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The final certification level to review is the Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt. A Lean Six Sigma Master Black belt is an EXPERT level professional in the Lean Six Sigma methodology. A Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt is an expert who not only leads high-level projects but also plays a critical role in shaping and driving process improvement across an organization through mentorship, advanced problem-solving, and strategic leadership. Key Responsibilities: -Strategic leadership -Coaching and mentoring -Project oversight -Develop standards and best practices -Advanced data analysis and problem solving In other words, its a BIG deal to obtain your Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and they are a HUGE asset to an organization. It can take YEARS to obtain this certification through practical application, projects, coaching other "belts" and potentially an exam. So...if I correct you when you state that I am a Black Belt instead of a MASTER Black Belt, you now know why! #katielabedz #learningtolean #masterblackbelt #lean #sixsigma

Let's try to clear up what we EXACTLY do when you hire us to help you solve a problem. We don't sweep in with a magic wand and "poof" everything is better. We help to expose the GENUIS in your team members to solve the problem themselves. #katielabedz #learningtolean #lean https://lnkd.in/eYRrFGK

Check out our latest YouTube video, "What is kaizen?" https://zurl.co/3LDd Learn what is kaizen and how it can help you and your organization realize REVOLUTIONARY changes! #katielabedz #learningtolean #kaizen

We are proud to announce the details for the 2025 VIP Lean Group Coaching! We had a FANTASTIC group of people attend these sessions in 2024 and are excited to offer this again! Sign up here: https://zurl.co/x3OK Signing up to the 2025 VIP Lean Group Coaching provides you with five, one hour sessions with the group, facilitated by our Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Katie Labedz. It also provides you with an exclusive members only newsletter, a discount on select training opportunities and an opportunity for coaching with Katie Labedz. Why group coaching for Lean? Let's face it, our jobs are hard and we often wonder what other people are doing to be successful in continuous improvement (or if they made the same mistakes we did!). Our VIP Lean Group Coaching sessions helps to foster collaboration, provide opportunities to share learnings and collective growth. We will share best practices and understand the approaches to Lean from a variety of industries! Key advantages of group coaching for Lean are: -Shared learning experience -Supportive environment -Diverse perspectives -Accountability and motivation -Collaboration and networking -Real-time feedback Sign up TODAY! https://zurl.co/x3OK Sessions will be held from 11:30am-12:30pm CT in 2025 on January 10, February 14, March 14, April 18 and May 9. #learningtolean #katielabedz #lean

Do you understand the different levels of certification for Lean Six Sigma? This information will help you determine which one would work best for you! White Belt: 2 hours of training, it provides you with the foundation for Lean and Six Sigma concepts, it's an entry point for further certification, it gives you with an awareness of organizational improvement efforts. Sign up for our virtual White Belt class on November 14 here: https://zurl.co/inoh Yellow Belt: 8 hours of training. Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification provides foundational knowledge in Lean Six Sigma methodologies. It combines Lean's focus on reducing waste with Six Sigma's emphasis on reducing variation to improve processes and quality. Download the Yellow Belt brochure here: https://zurl.co/dpGF Sign up for our virtual Yellow Belt class on December 10, 2024 here: https://zurl.co/o5TY Green Belt: 40 hours of training. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is a certification that demonstrates an individual's proficiency in the Lean Six Sigma methodology, which combines Lean principles and Six Sigma techniques to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance quality. Download the Green Belt brochure here: https://zurl.co/dpGF Sign up for our in person Green Belt class here starting Jan 14, 2025 (in partnership with NWTC): https://zurl.co/XDYC Black Belt: 40 hours of training (you must have your Green Belt to take this course). Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is an advanced level of Lean Six Sigma certification that equips professionals with expert-level skills in process improvement, problem-solving, and leadership. Download the Black Belt brochure here: https://zurl.co/dpGF Sign up for our in person Black Belt class starting October 21 here: https://zurl.co/0xEl #katielabedz #learningtolean #sixsigma #lean #training

