Podcasts about Problem Solvers

Episode Description: To stop the POGs' prediction network, Max and Molly realize they need help—and fast. However, they are torn on whether or not they can trust Charlene.  To test her honesty, they recreate an experiment with a “lost” wallet stuffed with cash. Will Charlene pass the test?  As math, probability, and human behavior collide, the Problem Solvers learn that trust might be the most valuable currency of all. Math Concepts: Ratios and fractions; Percent conversion; Probability and win–loss percentages in sports; Division and rounding; Estimation and Averages; Multiplication with large numbersHistory/Geography Concepts: Real-world behavioral science experiment on lost wallets (conducted across 40 countries); Quarantine and disease prevention (mono); The concept of global research studies and data collection

Send us a textClick here for Free MasterclassWhy smart, self-aware people get stuck in rumination - and how safety, not more thinking, creates change...Tired of doing everything “right” and still feeling stuck?This episode with Dr Amen Kaur explores a hard truth many capable, self-aware people face: when a sharp, analytical mind tries to heal emotional pain through more thinking, rumination takes over. It feels productive and addictive at times - but research shows it often magnifies negative emotion, narrows perspective, and predicts depression, anxiety, relapse, and stalled healing.If you grew up intelligent, self-reliant, and undertrained in emotional regulation, your brilliance may actually be working against you - not because you're broken, but because your nervous system never learned how to feel safe before solving problems.In this episode, I share the turning point from my own journey- how insight kept piling up while real-life results didn't change and ground it in long-term psychological research. Large-scale longitudinal studies show that rumination predicts the onset of depression (even in people who weren't depressed to begin with), increases anxiety and trauma symptoms, and is linked to poorer outcomes in talk-based therapies when rumination isn't addressed directly.We break down what actually helps: • Why problem-solving fails when the nervous system is dysregulated • How rumination keeps you stuck in defense instead of healing • Why insight alone doesn't create relief • How biological safety restores clarity, context, and forward momentumYou'll learn how compassion interrupts the inner courtroom, why your body—not your thoughts—holds the signal for change, and how to recognize the exact moment to shift from thinking to sensing.We also explore how rumination hijacks attention, causes you to miss real opportunities right in front of you, and keeps highly intelligent people stuck for years - not because nothing changes, but because their system can't perceive change.You'll leave with practical, body-led prompts you can use today:regulate first, name the feeling without judgment, then choose the next small, grounded action.Your mind isn't broken. It's brilliant and overburdened.Give it a safer body to think from, and clarity returns naturally.If this resonates, follow the show, share this episode with someone who overthinks, and leave a quick review to help others find it.

LeMay Takes Command and the Napalm Tests — James M. Scott — Scott profiles Curtis LeMay as a "hardscrabble" problem solver and pragmatist who financed his university education through brutal labor in steel mills, contrasting sharply with the aristocratic intellectual background of Hansell. Scott characterizes LeMay as a pragmatist willing to circumvent bureaucratic procedures and institutional constraints to achieve military objectives, including the unorthodox practice of utilizing opium to compensate native tribes for rescuing downed American airmen behind Japanese lines. Scott details the American military's systematic preparation for urban firebombing operations through development of napalm incendiary weapons and intensive testing conducted on a meticulously constructed mock Japanese village in the Utah desert, complete with traditional tatami mats and wooden structures representative of Japanese residential architecture, to validate incendiary weapon effectiveness against wooden urban construction. Scottdocuments that LeMay systematically concludes that Hansell's high-altitude precision bombing doctrine represents an "unsolvable equation" doomed to perpetual failure, prompting LeMay to contemplate radical tactical reorientation. 1934 TOKYO

Send Jackie A Message!Is your team constantly bringing you problems instead of solutions? Do you find yourself answering "What should I do?" multiple times a day? If so, you've accidentally trained your team to stay dependent on you—and now you're the bottleneck to your own growth.In this episode, we'll break down the "Incomplete Tasks / Bring-Me-Problems" employee pattern and show you exactly how to fix it through better leadership, not harder work.You'll learn:The 3 studio-specific examples that show you have this problem (unfilled sub requests, upset members, incomplete strategies)Why your team doesn't even know they're doing this (and how to illuminate the pattern without shame)The exact script to re-establish expectations around 100% ownership vs. 60% completionThe 3-part ownership framework to teach your team how to own tasks from start to finishHow to coach instead of correct (and why solving problems for your team keeps them dependent)The difference between assignment mode and ownership mode—and how to help your team make the shiftWhen and how to close the loop with accountability (without micromanaging)This episode is for yoga and Pilates studio owners, boutique fitness business owners, and any entrepreneur managing a team who wants to scale without being the constant problem solver.Listen now to learn how to build a team of leaders who bring you outcomes, not problems.Work with Jackie Murphy Say Hi on Instagram @studioceoofficial Level up your Marketing Skills in the Free Marketing Training:https://www.jackiegmurphy.com/3-marketing-mistakes Learn more about The Studio CEO Program: https://www.jackiegmurphy.com/studioceo

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, Elizabeth Luna shares her journey from corporate marketing to becoming a full-time real estate problem solver in San Antonio. She discusses the importance of networking, building strong contractor relationships, and adapting to market changes. Elizabeth emphasizes the need for continuous education and creative strategies in real estate investment, offering valuable insights for both new and experienced investors.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

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Washington is full of both. Yesterday, Stigall was on Capitol Hill talking with the former. Members of the House's Republican Study Committee. Their objective was to message to you that first, they have an agenda they believe is working and two, they're not done. It's ultimately up to you if you like what you hear or not. We'll have bonus content coming later in the week featuring even more members who didn't make it today's show. Today, you'll hear Rep. Tom Emmer go OFF on his governor Tim Walz, Rep. Eric Burlison with a real idea to fix Obamacare, and Rep. August Pfluger of Texas explains what the RSC is all about. Plus, are Crisis Pregnancy Centers targets of New Jersey government? Sure seems that way and it seems like that what Justice Clarence Thomas thought. Hear his aggressive line of question directed at New Jersey's Attorney General's office, and Carrie Severino of the Judicial Network explains the case in full. Plus, the governor of West Virginia updates us on the health of the surviving Guardsman and the two grieving families in his state after they were ambushed by a terrorist on the streets of Washington D.C. And can you believe - of all places - they're still mandating the stupid shot for school kids?! -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The People Centric Podcast, we dig into problem solving and why people approach it so differently. Some of us love to brainstorm out loud. Some of us want to listen first. Some jump in fast. Others need time to think.   We talk about how leaders can develop their teams to either bring problems, bring solutions, or bring both in a healthy and useful way. Then we break down how our communication styles show up when we face challenges.   From the Whiteboarders who think best by talking through ideas, to the Empathizers who focus on people first, to the Go Getters who drive action, to the Outliners who want to build a plan step by step, every style has strengths. And every style can create friction if we are not aware of how we problem solve.   We explore how to use these differences to build better conversations, better solutions, and better workplaces.   Have questions about this topic? Want to ask for advice from our team? Have a topic suggestion? Just want to say Hello? Do it! We love hearing from you and here is how you can get us:   Website: www.peoplecentric.com/contact Direct Email: podcast@peoplecentric.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplecentricUS YouTube: @PeopleCentricUS

