Tag Archives: Motivation

Lean Thinker to Lean Entrepreneur

Posted on March 4, 2009 by Adam Zak

“Respect for people: Very few businesses start up only on the backs of the sole founder. It takes a team.”  Jamie Flinchbaugh  Just a few days ago Jamie blogged over at LeanBlog about the Lean Entrepreneur. With layoffs mounting at even … Continue reading →

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Time to Retain, Time to Engage

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Adam Zak

The first LeanConnections in July launched with a single article dedicated to “Respect for People.” It was well received and sparked many thoughtful comments from our readers. Today, in the face of harrowing financial news and pressures on staff and … Continue reading →

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Respect for People is KEY to Lean Success

Posted on July 20, 2008 by Adam Zak

At Lean industry conferences in North America, Europe and Asia; in casual phone calls with top management and potential recruits; or in formal presentations to client companies, I keep hearing so many executives tell me that employees are their most … Continue reading →

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