THANK YOU to everyone that attended today's session "How to run a kaizen event!" Check out our upcoming training including paid-for classes for Black Belt, Yellow Belt and White Belt certification courses! Our next FREE class is November 7 on the SIPOC tool! https://zurl.co/nqGh #katielabedz #learningtolean #training

Attention all Lean Six Sigma Green Belts: NOW is the time to get your Black Belt certification! We are holding an in-person class on October 21-24 at Thrivent headquarters in Appleton, WI. What's the format of the class? Materials in this course are presented with real-world examples in a variety of formats to appeal to a range of different learning styles. We utilize hands-on activities, videos, games and review examples from companies in a wide variety of industries. What will I learn? -Advanced understanding of Lean and Six Sigma -Mastery of the DMAIC framework -Advanced statistical and analytical tools -Project leadership and change management -Lean tools and techniques -Financial and business impact -Soft skills development Sign up here: https://zurl.co/xVP8 #katielabedz #learningtolean #blackbelt #leansixsigma #lean

Are you stuck on the problem solving gerbil wheel? No matter what you do, you can't get off of it, let alone permanently solve your problem? We can help! Sign up for our virtual class "How to run a kaizen event" on Thursday, 8:30am-12pm CT. Sign up here: https://zurl.co/1wee In this class you will learn: -What is a kaizen event -Where do you start? The creation of a measurable problem statement -Who to invite -When, where and how long the event should be -Pre-kaizen meeting -Kaizen event agenda -How to get off the gerbil wheel! Join us for this interactive virtual class with real life examples, discussions and activities. Kaizen events are game changing for organizations and help to drive REAL change! Sign up here: https://zurl.co/1wee #katielabedz #learningtolean #kaizen

I had two major turning points in my life that lead me to my career in continuous improvement. The first turning point was when I was working at Jabil in the Materials department. My boss and our Operations Manager approached me about attending the Green Belt class. I told them "no thank you." I just finished college (a little later than planned) and I was done with classes. They persisted, seeing something in me that I didn't in myself, and I successfully completed my Green Belt. My career started to move in the direction of continuous improvement and I got EXCITED. These concepts were AMAZING and I could use them ANYWHERE. I then decided to obtain my Black Belt. I was still at Jabil, but now working at Corporate in Florida. My then boss wouldn't let me take the Black Belt class. I then had an opportunity to join the Corporate Lean team, with the condition (that I set) that I could obtain my Black Belt certification. The rest is truly history. I went on to obtain my Master Black Belt certification and continue enjoy showing people in EVERY industry how these concepts can yield REVOLUTIONARTY results. I love what I do and I am passionate on how life changing these concepts can be for you. You have an opportunity invest in yourself. Sign up for our Yellow Belt or Black Belt classes before the end of the year and invest in YOU! Yellow Belt (virtual) : https://zurl.co/alov Black Belt (in person, Appleton WI): https://zurl.co/go8o

Act NOW! Sign up for our in-person Lean Six Sigma BLACK BELT class, Oct 21-24 in Appleton, WI! Register here: https://zurl.co/xVP8 What is it?Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is an advanced level of Lean Six Sigma certification that equips professionals with expert-level skills in process improvement, problem-solving, and leadership. Black Belts play a crucial role in leading complex projects, driving organizational change, and mentoring other team members in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. What's the format of the class? Materials in this course are presented with real-world examples in a variety of formats to appeal to a range of different learning styles. We utilize hands-on activities, videos, games and review examples from companies in a wide variety of industries. What will I learn? -Advanced understanding of Lean and Six Sigma -Mastery of the DMAIC framework -Advanced statistical and analytical tools -Project leadership and change management -Lean tools and techniques -Financial and business impact -Soft skills development Sign up here: https://zurl.co/xVP8 You need to have previous training on Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and a Black Belt level project identified to attend this class. Please contact us with questions regarding these requirements. #katielabedz #learningtolean #blackbelt #leansixsigma #lean