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Six Sigma and/or Lean certification in the UK – HELP?
so annoyed! asked: Can someone please explain certification in Six Sigma and/or Lean techniques please? I have been trying to find out about this but no one seems to know. Quite a few consulting jobs via recruitment agencies require ‘Six Sigma’ certified or ‘Lean Six Sigma’ but there does not appear to be an accreditation body, at least not in the UK. What is to stop people (i.e. me) from reading a book and claiming to … Read entire article »
Filed under: Six Sigma
Toyota abandon just-in-time? No way. – Automotive News
The Toyota Production System has made Toyota the best auto manufacturer in the world. Yet we’re supposed to believe that Toyota would abandon it because there might be a disruption to U.S.-only models like the hot-selling (ahem) Tundra … Original post: Toyota abandon just-in-time? No way. – Automotive News … Read entire article »
Filed under: Leadership
9/11 Coincidences?
jeremy asked: The Coincidence Theorists Guide to 9/11 That governments have permitted terrorist acts against their own people, and have even themselves been perpetrators in order to find strategic advantage is quite likely true, but this is the United States we’re talking about. That intelligence agencies, financiers, terrorists and narco-criminals have a long history together is well established, but the Nugan Hand Bank, BCCI, Banco Ambrosiano, the P2 Lodge, the CIA/Mafia anti-Castro/Kennedy alliance, Iran/Contra and the rest … Read entire article »
Filed under: Strategic Planning
How can I get a certification of green or black belt in six sigma without attending to school?
tristan asked: I mean I want to get a certification but I want to try to study for myself probably and online course.Learn More On Anything … Read entire article »
Filed under: Six Sigma
Friendship: The Simple Secret Of Coaching Leaders
by Joel Comiskey My coach never spends time with me,” the hurting leader confessed . “He administrates me, directs me, and even continues to exemplify small group leadership. But what I really want is a friend. I want someone to take me out for coffee, to occasionally ‘hang out with.’” As a researcher, I’ve spent many hours trying to discover the principles behind effective coaching. I’ve searched for secret formulas and hidden mysteries. When I finally found … Read entire article »
Filed under: Coaching
How can you get a position which requires a certified Six Sigma specialist if all you have is the certificate?
ginger2006 asked: A friend of mine has his green belt certification but not any “hands-on” experience with Six Sigma. When he applies for a job which requires a Green Belt specialist, he is always given the feedback that they need someone with more experience.. What do you suggest?Speed Up Your PC Free … Read entire article »
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How can I obtain a recognized six sigma certification?
Pedro from Miami asked: Include details such as web sites, exams, books, costs, self study recommendations, etc.Help Get Rid Of Arthritis … Read entire article »
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Making Better Choices in 2009
by Cheri Cowell Statistics tell us 90% of Americans will make New Year’s resolutions. Sadly, 50% of us will have abandoned our goals by the end of January. Of those still holding on to hope, only 50% will be realized. So, why do we continue this tortuous ritual? Perhaps it is the hope that this year we will make better choices. This year, we tell ourselves, will finally be the year we turn that corner, flip … Read entire article »
Filed under: Goal Setting
stress management for a natural worrier?
Elle asked: i know that i worry about dumb stuff that i have no control over, but i just can’t help it. the doctor said that that’s just the way my brain is wirred. so i need some good stress management tecniques that i could do anywhere anytime and something that i can do daily to reduce my stress and worry overall. what would you suggest?Breast Cancer Facts … Read entire article »
Filed under: Stress Management
2009 Continuous Improvement Conference Keynote Announced: A Study …
There attendees will see the most mature implementation of the Toyota Production System (TPS) outside of Japan (from which the Lean philosophy was derived). The tour of the 7.5-million-square-foot facility will offer a look at Toyota’s … Originally posted here: 2009 Continuous Improvement Conference Keynote Announced: A Study … … Read entire article »
Filed under: Leadership, Success
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