Great artists aren't just talented — they're problem solvers, investigators, and lifelong students.In this conversation, I sit down with Sheri Sanders, who has spent 20+ years as an actor, educator (Rock The Audition / Vocal & Performance Coach) and is currently earning her Master's in Dramaturgy across the pond in Leeds, England. Together, we go on a powerful deep-dive into what it really takes to grow as an artist in today's rapidly shifting industry.We explore what it means to make intentional choices, build community, stay curious, and understand the why behind the work — not just the notes, but the story, the purpose, and the deeper human truth that brings material to life.Sheri also shares wisdom on how the business has evolved over the decades, what today's industry demands, and how performers can stay grounded, empowered, and purposeful as they navigate their own creative journey.

Stigall's question for the day: Who's working to solve problems and make things better versus who's simply sniping at the President and his team and their ideas for the country. This week we'll hear from the White House on everything from an obamacare fix, to A.I., potential peace deals, and more. Still, some it seems offer only complaint. Not Steve Moore who's remarkably bullish today - particularly on A.I. The President launched something called Genesis Mission yesterday and some Trump backers seem very split. As expected, a judge throws out the indictments of James Comey and Laticia James. Josh Hammer joins us to explain the justification for the judge's decision and what's likely to happen next. And the Treasury Secretary wants you to put on pants when you're flying, for Pete's sake! -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Igor explains how real ideas form by focusing on problems, asking sharper questions, and using constraints to spark solutions. He shows why waiting for inspiration fails, how fast action creates better ideas, and how to borrow and adapt winning concepts from other industries. This approach trains your mind to lock onto a target and solve it with precision.

Igor explains how real ideas form by focusing on problems, asking sharper questions, and using constraints to spark solutions. He shows why waiting for inspiration fails, how fast action creates better ideas, and how to borrow and adapt winning concepts from other industries. This approach trains your mind to lock onto a target and solve it with precision.

Great artists aren't just talented — they're problem solvers, investigators, and lifelong students.In this conversation, I sit down with Sheri Sanders, who has spent 20+ years as an actor, educator (Rock The Audition / Vocal & Performance Coach) and is currently earning her Master's in Dramaturgy across the pond in Leeds, England. Together, we go on a powerful deep-dive into what it really takes to grow as an artist in today's rapidly shifting industry.We explore what it means to make intentional choices, build community, stay curious, and understand the why behind the work — not just the notes, but the story, the purpose, and the deeper human truth that brings material to life.Sheri also shares wisdom on how the business has evolved over the decades, what today's industry demands, and how performers can stay grounded, empowered, and purposeful as they navigate their own creative journey.

This powerful message challenges us to examine the password we're using to access God's presence—and that password is praise. Drawing from Psalm 100, we discover that entering God's gates isn't about our performance or perfection, but about our posture of gratitude and worship. The sermon unpacks how praise is actually the language of faith itself, speaking before we see and thanking before we receive. We're reminded that the Israelites' 11-day journey took 40 years because of their complaining and unbelief, while Paul and Silas turned a prison into a praise party and experienced miraculous deliverance. The core revelation here is that praise changes our position before it changes our condition—it shifts our focus from the problem to the Problem Solver. This isn't about denying reality or pretending everything is perfect; it's about developing a learned behavior of blessing the Lord at all times, just as David instructed his own soul in Psalm 103. When we cultivate gratitude as a lifestyle rather than a reaction to favorable circumstances, we unlock dimensions of God's presence and faithfulness that transform our entire perspective on life's challenges. Welcome to Relevant Church Live, the online campus of Relevant Church located in Daytona Beach, Florida. We pray that through this service you find your place, reveal your purpose, and unlock your potential! We pray this message blesses you and gives you the strength you need to do and be all that God has called you to do and be! Leave a comment below letting us know how this message impacted you today, we'd love to chat with you! #RelevantChurch #SoThankful #Gratitude #Thanks #PastorChrisSarno #OnlineChurch #RelevantChurchDaytonaBeach #Church #ChurchOnline #RelevantChurchFlorida -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Give: Text to Give: Text your amount to 888-364-4483 Online Giving: Visit our website http://www.relevantfl.org/giving to give via debit, credit, or ACH Mail It In: Send gift Via USPS to 920 Beville Rd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stay Connected: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @RelevantChurch Relevant Church Website: https://www.relevantfl.org/ Relevant Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevant_fl/ Relevant Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RelevantFL Relevant Church TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relevant_fl Relevant Church App: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1615804850?fbclid=IwAR3aHqo_6kr8Tzd_JK6xihjfJkVk6j7-iqITDj1u1wFicDLn6g6C29gL3LY Rkidz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rkidzfl Relevant Youth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevantflyouth/ Relevant Church Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nUtPIkecEehfstUWWPIVU?si=QBMEtu85SyuU3FxRM1X7lg&nd=1 Pastor Chris Sarno's Website: https://www.chrissarno.tv/ Chris Sarno App: http://www.chrissarno.tv/app -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scripture References: Psalm 100:1-5 (TPT) 2 Corinthians 9:7 (KJV) Psalm 22:3 Colossians 2:7 Psalm 103:1-2 1 Corinthians 10:9-13 (TPT) 2 Timothy 2:24-26 Psalm 77:3 Acts 16:25 Lamentations 3:22-23 Deuteronomy 7:9 Hebrews 11:11 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunday, November 23rd 2025 Pastor Chris Sarno Relevant Church The Password Is Praise | So Thankful | Pastor Chris Sarno So Thankful | Week 4 | Sunday, November 23rd 2025 | Pastor Chris Sarno | Relevant Church

In this short episode, Humanergy's David Wheatley shares a powerful story about an engineering leader who learned to shift from solving problems himself to building a team that could solve them.Discover how one simple visual tool helped transform his leadership, empower his team's critical thinking, and free him to focus on what truly matters—leading.Learn more leadership tools and insights at humanergy.comLearn more about Humanergy's work: https://www.humanergy.com Join the Humanergy community on LinkedIn. Sign up for our FREE leadership workshops.

Episode Description: Summoned to a High Tribunal – Max and Molly must defend their claim that a Mole has infiltrated The Order of Problem Solvers. After passing a high-pressure test, they argue their case—but nothing goes as planned. But in a twist, they discover that nothing might actually be the answer to their problems – and that perhaps the best Mole… is no Mole at all! Math Concepts:  Measuring time using heart rate; Division with remainders: 273 ÷ 78 = 3 + 39/78; Reducing fractions using divisibility rules; Divisibility rule for 3 (digit sum test); Identifying prime numbers.History/Geography Concepts:  Logic tests and tribunals (judicial structure, evidence, burden of proof); Concepts of espionage, infiltration, and “false leads.”; Idiom origins: “wild goose chase.”; Critical thinking and evaluating assumptions vs. evidence. 

Jason Feifer discusses how to advance your career by creating winning LinkedIn content. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why LinkedIn matters even when you aren't job hunting2) What most get wrong about personal branding 3) The trick to getting your posts seen on LinkedInSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1110 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JASON — Jason Feifer is the editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine, a startup advisor, host of the podcasts Build For Tomorrow and Problem Solvers, and has taught his techniques for adapting to change at companies including Pfizer, Microsoft, Chipotle, DraftKings, and Wix. He has worked as an editor at Fast Company, Men's Health, and Boston magazine, and has written about business and technology for the Washington Post, Slate, Popular Mechanics, and others.• LinkedIn: Jason Feifer• Newsletter: OneThingBetter.email• Website: JasonFeifer.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The Three-Body Problem (The Three-Body Problem Series, 1) by Cixin Liu• Past episode: 664: Dr. Robert Cialdini on How to Persuade with the 7 Universal Principles of Influence• Past episode: 848: How to Quickly Grow and Future-Proof Your Career with Jason Feifer• Past episode: 997: How to Push Past Self-Doubt and Find the Confidence to Pursue Big Things with Pat Flynn and Matt Gartland• Past episode: 1089: Mastering New Skills and Information Overload through Lean Learning with Pat Flynn— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode Description: It's the holidays, and Max and Molly are ready for two weeks of cookie-eating and cocoa-sipping—until a mysterious package arrives down the chimney. When the gift leads them to a riddle-filled party at Problem Solver HQ – fun Math games turn into accusations including Max making a shocking claim – that a Mole might be among the Problem Solvers! Math Concepts:  Multiplication for calculating time off from school; Probability and odds; Multiples of 3 and 4; Prime number identification; Reinforcement of number theory and divisibility rules.History/Geography Concepts: Ethical reasoning and logic in problem-solving; Historical references to “stooges” and wrongful accusation through time; Probability in games of chance and its real-world implications.

Times Ticking was featured on Entrepreneur's Problem Solvers podcast! The episode is out now, and the hosts called it “one of the most tactical and actionable interviews in a long time.” We had a great time sharing our story and breaking down the strategy behind how we bring timepieces to life. Hope you enjoy the episode! Entrepreneur's Problem Solvers podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ZT6XUncMPXlbXPdTFrdUe

Episode Description: Max and Molly suspect one of their own might be a Mole inside the Problem Solvers. But when their investigation takes them on a mission to ancient Europe to save… cabbage, things spiral out of control—literally. As they battle Trolls, numbers, and paradoxes, they learn some problems can't be solved in straight lines. Math Concepts:  Division of time and averages; Multiplication and proportion; Order of operations; Geometry: comparing circle vs. square perimeter-to-area ratios; Perimeter and circumference formulas: History/Geography Concepts:  Ancient Greece and Zeno's Dichotomy Paradox (motion as illusion); Western Europe around 1000 BCE and early cultivation of Brassica oleracea (wild cabbage).

Two leaders. Two worlds.Elon Musk leads with fire, speed, and relentless ambition.Ratan Tata led with empathy, integrity, and purpose.In this soulful episode, Gaurav Arora sits down with leadership coaches Nirupama Subramanian and Rajesh Ramakrishnan — a couple who've spent decades helping CEOs, founders, and changemakers balance performance with purpose and power with compassion.Together, they explore:⚡ How Elon's hustle culture contrasts with Tata's human-centred leadership.

You're really good at solving problems. And that's exactly why your business is still chaos.Every time you swoop in and fix something, every time you're the hero who saves the day, you're building a dependency instead of a business. In this episode, I'm breaking down why your problem-solving superpower is secretly your kryptonite—and what to do about it.We're talking about the identity trap that keeps capable entrepreneurs stuck in firefighter mode, why being needed feels so good (even when it's destroying you), and the three specific steps you can take this week to shift from solving problems to preventing them.This one's going to challenge you. But if you're ready to stop being everyone's emergency contact and start being an actual CEO, let's dig in.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:✅ Why being good at solving problems keeps your business dependent on you ✅ The identity trap that makes letting go feel like losing your value ✅ The difference between firefighter mode and CEO mode (and which one you're actually in) ✅ How to shift from reactive problem-solving to strategic problem prevention ✅ Three practical steps to break the addiction to being needed ✅ Why your team will never develop judgment if you keep giving them answers ✅ How to build systems that scale instead of staying the bottleneckWHO THIS EPISODE IS FORThis episode is perfect for you if:You're constantly solving the same problems over and overYour team asks permission for everythingYou can't take a day off without everything falling apartYou know you should delegate but you're faster at doing it yourselfYou feel guilty when you're not solving problemsYour business growth is stuck because you're the bottleneckYou're working 50+ hours a week but revenue isn't growingYou want to build a business that runs without youREFLECTION QUESTIONSAfter listening, ask yourself:When was the last time I solved a problem that someone else could have handled?What am I afraid will happen if I stop being the person who fixes everything?If I'm honest with myself, am I a firefighter or a CEO?What's one recurring problem I could build a system for this month?Am I solving this problem, or am I feeding my need to be needed?SHARE THIS EPISODEKnow an entrepreneur who's amazing at solving problems but stuck in their business? Send them this episode. Sometimes we all need permission to stop being the hero.Thanks for listening! Connect With Me:

Miracles—barring the creation of the world—always start with problems. No problems, no miracles.

Are you waiting for a promotion to start leading? STOP. Leadership isn't about your position on an org chart—it's about your influence, clarity, and purpose. In this game-changing episode, executive coach Bernadette Boas reveals why everyone is already a leader and how to elevate your value starting TODAY.If you're a corporate professional, people manager, or HR leader who wants to drive real results without waiting for permission, this episode is your blueprint.

On this episode of the Founder Shares podcast, host Trevor Schmidt is joined by Chelsey Warren, Founder and Principal of Spark People Advisory, and employment lawyer Ashley Pittman (Hutchison PLLC), who tackle the critical "people" aspect of any growing company. Chelsey shares her strategic approach to hiring, retention, and knowing when to bring in HR expertise, while Ashley provides the essential legal perspective on compliance, noting how rules change as a company crosses employee count thresholds. The discussion covers practical, tough topics for founders, including best practices for consistent interviewing to avoid costly mishires, why candid feedback is more effective than formal performance improvement plans (PIPs), and the legal best practices for termination, emphasizing the value of severance and non-disparagement agreements to mitigate risk.

This week's guests are Sarah Tilkens and Leah Roe. Ron, Sarah, and Leah discussed the problem solver revolution, building trust in yourself and others, working with younger generations, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn:  A favorite quote (2:16) How Sarah and Leah met (4:15) Ron's confession (9:25) Building a culture of problem solvers (11:15) His advice for when trust isn't where it should be (13:23) Trusting yourself (17:34) The problem solver revolution (22:32) How kaizen plays a role (25:49) Working with the younger generations (29:11) The most important concept Ron took away from today's episode (37:33) Podcast Resources Right Click to Download this Podcast as an MP3 GA 275 | Leading vs. Serving with Sarah Tilkens GA 408 | Lean and Life Coaches with Sarah Tilkens GA 474 | Integrating Coaching and Lean with Sarah Tilkens GA 568 | Lean and Talent Development with Sarah Tilkens Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah's Website Leah on LinkedIn Leah's Website Get All the Latest News from Gemba Academy Our newsletter is a great way to receive updates on new courses, blog posts, and more. Sign up here. What Do You Think? How do you build trust in yourself? In coworkers?

In this episode, Bradley challenges the popular notion that business owners should be the "Chief Problem Solver" (CPS) of their organization. Instead, he argues that taking on this role keeps you stuck as the rainmaker and bottleneck in your business. Bradley shares a practical framework for empowering your team to solve problems independently while maintaining effective leadership.Actionable TakeawaysStop being the first point of contact for all problems in your organization.Implement the 1-3-1 framework with your team starting today.Train your team to be resourceful before coming to you.When you do provide answers, explain your reasoning to build their capability.Remove the "Chief Problem Solver" hat from your leadership closet entirely.Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we're just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we've got you covered. Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Make sure you mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast to get 50% off your one time onboarding fee!Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every single business day - optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities. With their continuous, hands-off recruiting approach, you can save time, reduce hiring costs, and receive pre-screened candidates, all without paying any hiring fees or commissions. More money & more freedom: that's what Autopilot Recruiting help business owners achieve. Visit https://www.autopilotrecruiting.com/ and don't forget to mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast.Direct Clicks is built is by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that deliver real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide the comprehensive digital marketing your business needs to grow. Here's an exclusive offer for Above The Business listeners: Visit directclicksinc.com/abovethebusiness for a FREE marketing campaign audit. They'll assess your website, social media, SEO, content, and paid advertising, then provide actionable recommendations. Plus, when you choose to partner...

Send us a textIt's here — the Word Problem Workshop book is officially out in the world! Every teacher knows the struggle — students disengaged, confused, or quick to say, “I'm not a math person.” This book was born out of that challenge. It's a response to years of listening to teachers, watching classrooms, and realizing something had to change.

Whitney shares three life-changing practices that reduced her anxiety—meditation with red light therapy, using Brick to limit social media, and consuming news only in written form. She then answers a caller's question about being the parentified golden child expected to solve all family problems while maintaining surface-level relationships with a mother and sisters who refuse deeper connection. Red light therapy: https://amzn.to/48i5OyN 00:00 October at Calling Home: Illness and End of Life Caregiving 04:40 Three Changes That Dramatically Reduced My Anxiety 14:28 Q&A: The Golden Child Who Had to Solve Everything 19:28 When Children Are Trapped Between Victim and Perpetrator Parents 22:51 The Golden Child Who Doesn't Feel Golden 25:42 How to Maintain Relationships Without Real Connection Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles. Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466 Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠⁠ Follow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhit Follow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmft ⁠⁠Order Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity⁠⁠ Learn more about ad choices. Visit podcast.choices.com/adchoices This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's QB to QB segment, Drew Brees comments on the state of the New Orleans Saints. He breaks down what he's seeing from the offensive scheme, how head coach Kellen Moore is bringing the team together, and what Spencer Rattler still has to work on as a starting quarterback.

Send us a textIn this episode of Math Chat, we welcome Amanda, a teacher who has completely transformed her math instruction through Word Problem Workshop (WPW). Together, we dive into the powerful shifts she's made in her teaching practice, and how these changes have influenced her students' growth, confidence, and love for math. If you're looking for inspiration and practical tips for your own classroom, this episode is for you!Amanda opens up about her own experiences with math as a student and how it shaped the way she now teaches. Reflecting on her "before and after" moments, she shares how moving from a more traditional approach to Word Problem Workshop has radically changed her perspective—and her students' results.Listen, Subscribe, and Leave a Review!This episode offers a wealth of insight from a teacher who's experienced firsthand the power of Word Problem Workshop. If you're ready to transform your own math instruction, be sure to subscribe, listen to the full episode, and leave a review. And don't forget to grab your copy of Word Problem Workshop: 5 Steps to Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers—it could be the tool you need to empower your students today!Transform how your students tackle word problems with Word Problem Workshop — a fresh, research-backed framework that shifts the focus from “what to do” to how to think. This book walks you through five predictable instructional steps that build confident problem solvers — not calculators. Pre-order now at monamath.com/book Not to mention you'll get tons of Preorder bonuses when your purchase before 10/24/2025.

