Imagine your life running like a finely oiled machine. Adversity calmly put in its place, expertly minimized. Growth and expansion are the rule instead of a rarity. Consider adopting these core principles (from the Kaizen Institute) into your personal life:
Know your customer. Always put the customer first.
Let it flow. Optimize processes for continuous workflow.
Go to Gemba. Observe the challenges firsthand onsite.
Empower people. Encourage the active participation of all employees.
Be transparent. Adopt an open and honest communication approach.
Substitute 'customer,' 'people, and 'employees' with 'you' and 'yourself.' Treating yourself with as much care and consideration as your clients and employees changes your life. Remember, you and your life are the very first ventures you will ever own.
- Shelley Steele