Stop letting your change team FAIL

Lee Horton addresses a critical challenge faced by change teams in large organisations: the need to practice what they preach. He emphasises the importance of change teams not only facilitating change for others but also engaging in self-improvement and problem-solving within their own functions. L…

The importance of strategic allignment and the 2 types of change teams

Lee explores the dual roles of change teams within businesses likening them to doctors and fitness instructors. He emphasises the importance of aligning change initiatives with long-term strategic goals rather than focusing solely on short-term fixes. Lee discusses the critical need for change team…

3 Thoughts on Creating Safe Spaces and Psychological Safety

Join Lee as he talks about the critical concepts of psychological safety and safe spaces within organisations. Drawing from his recent experiences delivering training to diverse groups from various cultures, Lee emphasises the importance of creating environments where individuals feel secure to sha…

The real problem is a lack of thinking not a lack of tools

Lee explores the critical relationship between tools and the mindset of individuals in the realm of continuous improvement. Building on a previous discussion, Lee emphasizes that while various improvement methodologies, such as Lean and 5S, provide valuable frameworks, the true essence of successfu…

How to Help People Take Action After a Training Course

Lee explores into the often over looked aspects of training sessions, emphasising the importance of aligning language and definitions to ensure effective learning. He challenges listeners to think differently about their approach to training, whether as participants or facilitators and highlights t…

Chicken or Egg, Tools or People, what is the best way

Lee talks through the critical role of questioning in successful change management. Drawing from his extensive experience since 2006, Lee emphasises that while tools and methodologies are essential, the true key to effective change lies in understanding and asking the right questions. He argues tha…

Questions, Right Thing Every Time and Leadership

Lee talks about the importance of asking the right questions as a leader and the impact it has on coaching and developing people. He emphasises that effective leadership is not just about managing tasks or providing answers, but about fostering thought and reflection in others. Horton discusses the…

World Class Basics - Helping the RIGHT person do the RIGHT thing at the RIGHT time EVERY time

Lee explores the critical concept of empowering the right person to do the right thing at the right time, every single time. He emphasises the importance of clarity in roles and responsibilities within an organisation, highlighting that not everyone is the right person for every task. Lee discusses…

Should You Use Japanese Words or Not

Lee talks about the significance of language in the context of business improvement. He explores the use of Japanese terminology, often adopted from Toyota's principles, and the debates surrounding the choice between using familiar English words or introducing new terms. Lee emphasises that words a…

Exposing the Key Parts of Facilitating a Successful Daily Meeting

Lee explores the intricacies of leading effective daily conversations within organisations. Building on previous discussions about tiered meeting structures, Lee outlines 12 essential skills that leaders need to master to engage their teams and maximise contributions. He emphasises the importance o…