In this episode, Keith Norris is joined by Jared Ragozzine, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, to explore how companies can turn everyday frontline ideas into real, measurable wins—and build a culture of continuous improvement that actually sticks.
🔻 Why suggestion boxes and Kaizen events aren’t enough to sustain improvement
🔻 How the A6 card helps teams capture, prioritize, and act on quick wins
🔻 The key to unlocking frontline engagement (without becoming the bottleneck)
🔻 What leaders must do to support CI—from approving time to doing a Gemba walk
🔻 Why visual management beats spreadsheets when it comes to momentum
🔻 How to build real CI habits with simple rituals, not massive rollouts
Jared shares practical strategies and real-world stories from nearly a decade of coaching teams—from startups to multi-site manufacturers—and shows how a simple 4x6 card is helping frontline employees everywhere turn their ideas into lasting impact.
🔗 Learn more about Engage Forward: https://engage-forward.com
🔗 Connect with Jared on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredragozzine
🎙 Hosted by Keith Norris – https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithnorris/
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