Welcome to the very first episode of "WTF!" - Why They Fail! Join host Kevin Clay, a seasoned Master Black Belt and President of Six Sigma Development Solutions, Inc., as he pulls back the curtain on the frustrating reality: over 90% of Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts ultimately fail.
Forget motivational fluff. This podcast dives headfirst into the real, unfiltered reasons behind these failures, dissecting the short-sighted decisions, leadership missteps, and organizational shortcomings that sabotage even the most well-intentioned initiatives. Based on insights from Kevin's book, "Why They Fail," this introductory episode sets the stage by exploring:
If you're tired of seeing CI projects fizzle out, expensive training yield no results, and leadership not truly walking the walk, you're in the right place. This episode is a must-listen to understand the core problems and get a glimpse of the keys to building phenomenal, sustainable change. Don't miss learning how to avoid becoming another statistic!
Find links in the show notes for a FREE copy of Kevin's book "Why They Fail" and to learn more about Six Sigma Development Solutions, Inc.'s training options.
Tune in, buckle up, and let's get real about why they fail, so you can learn how to succeed!
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[ 0:00] Welcome to Why They Fail
[ 0:34] Host Introduction & Podcast Premise
[ 1:20] Introducing WTF!
[ 2:22] Common Pitfalls & "Common Sense" Failures
[ 2:55] Specific Examples of How CI Fails
[ 3:40] Addressing the Negative Perception
[ 4:19] Preview of Upcoming Episodes
[ 4:47] Episode 2 Preview: Fad Diet CI?
[ 5:55] Episode 3 Preview: The "Paper Belt"
[ 7:57] Episode 4 Preview: The Six Sigma Blind Spot (COO Story)
[ 8:53] Episode 5 Preview: The "One-Hit Wonders"
[10:12] Join Us to Avoid Failure
[10:43] Get the FREE Book & Learn How to Succeed
[11:54] Final Thoughts: Learn or Repeat
[12:21] Outro & Engagement
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