Host Landry Signé sits down with some of the world's top global leaders and stakeholders as they reflect on the United Nations' work at the heart of global peace, sustainable development, multilateral cooperation and institutional reform during this historic 80th General Assembly. This is the first episode of a three-part series reporting from the sidelines of the General Assembly.; Show notes and transcript Foresight Africa podcast is part of the Brookings Podcast Network. Subscribe and listen on Apple, Spotify, Afripods, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Send feedback email to podcasts@brookings.edu.

Follow our YouTube Channel!This week Nicole loses her mind over Eric's tendency to try to solve her problems. Also this week:How do you pronounce "vehemently?" Nicole madded me. Our first Body Cam Challenge! "This can go two ways: MY way, or really bad for you."Nicole vents a little about an acquaintance turning a friend from the church. You should Buy Nicole a Coffee!The Nicole and Eric Facebook Page! Our IG!

Cheryl Einhorn is the founder of Decisive, a decision sciences company that trains people and teams in complex problem solving and decision-making skills using the AREA Method. AREA is an evidence-based decision-making system that uniquely controls for and counters cognitive bias to expand knowledge while improving judgment. Cheryl developed AREA during her two decades as an award-winning investigative journalist writing for publications ranging from The New York Times to Foreign Policy Magazine, Barron's and Harvard Business Review.Ever wonder why some people make decisions easily while you agonize?Cheryl Einhorn introduces her AREA method that helps counter cognitive biases while expanding knowledge and improving judgment.• AREA stands for Absolute information, Relative information, Exploration, and Analysis• Decision-making isn't a solo activity but built on a collaborative backbone• Cognitive biases like confirmation bias and liking bias narrow our focus and limit effectiveness• There are five problem-solver profiles: Adventurer, Detective, Listener, Thinker, and Visionary• Each profile has different strengths and potential blind spots in decision-making• Understanding different profiles acts as a "trust accelerator" in relationships• Seeking input from profiles different from your own can help overcome analysis paralysisTake the free problem-solver profile quiz at app.areamethod.com and learn more about Cheryl's work at areamethod.com. Look for her upcoming book "The Human Edge: Better Decisions in the Age of AI" in spring 2026.Where to find Cheryl:Website: https://www.areamethod.com/Other links: https://app.areamethod.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylstrausseinhorn/She is the author of three books: Problem Solved, A Powerful System for Making Complex Decisions with Confidence and Conviction, about personal and professional decision-making, and Investing In Financial Research, A Decision-Making System for Better Results about financial and investment decisions. Her new book about Problem Solver Profiles and the psychology of decision-making, Problem Solver, Maximizing Your Strengths To Make Better Decisions, was published in the Spring of 2023.Hello from your host, Carol Clegg – your mindset and accountability coach for women coaches, entrepreneurs and small teams! As a coach or heart led entrepreneur, you know all the right tools and strategies to support your clients—but when it comes to applying them to yourself, it's easy to get stuck. You might find it hard to prioritize self-care, stay motivated, or maintain a positive mindset, especially when juggling the demands of your business. That's where I come in. I love helping women reconnect with their own practices. Together, we'll explore what's getting in the way, reignite your motivation, and put the right tools in place to support your well-being. If you're ready to start prioritizing your own mindset and motivation, take my complimentary “Insights into You” (aka Saboteur discovery assessment” and follow up with a free coaching session to explore your results. Take your assessment here, or visit carolclegg.com for more details. BOOK your ✅ 30-minute complimentary exploration call HERE Let's connect on LinkedIn and Instagram, or join my LinkedIn Group Flourish: A Community for Women Business Owners ...

In this KaiNexus Continuous Improvement webinar, Mark Graban (author, speaker, consultant, and Senior Advisor at KaiNexus) is joined by Tracy O'Rourke (Lean consultant, coach, and co-author of The Problem-Solver's Toolkit) for a powerful session on:“Leveraging Psychology for Effective Behavioral Change with Process Gemba Walks.”Get slides and moreGemba walks are a cornerstone of Lean and continuous improvement, but too often they fail to create real change. Why? Because simply walking the floor and asking questions isn't enough. To truly shift behaviors and sustain improvements, leaders need to understand the psychology of how people think, feel, and respond in the workplace.In this webinar, you'll learn how to:✅ Use psychology to make Gemba walks more effective and engaging✅ Identify behaviors that support or undermine a culture of improvement✅ Encourage employees to speak up without fear, building psychological safety✅ Avoid the pitfalls of Gemba walks that feel like “management by walking around”✅ Reinforce positive change through coaching and structured follow-up✅ Apply practical strategies for habit formation, motivation, and cultural alignmentTracy shares lessons from her work helping organizations implement Lean in healthcare, government, and private industry, while Mark offers insights from his books Lean Hospitals, Measures of Success, and The Mistakes That Make Us. Together, they highlight how blending Lean tools with behavioral science leads to stronger, more sustainable results.Who should watch:Leaders seeking to improve employee engagement and cultureLean practitioners and continuous improvement professionalsManagers frustrated by Gemba walks that don't “stick”Anyone interested in connecting psychology, leadership, and operational excellenceResources & Links:Learn more about KaiNexus Continuous Improvement SoftwareExplore our full webinar libraryTracy O'Rourke's resources

The glucose projector is a simple but powerful idea that can only come from someone who lives with type 1 – and sleeps with it! John DeLeo created a digital readout of CGM data that displays the number, and the time, right on the ceiling. John was diagnosed with type 1 in his 40s. We'll talk about his diagnosis, what lead him to this invention, the long road of bringing it to market, and more. Learn more about Glucose Projector here  This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Join us at an upcoming Moms' Night Out event! Learn more about studies and research at Thrivable here Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom  Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.

You may have read or heard advice given to men saying "Don't try to fix her" or they will mess up their marriage! Are you a brilliant problem solver who is facing a problem that you don't seem to be able to fix in your relationship? In this episode I explain how our problem solving expertise can have us focused on the wrong things which then has us show up in a way that creates pressure and anxiety in the relationship instead of the relaxation, fun, ease and intimacy that we really want.In our coaching, we help men get a powerful new mindset that empowers you to give, love and connect more deeply because you're finally doing that within yourself first. This mindset allows empathy, trust and connection to happen because you're confident in who you're being. We teach skills and knowledge that nobody ever teaches men when we're younger. Skills and knowledge that make you feel confident and in control even when chaos is going on around you. It's amazing what you can achieve when you make yourself a priority. Most men don't.   They are too busy taking care of everyone else.  Too busy minding the store and making the money.   They are focused on the "outside game" of winning life. But their "inside game" of confidence and clarity is suffering badly. You can only improve your inside game with other men. We would love to help you become more calm, more strong emotionally and more confident and happy in who you are as a man. Come and join us, either through 1-on-1 coaching with my colleague Dan Dore or me, or in our group coaching program with other amazing men who are travelling the same path as you right now in our Men's Live Coaching Roundtable. There's an amazing tribe of guys in this group with us, supporting and helping each other through this process of growth and self realization. https://goodguys2greatmen.com/goodguys2greatmen-live-coaching-roundtable/ If you're facing possible divorce, we have an online course which is specifically for you - Defuse the Divorce Bomb: https://mojopolis.thinkific.com/courses/HDDB-preview?ref=a53950 What if this next year everything changed for you? That's what we want for you brother, We love teaching men these tools - how to be better, how to know who you are, what you stand for, what you want and how to CREATE it in your life through our Masculine Confidence coaching programs. Dan and I are here to guide you on this mission.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ Steve's book Straight Talk Tools for the Desperate Husband will help you to lead yourself and your relationship back to good health. Understand why your partner acts the way she does toward you and learn how to lead your life in the direction you want it to go. You CAN have the relationship you want, fulfilling all your desires while maintaining love and respect.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/straight-talk-tools-for-the-desperate-husband/ We also have a free e-book to help men learn how to lose their fear and be more bold in their marriage to create the love and connection they want. Get The Hard to Swallow Truth About Saving Your Marriage: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/ If you want to learn more about how to take a bigger step toward being a clear-headed, confident man of action, then find out more here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ We would be thrilled to help you get there - our first discovery call is always free and always gives you a BIG boost of confidence. You WILL become a clearer, stronger, more confident man only through other men. Your woman cannot take you there - and she doesn't WANT to...trust us on that. Sign up to receive our email newsletters for lots more free tips and advice here: https://archive.aweber.com/stevemain Subscribe to be notified whenever we upload a new video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13h36xaBvyTPVAES4-4rXw?sub_confirmation=1 You can watch all our videos here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/video-library/ Or read our blog articles here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/blog/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/goodguys2greatmen-podcast--4650431/support.

“If you walk away without creating a commitment, we don't have it. There's no teeth in the game.” Karin Hurt Top Five Tips For Navigating Workplace Conflict1. Building  human connection2. Creating clarity3. Cultivating curiosity4. Achieving commitment5. Using power phrases TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:25 Creating connections before needing to address difficult conversations.05:10 Conflict cocktails which are complex conflicts caused by remote work and global teams.12:40 Scheduling follow-up meetings to ensure commitments are met and conflicts are resolved.14:00  "go-to" phrases that help in different dimensions of conflict resolution Where to find Karin?Website                           www.LetsGrowLeaders.com LinkedIn                          https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-hurt-7ab25910  Karin Hurt BioKarin Hurt helps human-centered leaders find clarity in uncertainty, drive innovation, and achieve breakthrough results. She's the Founder and CEO of Let's Grow Leaders, a global leadership development firm known for practical tools and techniques for human-centered leaders.  A former Verizon Wireless executive with more than two decades of experience in sales, customer service, and human resources, Karin is known for growing courageous leaders, building great cultures, and inspiring high-performance teams.Since 2013, Karin and her husband, David, have grown tens of thousands of leaders on every continent (except Antarctica) with their leadership development programs and keynotes. In addition to encouraging courage around the world, they also provide clean water to the people of Cambodia through their Winning Wells philanthropic initiative.Karin is an award-winning author of five books, including:Courageous Cultures – How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers and Customer AdvocatesPowerful Phrases for Dealing With Workplace Conflict: What to Say Next to Destress the Workday, Build Collaboration and Calm Difficult CustomersShe is the host of the popular LinkedIn show, Asking for a Friend. And she was recently named by Inc. Magazine as a Top 100 Great Leadership Speaker.

The bipartisan House Problem Solvers Caucus unveiled a new permitting reform framework this week that aims to speed the construction of energy and infrastructure projects. But after years of gridlock and failed attempts, can Congress finally get a deal across the finish line? POLITICO's Josh Siegel breaks down what's in the new proposal, why the Problem Solvers are taking the lead, and what obstacles still stand in the way. Plus, the White House is pulling its nominee to run the Bureau of Reclamation.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.   Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.   Ben Lefebvre is the deputy energy editor at POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.    For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch    And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy    Our theme music is by Pran Bandi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Registration linkTo be presented Sept 30 at 5 pm ET by Tracy O'Rourke.Do you have a painful process, but people don't seem to want to embrace change to improve it? Does it seem that people are comfortable with the status quo? One of the most powerful Change Management tools you have is…Gemba Walks!  Tracy O'RourkeCo-Author "The Problem-Solver's Toolkit" Co-Founder of the Just-in-Time Café Co-Host of the Just-in-Time Café podcast Master Black Belt UC San Diego Instructor Parody Music Video CreatorA process improvement ZEALOT! we'll explore the psychology behind Gemba Walks specificallyrelated to some of the concepts shared in “Switch” by Chip & Dan Heath andwhy Gemba Walks are a MUST when you need difficult change to be easier

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Sign Up For The FREE 28-Day Basketball IQ Email Course: https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/28dayemailcourseIf you've ever been confused about what drills or workouts will actually make you better at basketball, this video will clear it up. Most players waste time chasing the “perfect” program, but real improvement comes from following the right principles.In this video, I'll break down the six laws of getting better at basketball. Once you understand and apply them, progress is no longer a question of if—it's only a matter of when.I've also launched a free 28-Day Basketball IQ Email Course. Each day you'll get a short, actionable lesson to help you train with purpose, play with confidence, and finally see results in real games. You can join free at the link at the top of the description.Online Programs:https://www.visiondrivenbball.com/store00:00 – Stop Wasting Time: The 6 Laws of Basketball Improvement01:00 – Law #1: Presence — Why Showing Up Wins02:30 – Law #2: Edge of Ability — Train Where You Fail05:56 – Law #3: Specificity — Practice What You Play08:22 – Law #4: Purposefulness — Train With a Goal, Not a Wish09:03 – Law #5: Discomfort — Growth Lives in Struggle11:11 – Law #6: Creativity — Become a Problem Solver on the Court13:46 – Person Before Player — The Key to Lasting Success

Money can't protect you from trouble as well as wisdom and righteousness can.Reading Plan: Old Testament - Proverbs 8-11Psalms - Psalm 104:29-35Gospels - Luke 16:19-31New Testament - 2 TImothy 1Visit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

Enter to win a copy of "The Problem Solver's Toolkit" by Tracy O'Rourke and Elisabeth Swan by September 12.Organizations invest thousands of dollars and countless hours into lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement training programs. Certifications get awarded. Belts get earned.But nothing actually changes.Technical problem-solving training alone isn't enough to drive meaningful impact. Without guidance and support on how to apply problem-solving tools—and the people-side of leading change—improvements stall. In this episode of Chain of Learning, I'm joined by Tracy O'Rourke and Elisabeth Swan, co-founders of the Just-in-Time Café and co-authors of "The Problem-Solver's Toolkit." With more than 50 years of combined Lean Six Sigma experience, they've trained and coached thousands of problem-solvers across industries—from healthcare and government to manufacturing and service—helping teams turn knowledge into real results.Whatever problem-solving method you use—DMAIC, PDCA, or an A3—you'll walk away with practical insights to help you bridge the gap between knowledge and action.YOU'LL LEARN:Why traditional training programs fail to create lasting problem-solving capability—and what to do insteadThe importance of bringing others along in a change project and staying flexible and curious as the work evolvesWhy successful and sustainable problem-solving requires both technical know-how and people skillsHow to engage teams, navigate change, and keep momentum going while leading a process improvement team How to close the gap between learning and doing by turning skills into real-world resultsABOUT MY GUESTS:Tracy O'Rourke is a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, and co-founder of the Just-in-Time Café. As a sought-after consultant, instructor, and speaker with over 25 years of experience, Tracy specializes in cultural change, leadership development, strategic alignment, and process improvement. Elisabeth Swan is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, award-winning author of “Picture Yourself a Leader”, and co-founder of the Just-in-Time Café. Elisabeth brings decades of experience helping Fortune 100 companies and nonprofits embrace conscious leadership and continuous improvement. IMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes: ChainOfLearning.com/51My website for resources and ways to work with me KBJAnderson.comConnect with Tracy O'Rourke: linkedin.com/in/tracy-orourkeConnect with Elisabeth Swan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabethswanFollow me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kbjandersonDownload my free KATALYST™ Change Leader Self-Assessment: KBJAnderson.com/katalyst Get your copy of the “Problem-Solver's Toolkit”: www.jitcafe.com/book My Japan Leadership Experience: kbjanderson.com/japantrip TIMESTAMPS FOR THIS EPISODE:01:37 The inspiration behind the “Problem Solvers Toolkit” 02:54 The disconnect between what is education and what leads to retention 04:22 The aha moments in creating the revised second edition in leading process improvement05:55 Potholes and detours as a metaphor in process improvements not going the perfect way06:36 The journey of continuous improvement in taking your team on the journey with you07:26 Incorporating road games in getting the team involved in problem solving11:03 What led Tracy and Elisabeth to want to help people in leading process improvement13:31 The real meaning of being a leader — more than just being a senior executive16:04 The difference between lean and Six Sigma18:24 Why the process steps matter more than the name19:22 Why people feel lean has failed20:38 Additional learnings in making the second edition of “The Problem-Solver's Toolkit” 21:53 Changes made in the second edition including graphics, examples and templates22:19 What the Just-in-Time Café digital toolkit includes 25:23 How to solve problems based on solving similar problems27:19 The 5S Baby spoof music video inspired by process solving tools29:12 The next spoof song based on root cause analysis33:16 Elisabeth's takeaways from the Japan Leadership Experience in seeing worker happiness34:53 The importance of focusing on human happiness and engagement for growth36:53 Tracy's takeaways from the Japan Leadership Experience 40:00 Top recommendation for being the most effective in getting traction in solving problems41:41 The importance of building curiosity to get to know people and their experiences43:34 What is involved in successful problem-solving44:14 How to close the gap between learning and doing Enter to win a copy of "The Problem Solver's Toolkit" by Tracy O'Rourke and Elisabeth Swan by September 12. Apply today for the Japan Leadership Experience — last chance to join the November 2025 cohort. Applications also open for May 2026.

from microsoft to $700 million in real estate Feras Moussa's Syndication Journey How does someone go from a Microsoft engineer to managing over $700 million in multifamily real estate? On this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we sit down with Feras Moussa, co-founder of Disrupt Equity, who shares his incredible journey from tech to becoming a real estate syndication powerhouse. Jeff and Feras talk about: Why real estate isn't just for the rich—and how anyone can start The real reason most real estate investors fail Systems thinking, KPIs, and what it takes to scale a company fast EOS, hiring strategy, and building elite teams What operators get wrong about property management How to evaluate risk-adjusted returns and avoid analysis paralysis Why GSD (“Get Sh*t Done”) is Feras' #1 core value Whether you're a small business owner sitting on cash flow or an aspiring investor, this episode is a masterclass in wealth creation, risk management, and scaling high-performing teams.

from microsoft to $700 million in real estate Feras Moussa's Syndication Journey How does someone go from a Microsoft engineer to managing over $700 million in multifamily real estate? On this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we sit down with Feras Moussa, co-founder of Disrupt Equity, who shares his incredible journey from tech to becoming a real estate syndication powerhouse. Jeff and Feras talk about: Why real estate isn't just for the rich—and how anyone can start The real reason most real estate investors fail Systems thinking, KPIs, and what it takes to scale a company fast EOS, hiring strategy, and building elite teams What operators get wrong about property management How to evaluate risk-adjusted returns and avoid analysis paralysis Why GSD (“Get Sh*t Done”) is Feras' #1 core value Whether you're a small business owner sitting on cash flow or an aspiring investor, this episode is a masterclass in wealth creation, risk management, and scaling high-performing teams.

Pastor Troy Marshall tells us about how God's intent for creating us was to live through us and show people His will. Everything He has, we have! we have His Spirit without measure or limitation. The Fullness of God and His presence is who He is. We can't get soullessly addicted to just His character. We can't enter into His presence with worship, we enter it with praise! We can't hide in our worship. God has four main Ark-a -types: King, Lover, Warrior and Problem Solver. We can't be addicted to just one! We have to love the prudence and wisdom of God just like we love His presence! God wants to add more dimensions to us so we can manifest more at different levels. When we are in an identity crisis, it only matters what God says we are. Who does God say you are? what is God currently speaking to you about? We have to ask Him this. We have to pray for The Fullness of God!

