Reflections on Leadership

Reflections on Leadership

wave-separator
Search
Japan Trip November 2024 Highlights

The 6th cohort of my Japan Study Trip leadership program in November 2024 was another incredible experience. 18 global leaders joined me to explore lean leadership, customer service, and operational...

Episode 31 - How Reflection Fuels Growth Celebrating One Year of Chain of Learning
Episode 31 - It’s Chain of Learning’s first anniversary this month! And it’s the time of year for gratitude and thanks – and for reflection. Thank you for listening and...
Episode 30 - Fostering Excellence Through Joy and Respect for People by Stephanie Bursek
Episode 30 - Has your organization been making progress on its continuous improvement journey, only to find things starting to stall? Is your team hesitant to share ideas, or are...
Episode 29 - Accelerate Decision-Making_ Innovate through the Unknown by Atif Raf
Episode 29 - Do you ever feel like you're stuck between chaos and bureaucracy, unable to break free from the status quo? You are probably facing a common challenge that...
Episode 28 - Leading Organizational Transformation the Right Way with Cindy Hinds
Episode 28 - Do you ever feel stuck as a leader? It may seem like no matter how many problems you solve or tools you implement, you're still not seeing...
Ep27 3 Practices to Become a Skillful Facilitator
Episode 27 - Ever felt like your meetings or workshops aren’t moving the needle? How would you like to facilitate your next work session with confidence and ensure that your...
Episode 26 - Harness the Power of Storytelling in Leadership to Inspire Action with Carol Cox
Episode 26 - Want to inspire action in your presentations and transform your message from boring to unforgettable? The secret: it’s not data and facts that create impact — it's...
Episode 25 - Getting Results Through the Power of Serious Leadership with Kecia Kelly and Amy Chaumeton
Episode 25 - Do you and your leadership team feel burdened by solving all the problems that get in the way of achieving the results your organization needs You’re not...
Episode 24 - Deming’s Journey to Profound Knowledge with John Willis
Episode 24 - If you're passionate about continuous improvement, quality, or operational excellence, chances are Dr. W. Edwards Deming has shaped your journey—even if you haven't realized it yet. But...
Episode 23 - Create a Winning Link in Your Strategy with Billy Ray Taylor
Episode 23 - What does “winning” mean to you as a leader? And what is your leadership role in creating a winning strategy and organizational culture? According to Billy Ray...
Episode 23 - Leading to Learn Part 2_ The Power of Reflection with Isao Yoshino
Episode 22 - Have you ever paused to reflect on the critical moments of your life and realized their impact on your own trajectory and others' lives? In this special...
Episode 21 _ Leading to Learn Part 1_ Build A Chain of Learning with Isao Yoshino
Episode 21 - Today’s guest has influenced tens of thousands of leaders worldwide, and he's the subject and inspiration for my book, Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn. Now, he's...

Take my FREE Change Katalyst™ self-assessment now!

Sign up today to get a free copy of the Take my FREE Change Katalyst™ self-assessment.

Get your own copy of the 4-Box Problem-Solving Tool

Sign up today to get a free copy of the 4-box problem-solving tool.

Download My Plan-Do-Check-Adjust Framework

I want the "Leading to Learn: People Centered Practices to Develop a Culture of Learning" webinar slides!

In addition to the webinar slides, you will also be signed up for Katie’s periodic newsletter, which you can opt out of at any time.

Get the Create a Life Tapestry Art Project Instructions

Enter your email to get access to the life tapestry instructions.

How to Ask Effective Questions

All newsletter subscribers get a copy of Isao Yoshino’s tips on “How to Ask Effective Questions” from our joint session on asking effective questions. Sign up here!

Download Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn Book Sample

Dive into Isao Yoshino’s Letter to the Reader and learn from his first mistake at Toyota. By sharing your information, you will also be subscribed to Katie’s periodic newsletter to be the first to know about new articles, events, and other learning experiences!

Download a PDF of the article "If You Think Lean is Inherently Japanese, Think Again"

Sign up below and receive a PDF of the article I wrote for Planet Lean “If You Think Lean is Inherently Japanese, Think Again”!

Get Personal Improvement A3 Coaching Tips!

Develop your coaching skills to develop others. Download the Personal Improvement A3 Coaching guide!

Start living and leading with intention today!

Do you want improve yourself as a leader, coach or learner? Getting started with an intentional practice of daily reflection can accelerate your learning. Enter your email address below to download the Daily Reflection Template.

Isao Yoshino’s Leadership Credo

Sign up here and get your copy of Isao Yoshino’s leadership credo!

Learning to Lead Leading to Learn Book

Top 10 Toyota Leadership Lessons

Receive a PDF of the first top 10 leadership lessons and insights that I learned from Mr. Isao Yoshino, a leader at Toyota for over 40 years. These lessons and more inspired us to create the bestselling book “Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn.”

Learning to Lead Leading to Learn Book

Access the Book Bonus Resources

Get the downloadable bonus material and additional resources referenced throughout the book. By sharing your information, you will receive access to all the bonus resources — as well as new resources as they become available.