[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What you did not learn in your 6 sigma class There’s a reason that companies call me when they have projects that 6 Sigma alone cannot solve. Today I’m going to share with you the 3 most important things to help you solve problems effectively and efficiently… keys that (*gasp!) your 6 Sigma class…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Cultural Transformation in Your Company Today’s topic is cultural transformation. If you want to transform the entire culture of your company, the first thing you need is a clear vision. If you don’t have a vision others can follow or a mission statement, your company’s culture will not automatically change for the better. Or…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Engineer’s First Day on the Job Today, I want to talk to the young up-and-comers, excited to get started in their careers, and also any managers who are hiring them. Follow me through a typical day on the job of lightning problem solving for a little on-the-spot training! So, you got a job in…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Got Water? How to Tackle A Pesky Water Leak Thanks for joining and get ready to hang on for the wild whitewater rafting ride as we talk about Leaks. Water leaks are extremely simple if you see the entire path. The instructions I’m about to give you should work to solve ANY water leak problem…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] You’re HIRED! The Secret to Hiring GOOD Problem Solvers Hiring good employees can be a difficult task. I’m asked frequently, “Tom, how can I find a good problem solver? And how can I tell GOOD problem solvers from BAD ones?” Oftentimes, I’m already busy on a project and ANOTHER company comes asking me desperately…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees… Part 3: Ongoing Three Questions Today we’re going to talk about the 3 most valuable questions to ask your employees on an ongoing basis. This is the conclusion of my 3-part series called “Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees.” If you somehow missed Parts 1 and…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees Part 2: The 30 Day Challenge Hey guys! Welcome back to Part Two of my 3-Part Series on Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees. I hope you’re up for a challenge! Today we’re going to talk about an awesome 30-day experiment guaranteed to kick it up…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Motivation, Motivation, Motivation!! I’m sure you’ve heard the popular real estate agent mantra – the most important thing in buying and selling homes is LOCATION. Running your company smoothly begins with a similar word and it’s Motivation. This is the first installment of a 3- part series on Questions Managers Should Ask Their Employees…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Solve Any Noise Problem Today we’re going to talk about noise problems. (A topic you’re VERY familiar with if you happen to be a parent…) Whether you’re dealing with a wind noise, a squeak, a creak, a hum, a buzz, or a tizzle, you’ll find that ALL noise problems have 2 things…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Solve Warranty Problems Today First horse out of the gate: REDESIGN. Or is it? To start with, I need to remind you to be extremely careful not to automatically think “Redesign,” when you start having warranty problems. You can always redesign, but redesigns are not only expensive, they also introduce new problems.…