My guest for Episode #532 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Anne Frewin, a seasoned Lean leader with over 12 years of improvement experience in healthcare, laboratories, and manufacturing. Updated with the correct audio Episode page with video, transcript, and more Anne's background in finance and healthcare administration provided her with a unique entry point into Lean -- first supporting improvement efforts through data, and then stepping fully into the role of change agent. She shares the story of how a persistent mentor who always asked "why" helped her shift from just reporting metrics to developing problem-solving thinking and leading transformation efforts herself. In this conversation, Anne and I explore how Lean principles, such as respect for people, effective idea systems, and a problem-solving culture, manifest in real-world settings. She explains why she prioritizes coaching people to become relentless problem solvers and how systems like visual management and simple idea boards, when supported with good questions, can lead to safer, more efficient work. We also discuss how Lean applies differently (but effectively) across industries, the balance between improvement and documentation, and how to avoid siloed thinking when solving cross-functional challenges--especially in healthcare. "A strong idea system is the first real show of respect for people--it tells the frontline we value their insight and want them to own the solution." Anne also shares her perspective on Lean, Six Sigma, and Lean Six Sigma, offering a practical framework for how these approaches can coexist while serving different purposes. Throughout the episode, we reflect on systems thinking, psychological safety, and the importance of learning through experimentation. Whether you're in healthcare, manufacturing, or any people-centric industry, Anne's passion for leadership development and continuous improvement offers valuable insights. Questions, Notes, and Highlights: How did you first get exposed to Lean, and why did it resonate with you? Looking back, did your mentor's persistent "why" questions help develop your thinking more than if he had been directive? How would you explain the concept of a Lean operating system to an executive unfamiliar with it? What's the difference between "respecting people" and "respect for people" in your view? Can you share an example of an effective idea system that truly engages frontline staff? How do you balance employee-generated ideas with the need for leadership support and coaching? What's your approach to helping people decide whether to use a rapid improvement event, an A3, or a PDSA cycle? What are the three questions you use to evaluate whether an idea is safe to try? How do you coach teams to iterate and learn from problems when working across functional silos? Can you share a healthcare example where process mapping revealed hidden breakdowns or assumptions? How do you handle improvement suggestions that require significant changes, like IT systems or facility layout? How do you view the relationship between safety, quality, delivery, and financial performance? What's your perspective on Lean vs. Six Sigma vs. Lean Six Sigma, based on your experience? How do you see variation reduction as part of Lean, not just Six Sigma? What was it like moving from healthcare into manufacturing? What was surprisingly transferable? Did you encounter documentation or quality systems in manufacturing that got in the way of improvement? How do you deal with the extremes--either lack of standardization or over-control through documentation? What reflections do you have about the human side of improvement--what helps people succeed in these systems? This podcast is part of the #LeanCommunicators network. 

Got a team member who always finds what's wrong but never what's right?In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we walk through five key ways to lead someone out of constant complaining—and into real contribution.Separate the Person from the Behavior (00:02:52)We show how to approach chronic negativity with curiosity and care, not condemnation.Name the Impact, Not Just the Complaint (00:05:49)Learn how to help them see how their words are affecting morale and team dynamics.Shift Their Identity From Problem-Spotter to Problem-Solver (00:08:24)Redirect that critical energy toward meaningful, solution-focused action.Build a Culture That Rewards Contribution, Not Criticism (00:11:14)We explore how to recognize and reinforce the right behaviors—so others follow.Coach Progress, Not Perfection (00:17:20)Real change takes time. Here's how to keep coaching consistently and patiently.Action Items (00:22:37)Quick steps to help complainers take ownership and turn into culture-builders.Additional Resources (00:23:39)Check out our blog on Unhealthy Attitudes: How Your Leadership Mindset Impacts Your TeamConclusion (00:23:57)Complainers can change—with the right leadership. Let's lead with clarity and care.

My guest for Episode #532 of the Lean Blog Interviews Podcast is Anne Frewin, a seasoned Lean leader with over 12 years of improvement experience in healthcare, laboratories, and manufacturing. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Anne's background in finance and healthcare administration provided her with a unique entry point into Lean -- first supporting improvement efforts through data, and then stepping fully into the role of change agent. She shares the story of how a persistent mentor who always asked "why" helped her shift from just reporting metrics to developing problem-solving thinking and leading transformation efforts herself. In this conversation, Anne and I explore how Lean principles, such as respect for people, effective idea systems, and a problem-solving culture, manifest in real-world settings. She explains why she prioritizes coaching people to become relentless problem solvers and how systems like visual management and simple idea boards, when supported with good questions, can lead to safer, more efficient work. We also discuss how Lean applies differently (but effectively) across industries, the balance between improvement and documentation, and how to avoid siloed thinking when solving cross-functional challenges--especially in healthcare. "A strong idea system is the first real show of respect for people--it tells the frontline we value their insight and want them to own the solution." Anne also shares her perspective on Lean, Six Sigma, and Lean Six Sigma, offering a practical framework for how these approaches can coexist while serving different purposes. Throughout the episode, we reflect on systems thinking, psychological safety, and the importance of learning through experimentation. Whether you're in healthcare, manufacturing, or any people-centric industry, Anne's passion for leadership development and continuous improvement offers valuable insights. Questions, Notes, and Highlights: How did you first get exposed to Lean, and why did it resonate with you? Looking back, did your mentor's persistent "why" questions help develop your thinking more than if he had been directive? How would you explain the concept of a Lean operating system to an executive unfamiliar with it? What's the difference between "respecting people" and "respect for people" in your view? Can you share an example of an effective idea system that truly engages frontline staff? How do you balance employee-generated ideas with the need for leadership support and coaching? What's your approach to helping people decide whether to use a rapid improvement event, an A3, or a PDSA cycle? What are the three questions you use to evaluate whether an idea is safe to try? How do you coach teams to iterate and learn from problems when working across functional silos? Can you share a healthcare example where process mapping revealed hidden breakdowns or assumptions? How do you handle improvement suggestions that require significant changes, like IT systems or facility layout? How do you view the relationship between safety, quality, delivery, and financial performance? What's your perspective on Lean vs. Six Sigma vs. Lean Six Sigma, based on your experience? How do you see variation reduction as part of Lean, not just Six Sigma? What was it like moving from healthcare into manufacturing? What was surprisingly transferable? Did you encounter documentation or quality systems in manufacturing that got in the way of improvement? How do you deal with the extremes--either lack of standardization or over-control through documentation? What reflections do you have about the human side of improvement--what helps people succeed in these systems? This podcast is part of the #LeanCommunicators network.