In this podcast episode, we dive into a fascinating conversation with Chad Bareither, an Operations Management Consultant and the author of the book “Improve Less: The Focus and Align Framework for Sustainable Improvement.” Chad shares insights on his journey into continuous improvement, his unique consulting approach, and the philosophy behind his book.

Key Points:

1. Chad’s Background in Continuous Improvement: Chad’s introduction to Lean Six Sigma during his time with the US Army set the stage for his career in operations management consulting.

2. Partnering with Organizations: Chad’s consulting approach focuses on collaboration and skill development within organizations rather than offering quick fixes.

3. The “Improve Less” Philosophy: The title of Chad’s book reflects his philosophy of prioritizing fewer improvements to ensure their sustainability and effectiveness.

4. The Five-Step Focus and Align Framework: Chad outlines the five steps involved in implementing his framework, which includes setting clear improvement goals and building a management system around them.

5. Leadership’s Role: Chad emphasizes that leaders play a crucial role in sustaining improvements and discusses the importance of setting successors up for success.

Chad Bareither’s insights into sustainable improvement through the Focus and Align framework offer a valuable perspective for businesses seeking to enhance their performance. By focusing on clear goals and aligning efforts, organizations can achieve more with less.

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Show resources:

Improve LESS book – https://amzn.to/46EvpO7

Bareither Group Consulting – https://www.bareithergroup.com/

Chad Bareither on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-bare…