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Smart Problem Definition and Measurement Prevents Stupid ‘AIC’s and Pains
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 15:36

Summary

The Six Sigma Black Belt approaches problems using disciplined problem solving methodologies. One such approach called DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) focuses on reducing process variation and defects. Regardless of what approach is used, the problem Definition and Measurement phases are most critical to avoid foolish effort in Analysis, Improvement and Control resulting in much pain by fixing the wrong problem.

DMAIC Refresher

For those who are not familiar or need a refresher, here is a summary of the DMAIC process steps.

Using 5-Whys Will Make you Wiser
Wednesday, November 16, 2011 - 20:34

Summary

By following a structured and disciplined methodology you can achieve a deeper understanding of the root causes of any problem. The “5-Whys” Root-Cause-Analysis (RCA) methodology was invented by the founder of Toyota, used in their manufacturing process, and continues as one of the tools in the modern lean methodologies tool kit.

Upcoming Workshop-How to Achieve Organizational Excellence-November 10th
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 - 17:00

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How to Achieve Organizational Excellence, featuring The FocusOrg™ Game

Have you ever asked yourself or your colleagues the following questions?

Personal Excellence Introduction Presentation to ASQ SQD, October 4, 2011
Tuesday, October 4, 2011 - 17:55

The PowerPoint presentation used at the [ASQ Service Quality Division] conference in Seattle, WA is attached below.

An introductory session for the Personal Excellence [Workshop] was presented.

We talked about how to focus and achieve your dreams by challenging yourself with three questions:

Personal Excellence Workshop & Organizer for Outlook Add-in Session
Wednesday, September 28, 2011 - 15:36

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Often in our lives there are moments (inflection points), e.g. a new job, becoming a couple, your first child, starting a business, changing lifestyle, etc.  Our success in navigating those inflection points is largely based on who we are, what we want, and how we go about achieving it.

Personal Excellence Introduction Presentation Sept 16, 2011
Sunday, September 18, 2011 - 13:49

The PowerPoint presentation used at the [ThinkBiz 2011] conference in Bellingham, WA is attached below.

An introductory session for the Personal Excellence [Workshop] was presented.

We talked about how to focus and achieve your dreams by challenging yourself with three questions:

  1. What is important to me?
  2. What should I focus on?
  3. What do I need to do next?

Some key takeaways from the talk included:

Personal Excellence Workshop Brochure
Friday, June 10, 2011 - 10:21

High Performing Teams require High Performing People...  Build stronger, more effective people!  Here's How...

Ceptara's Personal Excellence Workshop ignites people's personal passion and provides a framework and method for them to achieve what matters most.

The workshop focuses on a three step process:

Focusing on Excellence - June 2011
Thursday, May 12, 2011 - 13:46

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Here's the latest news from the team at Ceptara (www.ceptara.com), a company dedicated to helping organizations and individuals focus and achieve their goals.

Upcoming Events

March 2011 - News from Ceptara
Friday, March 18, 2011 - 16:37

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Join us April 29nd for our Personal Excellence Workshop to be held in San Diego, CA. Come prepared to look at what is important in your life and learn how you can organize personal and business tasks to help you achieve excellence.

Personal Excellence Workshop - Seattle WA, 2/22/2011
Thursday, February 3, 2011 - 22:35

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Join us February 22nd for our Personal Excellence Workshop to be held in Seattle WA. Come prepared to look at what is important in your life and learn how you can organize personal and business tasks to help you achieve excellence.

The workshop with help you to: