Squishy Lean

By Amanda Zimmerman and Dominic Stokes

Welcome to the Squishy Lean Podcast where everyone can unite to learn continuous improvement methodologies. The point of our approach is that we don't conform to any single mold, rather, we hone the f... more

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The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.

Squishy Lean episodes:

October 16, 2023 The 8 Wastes
Join Amanda and Dominic as they review the 8 wastes. These wastes are essential for communicating opportunities you've uncovered in your process map.
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16min
October 02, 2023 Process maps for improvement vs documentation
This week, Amanda and Dominic discuss the next steps after creating a process map. Was the map created to document the process, or was it created to improve the process? There's a big difference between the two if you didn't already know. We also mention a unique way for you to practice these skills at home towards the end of the episode.
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22min
September 18, 2023 Level of detail in a process map
Amanda and Dominic give you an easy way to identify the level of detail in your process map. Try to use the terms; What, Who does what, and How to help you and your team stay on the same page as you are mapping out your processes.
Link to article by Adam Stoehr that inspired this episode:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/process-mapping-forest-trees-roots-part-1-3-dr-adam-stoehr/
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15min
September 04, 2023 Swimlane Diagrams
Amanda and Dominic explain how a swimlane diagram breaks down barriers. This is a great way to learn how to easily list and show everyone's role in a complex process.
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21min
August 21, 2023 Leading a Current State (Linear) Process Map
In this episode, Amanda and Dominic discuss how you can gather stakeholders and subject matter experts and facilitate a meeting to map more detail about a particular process. Learn with us as we explain how you can transform a SIPOC or IPO into the first iteration of a process map. Amanda and Dominic also share tips to get participants to think critically, as well as keep everyone in the room on track.
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28min
August 07, 2023 Using a SIPOC and IPO
Amanda and Dominic keep it "high level" and explain an overview of the SIPOC and IPO process map. This is a great introduction to a type of process map you can use on day 1 to align a team, and naturally gather pre-work data necessary for more detailed process maps you will make in the future.
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22min
July 24, 2023 Introduction to Process Mapping
What is the goal when creating a process map? Amanda and Dominic discuss the intent, the materials, the audience and the fun in creating a process map. Get your sticky notes ready!
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18min
July 10, 2023 Who Does This Apply To?
Come one, come all! Amanda and Dominic express who their intended audience is with this podcast. Listen in to see if it applies to you. If it doesn't, comment on our episode, and we will try to tailor episodes to your background/industry as we move forward.
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9min
July 10, 2023 Get to know Amanda Zimmerman and Dominic Stokes
Get to know your Squishy Lean hosts. What got them into lean and six sigma in the first place?
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19min

FAQs about Squishy Lean:

How many episodes does Squishy Lean have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.