Gotta Go Lean by Jeff Hajek

Leader’s Intent

Jeff Hajek — Sat, 12 May 2012 13:53:01 +0000

The military has a term called “commander’s intent”. It is a part of every mission briefing in which the commander describes success and the purpose behind what he or she wants to achieve. Unfortunately though, in any combat operation, there is a chance that a unit will find itself without its leader. Whether a simple, [...]

How Deep Is Your Team’s Talent?

Jeff Hajek — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:51:13 +0000

I am an avid Chicago fan, despite having left the area over twenty years ago. I still watch the teams whenever I can, and follow them religiously on the web. So, this year has been a huge letdown. The Bears were riding high when their star quarterback, Jay Cutler, was injured. Saying they limped to [...]

Kaizen Kit

Jeff Hajek — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:23:09 +0000

Kaizen kits are packages of tools and supplies that support continuous improvement activities. The purpose of the kit is to streamline the kaizen process by having necessary tools and supplies gathered in advance. The kit, if properly stocked with “artsy and craftsy” materials, or with tools that they would not otherwise think of, can also [...]

The Secret Formula to Success in Anything. (Really, There’s a Formula!)

Jeff Hajek — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:03:40 +0000

Success comes in many different forms. However you define it, though, the formula remains the same. It starts with potential. Think of potential like the energy stored in something. A wound up spring and a gallon of gas both hold potential energy. A person is the same. Everyone has potential that they can tap to [...]

Job Descriptions

Jeff Hajek — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 16:29:59 +0000

Job descriptions exist for nearly every position in nearly every company. They outline the overview of the job, responsibilities, work activities. They should also list job requirements, and clearly spell out which are mandatory, and which are ‘like-to-haves’. Job descriptions are most commonly used for recruiting purposes or during annual reviews.