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Book Review: The Four Steps to the Epiphany
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5 Whys for Entrepreneurs
This articles presents a 5 Whys Lean Startup Example - how to apply lean to entrepreneurship. I'm delighted to see Lean Thinking applied to areas
How to Add Value at Work: High Yield, Low Maintenance
Much has been written explaining "What is Lean?" or similar articles. But, little has been said describing what a Lean Practitioner is like.
Scrum at Yahoo!
These days, there's much written about Lean Software Development, Kanban for Software, and especially Lean Startup Principles for Software. This
Google Job Interview Questions: My Experience and Why I Rejected the Offer
This is the account of my interview experience with Google in 2006. This article discusses Google Job Interview Questions - my experience and why I
Controlling WIP in the Automotive Industry
In the current economic climate, many manufacturers are coming under continuous pressure to cut down on their costs from both the market and
Become a Guest Blogger on Shmula
We've had several guest bloggers on Shmula in the past (see this series on the 7 Wastes). Today, I'm extending an invitation for those of you who wish
Leader Standard Work Definition, Example, Template, and Advice
Leader Standard Work is a critical step in ensuring that the Lean Culture in your organization prospers. But, Leader Standard Work is dependent on a