
Lean is for you!
Think Lean doesn’t apply to you because you’re not in high-volume manufacturing? Lean is about the human endeavor. If you make anything or serve anyone, it can make your work easier and your outcomes better.

The hidden cost of going it alone
Think going it alone is the cheapest way to succeed? This post explores the value of a coach in pursuing your goals - whether that’s market growth, or operational efficiency.

What is process, and why should you care about it?
We might think we know how our process works, but do we actually understand how it’s driving results - good or bad? Learning to “see” our processes can help us find untapped sources of value.

Lean in Action: A Client Story
This food company returned to profitability by studying their process and experimenting with the aid of a coach.

Fresh new problems today!
Like conquering a bouldering route, effective problem-solving requires understanding the real obstacle, experimenting thoughtfully, and embracing the lessons along the way.

A different way to lead
Corporate leadership often conjures images of ruthless intensity and dominance, but what if success could be achieved through compassion, collaboration, and integrity? Discover how a different kind of leadership can align with your values, fostering positive relationships while driving meaningful results for your organization

Bring your ideas to life through prototyping
Discover how prototyping can transform your ideas into innovative solutions, spark creativity, and ensure your products resonate with customers before full-scale development.

How to run a good experiment
Whether tinkering with a process or a product, following these four steps will help ensure you maximize learnings.

Take the leap. It’s the only way you’ll really know!
Fear of the unknown got you stuck? Try something. It’s the only way you’ll learn what REALLY works.

You’re standing up. But what are you saying?
Standing up isn’t the point. What conversation are you having? These 6 key questions can turn your daily huddle into an effective un-sticking session.

How do you know “how it’s going?”
How could you know whether you were on track to achieve your goals on any given day?

What does it mean to “win”?
Most business leaders aren't setting goals that their teams can relate to. Sure, owners want to make money - but that's literally the baseline definition of a business! So, what uniquely constitutes success for your organization? And how would your people know whether they've had a winning day, today?

How are you deploying your strategy?

Demystifying strategic planning (part 2)
We continue with moving your strategy into action. Treat your strategy as a hypothesis that you’ll experiment against, with one breakthrough goal per time period to focus the organization’s efforts.

Demystifying strategic planning (part 1)
Let’s get clear on what we mean by “strategy”, and how you can get started on planning yours.

Every business needs a plan
Planning actually saves time and increases flexibility, allowing you to run your business with more stability and less chaos. Start sooner than you think, so you can go into the year feeling prepared.

How to make the most of coaching
You’re about to make a big investment in yourself. Before you take the leap, read these tips about how to make the most of the experience.

It’s back-to-school season! Are you ready to learn?

Are you juicing your failures?
We’re all getting sick of hearing that mistakes are a great opportunity for learning. If that’s the case, why do we miss so many opportunities to learn? This post covers 4 common reasons we don’t always convert a failure into a learning, and how you can use a coach to put these experiences to work.

What is a coach, and why do I need one?
As we know from elite sports, even the best athletes don’t go it alone. So why would we think a business leader should be successful without anyone to champion their development? A coach can help accelerate your learning journey, whether you’re trying to become a better leader or achieve your own goals. Learn more about what a coach can do for you, what it’s like to work with one, and the different types of coaching out there.