The Ever-So-Lean Podcast is the destination for exploring how people-focused leadership and continuous improvement lead to high performance. Come and join us as we share the real-life experiences of global industry leaders and front-line workers, diving deep into their journeys of triumph and adversity. Each episode offers genuine insights, practical wisdom, and valuable takeaways to support your path to excellence.
Whether you’re striving for personal excellence or leading a team toward new heights, the Ever-So-Lean Podcast offers the fuel you need to transform your vision into reality. Discover us on all major podcast platforms or visit www.eversolean.com and take the first step toward becoming the leader you were meant to be.
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The Ever-So-Lean Podcast is the destination for exploring how people-focused leadership and continuous improvement lead to high performance. Come and join us as we share the real-life experiences of global industry leaders and front-line workers, diving deep into their journeys of triumph and adversity. Each episode offers genuine insights, practical wisdom, and valuable takeaways to support your path to excellence.
Whether you’re striving for personal excellence or leading a team toward new heights, the Ever-So-Lean Podcast offers the fuel you need to transform your vision into reality. Discover us on all major podcast platforms or visit www.eversolean.com and take the first step toward becoming the leader you were meant to be.
In this episode of the Ever-So-Lean Podcast, we welcome the legendary Paul Akers, renowned author and founder and president of FastCap, for a deep dive into the world of Lean mastery. Known for his revolutionary ”2 Second Lean” philosophy, Paul has inspired countless businesses and individuals worldwide to embrace continuous improvement. From starting FastCap in his garage to expanding it into a global powerhouse, Paul’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.
Together, we explore some of Lean’s most common pitfalls and mistakes Paul has come across when implementing Lean, and look a what some of the critical principles look like in reality, including the power of having a big vision, leading from the Gemba, and the transformative impact of small, daily improvements. We’ll also dig into Paul’s unconventional approach to hiring, the importance of growing people, and how Lean education is changing the lives of students globally.
Whether you’re just starting your Lean journey or looking for advanced insights, this episode is packed with valuable lessons, actionable takeaways, and inspiring stories. Tune in to discover what it takes to create a lasting Lean culture—and why simplicity, humility, and gratitude are at the heart of success.
Don’t miss this powerful conversation with one of Lean’s true masters, Paul Akers!
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Ever-So-Lean Podcast
The Ever-So-Lean Podcast is the destination for exploring how people-focused leadership and continuous improvement lead to high performance. Come and join us as we share the real-life experiences of global industry leaders and front-line workers, diving deep into their journeys of triumph and adversity. Each episode offers genuine insights, practical wisdom, and valuable takeaways to support your path to excellence.
Whether you’re striving for personal excellence or leading a team toward new heights, the Ever-So-Lean Podcast offers the fuel you need to transform your vision into reality. Discover us on all major podcast platforms or visit www.eversolean.com and take the first step toward becoming the leader you were meant to be.
