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The Continuous Improvement Lab "Where Process Meets Progress." episodes
- Precision vs Ownership S3E26
Title: Break Shifts into Short Intervals
Description:
Short interval control (SIC) helps teams react quickly to emerging issues. Monitor key metrics in smaller time blocks—hourly, for example. This allows supervisors and operators to spot deviations early and take corrective action within the shift.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
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#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci,#McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte, #StevenBartlett,#petersenge,#KurtLewin,#JohnKotter, #RosabethMossKanter,#DarylConner
17 min - Standardized Work Cornerstone of Excellence S3E26
Title: Document and Reinforce Standardized Work
Description:
One of the cornerstones of MOS is consistent execution. Define and document standard work processes clearly. Train teams on them and use them as a baseline for continuous improvement. Without standards, you can’t measure or manage effectively.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
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#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci,#McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte, #StevenBartlett,#petersenge,#KurtLewin,#JohnKotter, #RosabethMossKanter,#DarylConner
14 min - Rhythm vs Rigor S3E25
Title: Establish a Cadence That Sticks
Description:
MOS is about rhythm. Whether it’s daily huddles, weekly planning, or monthly reviews, make sure every team level has a defined and repeatable cadence. A consistent MOS cycle prevents surprises and creates operational predictability.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
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Website: https://www.karassinnovations.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lenierjohnson
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Substack: https://karassinnovations.substack.com
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci,#McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte, #StevenBartlett,#petersenge,#KurtLewin,#JohnKotter, #RosabethMossKanter,#DarylConner
14 min - Visible Metrics Primary Catalyst for Excellence S3E24
Title: Make Metrics Visible to Everyone
Description:
KPIs shouldn’t live on spreadsheets buried in inboxes. Display them prominently on boards or digital dashboards where everyone can see them. Visual performance tracking encourages ownership, drives focus, and builds a data-driven culture.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
Subscribe for more insights:
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci,#McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte, #StevenBartlett,#petersenge,#KurtLewin,#JohnKotter, #RosabethMossKanter,#DarylConner
15 min - Daily Shift Meetings Accountability Bedrock or Catalyst S3E23
Title: Daily Shift Meetings Accountability Bedrock or Catalyst
Description:
Daily shift meetings (or Tier 1 meetings) are the heartbeat of a solid MOS. Keep them short and focused—review yesterday’s performance, today’s plan, and current issues. This sets expectations and fosters alignment before the workday begins.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
Subscribe for more insights:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6MqoJ1aZM1VA5cgeWvjlnX?si=86901c0534b14403
https://open.spotify.com/show/3YqjoH6AZg7AdDYHyCwDY0?si=ecc12289b5e84f29
Connect with Us:
Website: https://www.karassinnovations.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lenierjohnson
Meta:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZorbNg72/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Substack: https://karassinnovations.substack.com
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci,#McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte, #StevenBartlett,#petersenge,#KurtLewin,#JohnKotter, #RosabethMossKanter,#DarylConner
17 min - S3E22 Unlock Profit Quantifying Operational Discipline with the MOS Impact Estimator
Title: The Launch of our new MOS Implementation Impact Estimator
Description:
MOS Implementation Impact Estimator
See how strengthening your Management Operating System (MOS) can move the numbers. Answer 20 yes/no questions across core MOS tools and get an estimated revenue uplift, readiness score, and before/after projections for revenue and enterprise value. Tune assumptions (margin, multiple, profiles) and weights, then export or print your results. Built on research from Shift Happens and respected valuation sources (SBA, Moody’s, McKinsey, BizEquity, BVR, Damodaran, Keiter, Paul Pignataro). For directional planning; not a formal valuation.Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
Subscribe for more insights:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6MqoJ1aZM1VA5cgeWvjlnX?si=86901c0534b14403
https://open.spotify.com/show/3YqjoH6AZg7AdDYHyCwDY0?si=ecc12289b5e84f29
Connect with Us:
Website: https://www.karassinnovations.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lenierjohnson
Meta:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZorbNg72/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Substack: https://karassinnovations.substack.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/karassinnovations.bsky.social
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci,#McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte, #StevenBartlett,#petersenge,#KurtLewin,#JohnKotter, #RosabethMossKanter,#DarylConner
13 min - Shift Happens Season Two Wrap-Up and Q&A S2E21
Title: Shift Happens Season Two Wrap-Up and Q&A S2E21
Description:
- This is the last podcast for season 2
- We would like to thank everyone for your support over the past two seasons.
