Kaizen Prerequisites

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I believe self-discipline is a mandatory prerequisite before one can hope to achieve success with Kaizen, just as it is in martial arts. The focus and 'stillness' of thought required in martial arts helps with the implementation of Kaizen. What is your opinion? (...) Read more? Sign up for free

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		Gary Disley, Teacher, Australia
	Stillness of Thought as a Prerequisite for Kaizen Yes Sylvia, clear thinking and the ability to focus is more critical important in times of rapid change just as it is in martial arts.. Although in these times of constant change it might be a mistake to focus everything in one direction without providing strategies to continue to improve operational agility and flexibility to help navigate projects. When you cite "stillness of thought" are you talking about 'reflection learning' or simply 'reinforce focus'?

		Ramiro Molina, Consultant, Colombia
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		kevin_nin
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		Dirk, Management Consultant, Australia
	Top Management Commitment for Kaizen and Organisational Change When the company I was working for was taken over (...)

		Anonymous
	Kaizen and Organisational Culture Kaizen is indisputably one of the best methods of (...)