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Your team is struggling to feel valued in Lean decision-making. How can you ensure everyone is heard?

Lean decision-making can sometimes overshadow individual voices, but there are strategies to ensure everyone feels valued:

- Encourage open forums for discussion, allowing team members to voice concerns and ideas without fear of dismissal.

- Implement a rotating facilitator role in meetings to give each person a chance to lead and shape the agenda.

- Recognize contributions publicly, celebrating all ideas and efforts regardless of their immediate impact.

How do you foster an inclusive environment where every team member feels heard?

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Last updated on Dec 5, 2024
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Your team is struggling to feel valued in Lean decision-making. How can you ensure everyone is heard?

Lean decision-making can sometimes overshadow individual voices, but there are strategies to ensure everyone feels valued:

- Encourage open forums for discussion, allowing team members to voice concerns and ideas without fear of dismissal.

- Implement a rotating facilitator role in meetings to give each person a chance to lead and shape the agenda.

- Recognize contributions publicly, celebrating all ideas and efforts regardless of their immediate impact.

How do you foster an inclusive environment where every team member feels heard?

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    sudam sirsath

    Senior Manager Production in Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited

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    I strongly believe from my experience in operations, people & shop management to ensure that everyone on the teams valued & heard in decision making following important Tips has to followed 1. Transparent & encourage Open Communication a. Create working environment where every team members feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, suggestions & pain points b.Create Continuous improvement environment -Need always encourage team members to take new challenges & responsibility to overcome problems & giving importance that Change only survival in business & better than before approach. 2.Clear DWM / ORR to avoid multiple meetings, specific reviews & avoid micromanagement . 3.Rewards , Recognition & People motivation.

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    Rogerio Bailoni Mezadri

    Transparent and Driven Leader with Strategic Vision | 20+ Years in Operations | Inspiring Teams to Execute with Excellence and Drive Growth through Lean Mindset and Transparency and Authenticity

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    I firmly believe that Daily Mgmt. is the foundation for building a culture where everyone feels heard and valued. In our meetings, I use clear metrics to engage the team, always prioritizing transparency. Through an escalation process, we provide immediate support for critical issues, enabling agile and effective responses. Recently, this approach helped us reduce reaction times for critical deviations by 30%, boosting team engagement. I follow the principle of being tough on problems but kind to people. I dedicate time to listening to individual concerns and providing constructive feedback, fostering a safe environment where everyone can contribute. This mindset turns challenges into growth opportunities and strengthens team connections.

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    Nilesh Phanse

    Operations excellence, Business Head, profitability management, Lean manufacturing expertise, World class manufacturing, Project management

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    Quick yet data driven decision making is key to business growth in today's context. Lean decision making does not mean autocratic decision making. Leaders must ensure that all stakeholders are heard and decisions are taken keeping business goal in vision. Appreciating the contribution of team members is important. Environment promoting inclusive approach must be fostered.

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    Aishwarya Chavan

    Driving Excellence Through Continuous Improvement: Empowering Teams for Success|Business Improvement Trainer | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certified | Continuous Improvement Practitioner

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    Ensuring everyone feels valued in lean decision-making fosters collaboration and engagement. Inclusion can be achieved through regular check-ins and diverse representation in Kaizen events. Structured feedback systems and active listening build trust, while recognizing contributions boosts morale. Training on lean tools empowers participation, and collaborative goal-setting aligns objectives with team input, creating ownership. Proper planning ensures focus and prevents overwhelm. By valuing every voice, leaders drive continuous improvement, innovation, and success.

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    Anil Bhat

    Innovative & result driven leader committed to delivering exceptional service and value, driving transformation & operational efficiency in IT services and manufacturing. Certified Lean Six Sigma MBB, CII Jury Member.

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    My few cents: 1. Assign tasks basis individual strengths.Everyone may not be good  at the subject you are dealing with but can definitely make a contribution. Recognize what each person can do & appreciate their contributions. Don't push them towards failure by having them perform tasks they are not good at. Provide opportunities to have them learn and train first. 2. Wear the team member hat often & participate.Your passionate involvement can extract the best from the team members & strengthen inclusivity. 3.Make some contributions from your end. It motivates the team & they feel inspired to add value & feel heard after having made a contribution. 4.Go out and ask your stakeholders for feedbacks highlighting your team member's good work

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    Mohammad Reza Mir Mazloumi

    Factory Manager

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    We have to revise our expectations from our team, You think who they're? A carpenter can not cut wooden parts nicely, speedly, correctly and at the same time be a professional writer for you to note all details! You know, At our organization our carpenters are professional but as leader of organization we are not able to manage our expectations from our carptners is so much my friend. So at your real lean environment if you have 100 of carpenters do not ask them like crazy them to write many many many details for you... Let them to breathe and if they're professin you as boss need to bring for them and gift then a professional writer to keep updating your lean papers. 1 professional writer surely will value for100 professional carptners

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    Ricardo Chang

    Strategic Business Manager│Business Development │Sales & Commercial │ B2B & B2C │ Disruptive Innovator

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    ✅ Facilitar reuniones abiertas: Crear espacios donde cada miembro pueda expresar sus ideas y preocupaciones. ✅ Implementar procesos de retroalimentación: Usar herramientas como encuestas o sesiones de feedback para recoger opiniones. ✅ Asignar roles claros: Asegurar que cada persona tenga responsabilidades definidas en la implementación de Lean. ✅ Reconocer contribuciones individuales: Destacar el impacto de cada miembro en la mejora de procesos. ✅ Fomentar la colaboración: Promover el trabajo en equipo para que todos se sientan parte del cambio

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    Mateus Anjos

    Engineering Leadership | 10+ Years Building Scalable Tech | Delivering Measurable Business Impact

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    Want to make smarter decisions and build stronger teams? Inclusivity is the key to success. With 6 years of procurement and marketing experience, I’ve learned that structured collaboration drives results. Regular huddles let team members share insights, while Kanban boards help visualize tasks and prioritize effectively. Rotating leadership in discussions empowers diverse voices, and linking contributions to outcomes shows their value. Anonymous feedback channels create a safe space for honest input. Foster inclusivity in Lean decision-making to unlock your team’s full potential. Ready to start?

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    Peter Doyle

    $730m + Raised From Providing Alternative Financial Solutions for IFAs, Wealth Managers, Asset Managers & Family Offices Since 2012

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    In a Lean decision-making environment, ensuring everyone feels valued starts with transparent communication. Regular meetings, informal check-ins, and an open-door policy allow team members to voice their opinions and feel heard. As a leader, it’s crucial to actively listen and act on feedback to show its impact. Additionally, promoting cross-functional collaboration and breaking down silos empowers team members to contribute diverse perspectives. Creating a safe space for open dialogue encourages innovation and ensures everyone’s voice is considered in the decision-making process, strengthening trust and collaboration within the team.

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