John Ballis
Lean Samurai
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If your organization can benefit from my expertise in assessing corporate culture, navigating organizational dynamics, and translating corporate strategies into tangible results for sustainable change, then you’ve come to the right place.
“John is one of those rare Lean consultants who knows how to get long term results. You will enjoy working with him. I highly make this recommendation”
– Norman Bodek – Owner, PCS Press – Recognized as the Godfather of Lean.
THE BLOG
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We Have Information Overload On the Subject of Continuous Improvement
To quote Deming, “No Theory, No Learning.” Deming warns that people must fully understand the theory of a continuous improvement before they will embrace learning and apply the detailed tasks required to achieve it.
The Role of the Effective Lean Executive In the Lean Transformation Journey
In other Blogs, I have mentioned the aspects of ‘Lead & Drive’ vs. “Review & Control’ but have not expanded on the terms. Let’s start with Peter Drucker’s definition of the difference between efficiency and effectiveness. Efficiency is getting things done; effectiveness is getting the right things done.
Visual Management Centers
Visual management tool of Lean is a hot topic. Should it be a digital format or a white board work center in a company? Visual management is different than just having a TV monitor or whiteboard on display. In this post I would like to show you the basic principles of creating visual management that call your teams to action. There is more to visual management than recording data. It’s what you do with it versus merely putting graphs together.
How 5S Can Be the Most Powerful Tool to Gain Cultural Buy in and Rapid Cost Reductions
5S is probably the most common lean method applied. It is seemingly simple, progress is visual, and it involves everyone. However, the average lifespan of a 5S effort is a less than a year. This is worse than doing nothing at all. Getting the organization to put this much effort into something and then not sustain it sends the unintended message that their efforts were not valuable. It is disrespectful.
Servant Leadership: Consistency Part 2
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Servant Leadership: “Consistency” Part 1
Consistency for a Lean leader is a must. A trusted leader maintains a calm and collected demeanor, even under fire. Their staff are therefore more likely to approach with great ideas, as well as with legitimate concerns.
Servant Leadership: Compassion
A trustworthy leader gets to know their employees, listens to their concerns, and responds in a meaningful way. No coddling them; a trustworthy leader expects their team members to perform their jobs professionally. But a trusted leader knows that no one is perfect.
Servant Leadership: Competency
Too many Leaders pretend or lack the real hands-on knowledge of LEAN and most leaders have never done or completed a project. A good to great leader invests time in getting to know the issues, expand their skills, and making participation a daily ritual.
Servant Leadership: Commitment
What is commitment in the context of driving a Lean transformation? A Lean transformation is not an event or program, it is a mindset and a journey. Commitment to the mindset and journey is demonstrated by staying in the present and being fully engaged throughout the entire process. Commitment from a trusted leader builds trust and motivates the team… It means persevering despite setbacks.
4 Keys to DNA-Level Transformation
Transforming your company’s culture from the inside-out is the promise and guiding principle behind my 3rd book “Lean Your Way”. As discussed in my book, one of the main areas of opportunity for catalyzing DNA-level transformation throughout your organization, and as you begin to create a vision and set priorities for your strategic kickoff, careful consideration should be given to the following points.
The Samurai Mindset →
Practical applications of the warriors mindset in driving organizational change.
LEAN Studies →
A look at successful and unsuccessful implementation of LEAN methodologies.
Industry News →
The latest developments and opportunities in the world of process improvement.
Hi! I’m John Ballis. Welcome to my Dojo.
My track record of implementing process improvements for bottom-line results has afforded me the certification of Samurai Master Black Belt Expert of LEAN. If you’re looking for an innovative and resourceful professional, an operational strategist with hands-on experience in executive leadership and operational excellence management, then you’ve come to the right place.
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