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Respect for People

Respect for People in Lean centers on empowering individuals, building trust, and fostering collaboration to create a culture where people thrive. It means recognizing the unique strengths and contributions of every team member, involving them in decision-making, and aligning everyone around shared goals. By promoting transparency, continuous learning, and safe, supportive conditions, Lean respects human dignity and well-being. These principles ensure that teams work in harmony, driving both continuous improvement and a profound commitment to human potential. When people feel valued and supported, their collective energy transforms organizations and delivers incredible outcomes.

Respect for People Playlist

5 ways to listen better | Julian Treasure | TED (7:50)

Team building as it should NOT be (American Airlines) (0:55)

How To Actively Listen (4:25)

Explore this video playlist about Active listening, Humble Inquiry, and Respect for People

'Respect for People' in Construction (3:21)

Example of Active Listening (1:43)

Build Trust through Active Listening | Simon Sinek (3:43)

Here's why you should pause when you speak (0:50)

Active Listening Skills (6:13)

Every Life Has A Story (2:48)

Active Listening: Katie Owens at TEDxYouth@Conejo (3:18)

This New Heineken Ad is Briliant #OpenYourWorld (4:25)

Leadership on a Submarine (8:08)

An Unexpected Lesson in Respect (1:26)

The Critical Role of Respect for People in Lean Construction | The EBFC Show 075 (0:55)

METHODS TO MANAGE THROUGH EGO AND CONFLICT (2:51)

MindSpring Presents: "Greatness" by David Marquet (9:40)

Remember the Titans - Attitude Reflects Leadership Captain (2:01)

Patch Adams (8/10) Movie CLIP - You Treat a Person (3:41)

Remember the Titans - "You Will Respect Each Other" (1:37)

Patch Adams (9/10) Movie CLIP - Final Appeal (3:28)

Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling (6:33)

It's Not About The Nail (1:41)

Trusting Teams | THE 5 PRACTICES (9:16)

Respect Movie Clip - Aretha Franklin Performs Think (1:03)

The Art of Listening | Simon Sinek (5:12)

Listen vs Wait To Talk (0:17)

It's not about the burrito (3:54)

Communication Skills: Empathetic Listening (1:44)

Additional Resources

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Case Studies

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