Making time for what is important. That is the trick we all struggle with in our professional schedules. Many find that the demands on their time
5S Tool: Celebrate National Clean Off Your Desk Day
As you stare across the piles or paper and clutter that marks your workspace in the office, you get a feeling of resigned frustration. You know that
Gratitude: Leaders Have a Responsibility
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. John F. Kennedy, 45th
Task List: Getting the Monster Under Control
No matter how organized you are, the classic task or to-do list is a monster that has a mind of its own, and grows at an alarming rate.
Continuous Improvement: What Are You Willing To Risk For It?
Are you a believer in continuous improvement? Do you believe that a state of continuous improvement can exist harmoniously in any business
Olympic Gold and Six Sigma
Can you win Olympic Gold with Six Sigma? Are there similarities between an Olympic athlete and Six Sigma? A little half way through the Olympic Games
Food Service: Serving Up Six Sigma Quality Daily
The food service industry is tough. The challenges of the industry range from food costs and quality, to customer service and effectively using labor.
Executive Leadership: What Is Your Role?
In today's environment, executive leadership is in the middle of an identity crisis. Studies tell us that 80% of new CEOs lose their
Lean Standard Work: Importance of Calendar White Space
Lean Standard Work has become a major component of most Lean systems. This is fundamentally a lean-principled way for managers at all levels to