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From Mailbags to Master Black Belts: How Laziness, Purpose, and Cartoons Power Continuous Improvement

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Top 5 Takeaways from the Episode:

1. CI Is a People Game, Not Just a Process Game

Gary Cox’s book, Cultivating Champions of CI, emphasizes that sustainable continuous improvement (CI) isn’t about tools or theory—it’s about developing people, mindsets, and a culture that values thoughtful problem-solving over quick fixes.

2. The Four P’s of Meaningful Change

Beyond People, Process, and Purpose, Gary introduces a fourth essential “P”: Problem-solving. When processes break, people instinctively create workarounds. Organizations need to nurture transparency and curiosity to tackle root causes instead of patching symptoms.

3. Standardize to Improve, But Don’t Worship the Standard

Standardization creates a necessary baseline—but it’s only a snapshot in time. Businesses must continuously adjust that baseline to reflect evolving goals, technologies, and customer expectations. “Standard until better” is the motto.

4. Culture Beats Tools—Every Time

While Six Sigma tools and AI can accelerate analysis, real transformation only happens when leaders connect individual growth to business needs. Empowering people with purpose turns process improvement into a shared journey, not just a checklist.

5. Cartoons, Curiosity, and Career Growth

Gary’s creative side (his “Cox Box” cartoons) and his unconventional journey from letter carrier to national CI director show that playfulness and openness to opportunity can be powerful leadership tools—especially when helping others grow.

We hope you enjoy our BPM Podcast.
Subscribe and stay tuned for more.
Please send us your comments and questions to
[email protected]

  continue reading

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Top 5 Takeaways from the Episode:

1. CI Is a People Game, Not Just a Process Game

Gary Cox’s book, Cultivating Champions of CI, emphasizes that sustainable continuous improvement (CI) isn’t about tools or theory—it’s about developing people, mindsets, and a culture that values thoughtful problem-solving over quick fixes.

2. The Four P’s of Meaningful Change

Beyond People, Process, and Purpose, Gary introduces a fourth essential “P”: Problem-solving. When processes break, people instinctively create workarounds. Organizations need to nurture transparency and curiosity to tackle root causes instead of patching symptoms.

3. Standardize to Improve, But Don’t Worship the Standard

Standardization creates a necessary baseline—but it’s only a snapshot in time. Businesses must continuously adjust that baseline to reflect evolving goals, technologies, and customer expectations. “Standard until better” is the motto.

4. Culture Beats Tools—Every Time

While Six Sigma tools and AI can accelerate analysis, real transformation only happens when leaders connect individual growth to business needs. Empowering people with purpose turns process improvement into a shared journey, not just a checklist.

5. Cartoons, Curiosity, and Career Growth

Gary’s creative side (his “Cox Box” cartoons) and his unconventional journey from letter carrier to national CI director show that playfulness and openness to opportunity can be powerful leadership tools—especially when helping others grow.

We hope you enjoy our BPM Podcast.
Subscribe and stay tuned for more.
Please send us your comments and questions to
[email protected]

  continue reading

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