Posts by Andrew Stotz
The Importance of Studying
Today, Mark Graban discusses the lack of organizations studying W. Edwards Deming’s practices for his Lean Blog. For more information, read my observations underneath. Embed from Getty Images Many organizations “implement Lean” or practice “improvement science,” but don’t have a real chance to study and put into practice the true core of Deming’s PDSA…
Coffee Farms with Vineyard Influences
Russell Hayward for LinkedIn reveals the viticulturist influences that are happening to coffee farming in Brazil. Check out my summaries below. Embed from Getty Images Coffee farms in Alta Mogiana, Brazil, look like they have been taking their cues from French vineyards rather than from classic coffee growing techniques Traditionally, coffee trees are planted…
Be at One with Your Audience
Michael Mamas, writing for Entrepreneur, shares his masterful public speaking practices. Read my top takeaways from his article below. Embed from Getty Images Casual asides and in-jokes may seem like they would lighten the mood of your presentation but they can work against you, distancing you from your audience Take your cues from them…
Smart Thinking On Investing – April 14
Smart Thinking On Investing – April 14 Heading up this week’s Smart Thinking, Kristin Wong helps us have constructive financial discussions with our parents for Lifehacker. Brian Preston of The Money Guy Show demonstrates how to start and manage your emergency fund. And Natalia Lusinski, for Bustle, gets real about what millennial women are up…
The Recipe for Success
Jennifer Cohen of Forbes writes of the habits of successful people today. I gleaned some key insights from her piece below. Embed from Getty Images Be persistent in all your endeavors; passion and hard work will drive you towards all of your goals Setting out with motivation will get you so far but be…