Links and show notes: <a href='https://www.leanblog.org/421'>https://www.leanblog.org/421</a>
We've been on hiatus over the summer here, but I did a live streaming video the other day with my friend <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjmccormack/'>Ryan McCormack</a>, who regular readers of this blog will recognize as the creator of the bi-weekly "Operational Excellence Mixtape" emails that he allows me to <a href='https://www.leanblog.org/?s=mixtape'>publish here on the Lean Blog</a>.
He was also my guest for <a href='https://www.leanblog.org/2020/01/episode-12-of-the-lean-whiskey-podcast-canadian-whiskey-the-ups-downs-of-healthcare-and-a-ceo-thrown-under-the-bus/'>Episode 12 of the "Lean Whiskey" podcast</a>.
In this 30-minute discussion, Ryan and I chat about:
<ul><li>Why did you start the "mixtapes"?</li>
<li>What are some favorite books and podcasts that you have highlighted recently?</li>
<li>What have been the transferrable Lean lessons going into healthcare and now back out into other settings?</li>
<li>Best Thing / Worst Thing -- What's the best thing about doing OpEx work? The worst thing?</li>
</ul>
I hope you enjoy the conversation.
The podcast is sponsored by <a href='https://leanexecs.com/podcast'>Stiles Associates</a>, now in their 30th year of business. They are the go-to Lean recruiting firm serving the manufacturing, private equity, and healthcare industries. <a href='https://leanexecs.com/podcast'>Learn more</a>. 
 
This podcast is part of <a href='http://leancommunicators.com/'>the #LeanCommunicators network</a>.

Links and show notes: https://www.leanblog.org/421 We've been on hiatus over the summer here, but I did a live streaming video the other day with my friend Ryan McCormack, who regular readers of this blog will recognize as the creator of the bi-weekly "Operational Excellence Mixtape" emails that he allows me to publish here on the Lean Blog. He was also my guest for Episode 12 of the "Lean Whiskey" podcast. In this 30-minute discussion, Ryan and I chat about: Why did you start the "mixtapes"? What are some favorite books and podcasts that you have highlighted recently? What have been the transferrable Lean lessons going into healthcare and now back out into other settings? Best Thing / Worst Thing -- What's the best thing about doing OpEx work? The worst thing? I hope you enjoy the conversation. The podcast is sponsored by Stiles Associates, now in their 30th year of business. They are the go-to Lean recruiting firm serving the manufacturing, private equity, and healthcare industries. Learn more. This podcast is part of the #LeanCommunicators network.

Links and show notes: <a href="https://www.leanblog.org/421" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.leanblog.org/421</a>
We've been on hiatus over the summer here, but I did a live streaming video the other day with my friend <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjmccormack/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ryan McCormack</a>, who regular readers of this blog will recognize as the creator of the bi-weekly "Operational Excellence Mixtape" emails that he allows me to <a href="https://www.leanblog.org/?s=mixtape" rel="noopener noreferrer">publish here on the Lean Blog</a>.
He was also my guest for <a href="https://www.leanblog.org/2020/01/episode-12-of-the-lean-whiskey-podcast-canadian-whiskey-the-ups-downs-of-healthcare-and-a-ceo-thrown-under-the-bus/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Episode 12 of the "Lean Whiskey" podcast</a>.
In this 30-minute discussion, Ryan and I chat about:
<ul><li>Why did you start the "mixtapes"?</li>
<li>What are some favorite books and podcasts that you have highlighted recently?</li>
<li>What have been the transferrable Lean lessons going into healthcare and now back out into other settings?</li>
<li>Best Thing / Worst Thing -- What's the best thing about doing OpEx work? The worst thing?</li>
</ul>
I hope you enjoy the conversation.
The podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://leanexecs.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stiles Associates</a>, now in their 30th year of business.&nbsp;They are the go-to Lean recruiting firm serving the manufacturing, private equity, and healthcare industries.&nbsp;<a href="https://leanexecs.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more</a>. 
&nbsp;
This podcast is part of <a href="http://leancommunicators.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">the #LeanCommunicators network</a>.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Ryan McCormack on His “Operational Excellence Mixtapes” & More

