In this episode, Keith Norris is joined by Andrei Anca, author of Lead From Any Seat, to unpack what actually makes CI work—and why most companies get it wrong.

🔻 Why you don’t need a title to lead improvement

🔻 How CI programs lose momentum and how to fix it

🔻 The difference between problem pointers, finders, and solvers

🔻 Why most metrics are misleading—and how to measure what matters

🔻 How AI and change management will shape the future of CI

🔻 The one root cause mistake nearly every team makes

Andrei shares real-world stories and tactics you can use today—whether you're in finance, ops, manufacturing, or tech.

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🎙 Hosted by Keith Norris – ⁠linkedin.com/in/keithnorris⁠

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In this kickoff episode of KPI Fireside, host Keith Norris sits down with Lean Accounting expert Nick Katko—author, consultant, and pioneer in connecting finance with continuous improvement.

🔻 Why Standard Costing Falls Short

🔻 The Box Score Breakdown

🔻 Common Pitfalls in Lean Journeys

🔻 The ROI of Lean & Creating Capacity

🔻 Advice for Finance Pros & CI Leaders

💡 Whether you're new to Lean or deep in your CI journey, this episode will shift how you think about operations, accounting, and leadership. Tune in for a thoughtful and practical discussion packed with real-world insights and decades of experience.

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🔗Connect with Nick Katko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickkatko/

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