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Lean Leadership – Are You a Lean Leader?

11/16/2014

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          Lean requires strong leadership and collaboration.  The old dictator style of leadership is not Lean.  The Lean style of leadership involves the hands on work (non-delegation) of the leader standing side-by-side with the employees in a work environment where it is okay to fail.   As Charles Dickens said:  “Every failure teaches a man something, if he will learn.”  The “leader” who refuses to learn is not a leader. 

            So, what qualities should a Lean leader have?  Outstanding listening and communication skills, the ability to learn from mistakes, and a willingness to empower employees to achieve their goals and obtain success are just a few.   Other qualities a Lean leader should have are: 

o   A Lean leader is trusted

o   A Lean leader is concerned and care about others

o   A Lean leader focuses on results and relationships with employees

o   A Lean leader is ethical

o   A Lean leader does not hold employees back

o   A Lean leader keeps his ego in check; he is not a know-it-all

o   A Lean leader motivates every employee to take action and engage them with a compelling mission and vision

o   A Lean leader has the assertiveness to drive outcomes and the ability to overcome adversity and resistance

o   A Lean leader creates a culture of accountability

o   A Lean leader makes decisions that are based on productivity, not politics.

            Businesses with leaders who have the above qualities are more successful.  They have recognized the value of Lean leadership.  As a result, they have higher profitability, productivity, and quality (fewer defects); lower turnover; less absenteeism and shrinkage (i.e., theft); and fewer safety incidents.              

            What kind of leader are you?  Are you a Lean leader?

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    Lori Siwik and Mark Siwik are the founders of SandRun Risk.  They apply the principles of vertical leadership and lean six sigma to the discipline of risk management.  From time to time they share their blog with guest authors who write about important risk management principles.

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