KPI Fireside is the podcast for business leaders, process improvement professionals, and anyone passionate about making things better. Through insightful interviews with industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers, we explore the stories behind successful Continuous Improvement journeys.
Hosted by KPI Fire, this podcast dives deep into Lean Six Sigma, Strategy Execution, KPI Management, and Operational Excellence—he ...
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Welcome to KPI Fireside, the podcast where we talk with leaders who make work better through continuous improvement and real problem-solving. In this episode, Keith Norris is joined by Andrei Anca, author of Lead From Any Seat, to unpack what actually makes CI work—and why most companies get it wrong. 🔻 Why you don’t need a title to lead improvement 🔻 How CI programs lose momentum and how to fix it 🔻 The difference between problem pointers, finders, and solvers 🔻 Why most metrics are misleading—and how to measure what matters 🔻 How AI and change management will shape the future of CI 🔻 The one root cause mistake nearly every team makes Andrei shares real-world stories and tactics you can use today—whether you're in finance, ops, manufacturing, or tech. 📚 Get the book + free templates: www.leadfromanyseat.com 🔗 Connect with Andrei on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andreianca 🎙 Hosted by Keith Norris – linkedin.com/in/keithnorris 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere you get your podcasts.
Guest: Nick Katko | Host: Keith Norris In this kickoff episode of KPI Fireside, host Keith Norris sits down with Lean Accounting expert Nick Katko—author, consultant, and pioneer in connecting finance with continuous improvement. 🔥 Key Takeaways & Moments: Nick’s Lean Origin Story – From CFO at Bullard to a champion of Lean transformations, Nick shares how one company's leap into Lean opened his eyes—and changed everything. Why Standard Costing Falls Short – Discover why traditional accounting systems often clash with Lean initiatives and how value stream income statements can transform decision-making. The Box Score Breakdown – Learn how Nick’s mentor, Brian Maskell, developed a powerful tool to align operational performance, capacity, and financials. Common Pitfalls in Lean Journeys – Nick reveals red flags to watch out for, including cherry-picking tools and losing sight of Lean as a learning culture. The ROI of Lean & Creating Capacity – Nick shares how to reframe “cost savings” and make a compelling case for Lean by showing how it improves flow, frees up time, and strengthens customer service. Advice for Finance Pros & CI Leaders – Whether you're in accounting or operations, find out how to build a career in Lean and make your role central to transformation. 💡 Whether you're new to Lean or deep in your CI journey, this episode will shift how you think about operations, accounting, and leadership. Tune in for a thoughtful and practical discussion packed with real-world insights and decades of experience. 🔗 Connect with Us 🌐 Learn more: https://www.kpifire.com/ 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kpi-fire 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpifire/