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Great Analysis Doesn’t Guarantee Great Results
This is the first article in Acuity Institute’s new Improvement Leadership Insights series, where we explore the leadership skills that help project managers, Lean Six
July 24, 2026
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AI and Lean Six Sigma: A Powerful Partnership for Improvement
For decades, organizations have turned to Lean Six Sigma (LSS) to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and improve performance. Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is accelerating those
May 12, 2026
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Interpersonal Skills: Creating a Culture of Project Success
Organizations that prioritize interpersonal skills send a clear message: effective leadership is not just about technical know-how, but also about fostering collaboration, trust, and adaptability.
March 19, 2026
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Becoming an Expert Negotiator
Negotiation, they say, is an art and not a science. But that doesn’t mean it’s free-form or unstructured. An expert negotiator, like any great artist,
February 11, 2026
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Change Management: A Key to Project Success
When working with project teams, a common question I ask is, “What do you expect your biggest challenge will be?” Oftentimes they will say something like
January 13, 2026
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Top 6 Challenges Project Managers Face
To be a good project manager, you must be able to face the challenges that come with running a project. There are a number of
December 4, 2025
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A Closer Look at Kaizen
Kaizen is popular for its rapid problem-solving technique, often resolving issues in 5 days or less with proper preparation, participation, and tool application. While a
October 16, 2025
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Why Leadership Skills Matter in Project Management
While technical skills and industry knowledge are essential, it is leadership skills that truly set exceptional project managers apart from the rest. Effective leadership is
September 24, 2025
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Taking Lean Six Sigma Beyond Certification: Achieving Real Business Results
Earning a Lean Six Sigma certification, whether it is Yellow Belt, Green Belt, or Black Belt, is a significant achievement. It demonstrates a solid understanding
August 25, 2025
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Use the Rule of Thirds to Set Realistic Expectations for Lean Six Sigma Projects
In professional baseball, getting on base one-third of the time is considered a solid average. Nobody expects every hit to be a home run. Some
November 19, 2023