- Season 3 will have more One on One’s with industry experts, business owners and practitioners.
- The first 20 episodes follow each chapter of my book Shift Happens: How to Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day. The podcast provides commentary for each chapter. Directional to an audio book.
- Also want to answer some of the questions that have been sent in over the past 20 episodes.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
Subscribe for more insights:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6MqoJ1aZM1VA5cgeWvjlnX?si=86901c0534b14403
https://open.spotify.com/show/3YqjoH6AZg7AdDYHyCwDY0?si=ecc12289b5e84f29
Connect with Us:
Website: https://www.karassinnovations.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lenierjohnson
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Substack: https://karassinnovations.substack.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/karassinnovations.bsky.social
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci,#McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte, #StevenBartlett,#petersenge,#KurtLewin,#JohnKotter, #RosabethMossKanter,#DarylConner
12 min - Evolving Your Management Operating System for Growth S2E20
Title: Continuously Improve Your MOS Over Time
Description:
Your MOS should evolve as your organization grows. Regularly review and refine the system—remove unnecessary steps, improve meeting effectiveness, and ensure it’s aligned with business objectives. Continuous improvement applies to the system itself.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
Subscribe for more insights:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6MqoJ1aZM1VA5cgeWvjlnX?si=86901c0534b14403
https://open.spotify.com/show/3YqjoH6AZg7AdDYHyCwDY0?si=ecc12289b5e84f29
Connect with Us:
Website: https://www.karassinnovations.com
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Meta:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZorbNg72/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Substack: https://karassinnovations.substack.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/karassinnovations.bsky.social
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci, #McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte
16 min - Clear Escalation Triggers A Business Imperative S2E19
Title: Set Clear Escalation Triggers
Description:
Define clear escalation points when issues cannot be resolved at the frontline level. Teams need to know when and how to elevate problems, so they are addressed at the appropriate management tier without delay.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
Subscribe for more insights:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6MqoJ1aZM1VA5cgeWvjlnX?si=86901c0534b14403
https://open.spotify.com/show/3YqjoH6AZg7AdDYHyCwDY0?si=ecc12289b5e84f29
Connect with Us:
Website: https://www.karassinnovations.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lenierjohnson
Meta:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZorbNg72/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Substack: https://karassinnovations.substack.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/karassinnovations.bsky.social
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci, #McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte
21 min - Prioritizing Data Integrity for Improved Productivity S2E18
Title: Prioritize Data Integrity Over Volume
Description:
More data isn’t always better. Focus on gathering accurate, real-time data that’s actionable. High-quality information gives your team confidence in decision-making and prevents wasted effort on fixing the wrong issues.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode
03:45 – Industry Research
06:30 – Real-World Example
08:00 – Key Differences and Application
10:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway
Resources:
The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog
Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW
Subscribe for more insights:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6MqoJ1aZM1VA5cgeWvjlnX?si=86901c0534b14403
https://open.spotify.com/show/3YqjoH6AZg7AdDYHyCwDY0?si=ecc12289b5e84f29
Connect with Us:
Website: https://www.karassinnovations.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lenierjohnson
Meta:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZorbNg72/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Substack: https://karassinnovations.substack.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/karassinnovations.bsky.social
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu
#ContinuousImprovement,#Podcast,#ProcessExcellence,#Leadership,#Lean,#SixSigma,#TheContinuousImprovementLab,#TheSystemThinkerShow,#MOS #Management Operating Systems,#Project2025,#Sludge,#scottgalloway,#karaswisher,#AnthonyScaramucci, #McKinsey, #Gallup, #Deloitte
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About The Continuous Improvement Lab "Where Process Meets Progress."
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Welcome to The Continuous Improvement Lab, the show where process thinking meets real-world results. Whether you’re a business leader, operations manager, or improvement enthusiast, this podcast is…
your go-to space for actionable insights, proven methodologies, and stories from the front lines of continuous improvement. Join us as we explore cutting-edge strategies, decode process challenges, and share lessons that drive measurable progress in today’s fast-paced industries. It’s time to elevate your systems and take your performance to the next level — one process at a time.