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Why They Fail ... and the Simple Key to Success!

Why They Fail ... and the Simple Key to Success!

By: Kevin Clay
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 Tired of watching continuous improvement efforts crash and burn? So are we. "Why They Fail" dives headfirst into the brutal truth behind failed Lean Six Sigma deployments, exposing the myths, the mistakes, and the outright absurdities that plague organizations worldwide. Forget the sugar-coated success stories—we're here to dissect the disasters, from executives who think training is optional to lone Green Belts drowning in unrealistic expectations. But it's not all doom and gloom. We'll also reveal the surprisingly simple key to unlocking sustainable success: ditching the quick fixes and building a rock-solid foundation. Buckle up, because this podcast is a no-holds-barred, reality check that will transform the way you think about continuous improvement.© 2025 Six Sigma Development Solutions, Inc.
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  • Why Continuous Improvement Fails (WTF!)

    Why Continuous Improvement Fails (WTF!)
    May 19 2025
    Click “Subscribe” to view all the Podcast Channels you can listen to “Why They Fail”. Why They Fail! Podcast Intro Episode #1 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 […] Chapters
    • (00:00:01) - Welcome to Why They Fail
    • (00:00:35) - Host Introduction & Podcast Premise
    • (00:01:20) - Introducing WTF!
    • (00:02:22) - Common Pitfalls & “Common Sense” Failures
    • (00:02:55) - Specific Examples of How CI Fails
    • (00:03:40) - Addressing the Negative Perception
    • (00:04:19) - Preview of Upcoming Episodes
    • (00:04:47) - Episode 2 Preview: Fad Diet CI?
    • (00:05:55) - Episode 3 Preview: The “Paper Belt”
    • (00:07:57) - Episode 4 Preview: The Six Sigma Blind Spot (COO Story)
    • (00:08:53) - Episode 5 Preview: The “One-Hit Wonders”
    • (00:10:12) - How to Avoid CI Failure
    • (00:10:43) - Get the FREE Book & Learn How to Succeed
    • (00:11:54) - Will You Repeat These Mistakes?
    • (00:12:21) - Outro & Engagement
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