Since 2006, the Lean Blog Interviews podcast has featured in-depth, candid conversations with leaders, thinkers, and doers in the world of Lean and continuous improvement. Hosted by Mark Graban—author, consultant, and longtime Lean practitioner—the show explores how Lean principles are being applied across industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, startups, and more.
What sets this podcast apart? We go beyond tools and buzzwords. Our guests share real-world stories of success, struggle, learning, and leadership. Whether you’re a seasoned Lean veteran or just getting started, you’ll gain practical insights and fresh perspectives that you can take back to your own organization.
Topics include:
<ul>
<li>
Lean as a management system and cultural transformation—not just a toolbox
</li>
<li>
Continuous improvement and problem-solving, at every level
</li>
<li>
Leadership behaviors that support real change
</li>
<li>
Psychological safety as a foundation for improvement
</li>
<li>
Lessons from the Toyota Production System, Lean Startup, and beyond
</li>
<li>
Candid stories about mistakes—and what we learn from them
</li>
</ul>
We don’t talk much about “Lean Six Sigma” here. But if you believe improvement is about people first—this podcast is for you.
Many episodes feature a special focus on Lean in healthcare, reflecting Mark’s deep work in that field. Hear from leaders working to improve patient safety, reduce waste, and build cultures of respect and learning.
Find all episodes and show notes at <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.leancast.org">www.LeanCast.org</a>. Learn more about Mark and his work at <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.leanblog.org">www.LeanBlog.org</a>. Questions or feedback? Email <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer">mark@leanblog.org </a>

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Since 2006, the Lean Blog Interviews podcast has featured in-depth, candid conversations with leaders, thinkers, and doers in the world of Lean and continuous improvement. Hosted by Mark Graban—author, consultant, and longtime Lean practitioner—the show explores how Lean principles are being applied across industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, startups, and more. What sets this podcast apart? We go beyond tools and buzzwords. Our guests share real-world stories of success, struggle, learning, and leadership. Whether you’re a seasoned Lean veteran or just getting started, you’ll gain practical insights and fresh perspectives that you can take back to your own organization. Topics include: Lean as a management system and cultural transformation—not just a toolbox Continuous improvement and problem-solving, at every level Leadership behaviors that support real change Psychological safety as a foundation for improvement Lessons from the Toyota Production System, Lean Startup, and beyond Candid stories about mistakes—and what we learn from them We don’t talk much about “Lean Six Sigma” here. But if you believe improvement is about people first—this podcast is for you. Many episodes feature a special focus on Lean in healthcare, reflecting Mark’s deep work in that field. Hear from leaders working to improve patient safety, reduce waste, and build cultures of respect and learning. Find all episodes and show notes at www.LeanCast.org.Learn more about Mark and his work at www.LeanBlog.org.Questions or feedback? Email mark@leanblog.org

Since 2006, the Lean Blog Interviews podcast has featured in-depth, candid conversations with leaders, thinkers, and doers in the world of Lean and continuous improvement. Hosted by Mark Graban—author, consultant, and longtime Lean practitioner—the show explores how Lean principles are being applied across industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, startups, and more.
What sets this podcast apart? We go beyond tools and buzzwords. Our guests share real-world stories of success, struggle, learning, and leadership. Whether you’re a seasoned Lean veteran or just getting started, you’ll gain practical insights and fresh perspectives that you can take back to your own organization.
Topics include:
<ul>
<li>
Lean as a management system and cultural transformation—not just a toolbox
</li>
<li>
Continuous improvement and problem-solving, at every level
</li>
<li>
Leadership behaviors that support real change
</li>
<li>
Psychological safety as a foundation for improvement
</li>
<li>
Lessons from the Toyota Production System, Lean Startup, and beyond
</li>
<li>
Candid stories about mistakes—and what we learn from them
</li>
</ul>
We don’t talk much about “Lean Six Sigma” here. But if you believe improvement is about people first—this podcast is for you.
Many episodes feature a special focus on Lean in healthcare, reflecting Mark’s deep work in that field. Hear from leaders working to improve patient safety, reduce waste, and build cultures of respect and learning.
Find all episodes and show notes at <a href="https://www.leancast.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.LeanCast.org</a>. Learn more about Mark and his work at <a href="https://www.leanblog.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.LeanBlog.org</a>. Questions or feedback? Email <a rel="noopener noreferrer">mark@leanblog.org&nbsp;</a>

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