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Paul Akers: (EP 90) Lean is not about speed, it's about quality. Speed is the byproduct of pursuing quality.
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Paul Akers: (EP 90) Lean is not about speed, it's about quality. Speed is the byproduct of pursuing quality.
FromThe Lean Effect
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Length:
53 minutes
Released:
Mar 23, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
In this episode, Paul Akers, Founder, and President of FastCap, which began in Paul's garage in 1997, author of five books, speaker, Lean maniac, two-time ironman, and instrument-rated pilot, discusses his path and experiences. He emphasized the four improvement criteria, which are safety, quality, simplicity, and speed. Paul discussed how he implements lean principles in both his professional and personal life. Paul’s favorite book is “Good to Great by Jim Collins “, have you read it? Check out all our guests book top book recommendations here” and let us know your favorite. https://theleaneffectpodcast.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheLeanEffectPodcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/272448766629082/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lean-effect-podcast/ Insta: @theleaneffectpodcast Twitter @EffectLean Guest: Paul Akers https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulakers/ paul@fastcap.com Host: Mark Dejong: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-de-jong-investor-lean-advisor-0288695/ Mark@4ppartners.ca https://www.4ppartners.ca Phone: 1-778-807-9691
Released:
Mar 23, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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