locomotive. Those who wait to react will flounder and fail, while those who invest and adapt now will be in position to thrive, no matter what comes down the pike. In this excellent video, change and innovation expert, Jim Carroll, presents compelling reasons for taking steps now to make your operation leaner and more nimble. Investments in Lean Six Sigma will enable…

The Real Meaning of Lean Six Sigma

Oct21

The true test of any improvement methodology or change effort is the extent to which the roll out is embraced by staff and transforms the feeling and work of your facility. If our experience is any guide, employees want to feel like they are part of the solution and the principles of LSS have proven highly effective at harnessing staff commitment, while rapidly driving the kind of change that most…