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Episode 136: Lean, Leadership, and the Power of Reflection with Lorraine Armijos

In this episode, I speak with Lorraine Armijos, a seasoned Lean consultant, executive coach, and founder of LAR Insights. Lorraine brings nearly 20 years of experience helping healthcare leaders apply Lean in meaningful, lasting ways. She explains that Lean isn’t just a set of tools; it’s a mindset grounded in respect for people and continuous improvement.

We talk about how Lean often fails when it becomes a “flavor of the month” initiative with no long-term commitment. Lorraine makes it clear that real Lean work starts with humility. Leaders must go see, ask questions, and listen deeply to…

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