Business Excellence for Managers

Introducing a podcast for leaders and managers seeking excellence in their business ventures. Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices, with new episodes every 2 weeks featuring prominent guests. Learn from experts and my own experiences in business excellence since 2000, as a consultant and C-Level executive. Get practical tips to improve business performance, employee and customer satisfaction. Tune in to solve everyday management challenges and elevate your business.

Business Excellence for Managers is a business podcast hosted by Juan Eduardo Steigerwald, with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Juan Eduardo Steigerwald hosts Business Excellence for Managers, a business show with 23 episodes published.

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  Episode #28

  The Truth About Sustainable Business with John Pabon

  Sep 29, 202650 minS4

  Most business leaders know that sustainability is important. But one question remains: how can you make it part of your business strategy in a practical way that creates real business value? I'm delighted to welcome back John Pabon, international sustainability expert, consultant, keynote speaker, and bestselling author. His new book, Strategic Sustainability: A Pragmatic Blueprint for Responsible Businesses , offers a practical roadmap for leaders who want to make sustainability part of their business strategy. In today's conversation, we discuss why companies should focus on what matters most, how to gain support from leaders focused on short-term results, how to avoid both greenwashing and greenhushing, and why topics like AI and cross-functional collaboration are changing the future ofsustainability. If you're looking for practical ideas to build a more responsible and competitive business, you'll enjoy this conversation. Let's get started. Where to find John Pabon: Website : https://www.johnpabon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnapabon/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@johnpabon8899 Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWZRyio4hSs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpabon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnapabon Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint: Website Wave BEF: https://www.wave-bef.com/ Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ YouTube WAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 Feel free to contact Wave team at any time.

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  Episode #27

  How To Measure LSS Maturity Degree of Your Team with Juan Steigerwald

  Jun 10, 202632 minS4

  Welcome to the Business Excellence for Managers Podcast . This is where we break down ideas, strategies, and practical tools that help you build stronger teams and more effective organizations. Today we’re diving into Lean Six Sigma maturity and how to actually measure it in a meaningful way inside your team or company. Most people immediately think about certifications, belts, or project counts. And yes, those matter. But they only show part of the picture. So in this episode, we go deeper. We look at how maturity is also reflected in things like mindset, behaviors, performance management, how teams use data, how they handle processes, and even how they listen to and act on the voice of the customer. We’ll walk through a simple but powerful survey approach that gives you a real snapshot of where your team is today, and how to track progress over time using a spider chart. So if you’ve ever wondered how to measure whether your Lean Six Sigma efforts are actually becoming part of your organization’s DNA, this episode is for you. Let’s get into it. Resources: WAVE Business Excellence Footprint Courses: For Employees: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees For Managers: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers Dr. Joe Dispenza’s NeuroChangeSolution Program called “Change Your Mind. Create New Results”. Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint: Website Wave BEF: https://www.wave-bef.com/ Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ YouTube WAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ Feel free to contact Wave team at any time.

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  Episode #26

  Emotional Intelligence and Lean Leadership with Juan Steigerwald

  Mar 21, 202627 minS4

  Welcome to the Business Excellence for Managers podcast, where we explore practical ideas and strategies to help you lead more effectively and drive real business results. In today’s episode, we’re focusing on a critical but often underestimated success factor in Lean Six Sigma… emotional intelligence. While most transformations are built on strong tools, data, and processes, their success ultimately depends on people. And that’s where emotional intelligence comes in. We’ll look at how communication, trust, and leadership behavior directly impact the success of your initiatives, and how you can build a culture where continuous improvement actually thrives. If you’re leading change or driving Lean initiatives in your organization, this episode will give you a different perspective on what really makes them work. Let’s get started. Time stamps: 00:20 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Lean Six Sigma Leadership. 00:50 Understanding Lean Transformation Failures. 03:40 The Role of Communication in Change Management. 07:20 Leading by Example: The Role of Leadership Behavior. 10:05 Emotional Intelligence: The Foundation of Lean Leadership. 15:55 Social Awareness. 19:30 Lean Leaders with High EQ. 19:55 Psychological Safety and Continuous Improvement. 22:00 From Lean Manager to Lean Coach. 24:15 Emotional Intelligence in Problem Solving. 25:30 The Future of Lean Leadership. Resources: WAVE Business Excellence Footprint Courses: For Employees: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees For Managers: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers Dr. Joe Dispenza’s NeuroChangeSolution Program called “Change Your Mind. Create New Results”. Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint: Website Wave BEF: https://www.wave-bef.com/ Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ YouTube WAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ Feel free to contact Wave team at any time.

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  Episode #25

  Seven Benefits of Kaizen Workshop for Your Team with Juan Steigerwald

  Dec 8, 202528 minS3

  Welcome to the “Business Excellence for Managers” podcast! In today’s episode, I dive into why Kaizen is making a real comeback in modern management. Continuous improvement isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a practical way to create fast, tangible change. And Kaizen workshops are one of the most effective tools to make that happen. I break down how these workshops compress months of problem-solving into just a few days, driven entirely by the people who know the process best: the subject-matter experts. When ideas come from the front line, not consultants or management, you get solutions that actually stick. We’ll look at the structure of a Kaizen workshop, the benefits it brings to teams, and how it breaks down silos, boosts engagement, and strengthens workplace culture. And I’ll share why the real power of Kaizen lies in managers stepping back, empowering their teams, and ensuring the ideas generated get implemented in a meaningful way. If you’re leading people, improving operations, or simply curious about how to unlock better performance through empowerment, this episode gives you a clear, practical roadmap. Time stamps: 01:10 Introduction to Kaizen and Its Relevance Today. 06:05 Understanding the Kaizen Mindset. 07:20 Kaizen Workshops: Structure and Benefits. 11:00 The Seven Key Benefits of Kaizen Workshops. Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint: Website Wave BEF: www.wave-bef.com Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ YouTubeWAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ Feel free to contact Wave team at any time. Check out our courses for PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL GROWTH: For Employees: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees For Managers: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers

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  Episode #24

  Simplifying Success: AI, Culture, and Process Improvement with Vitezslav Vanek

  Sep 21, 202530 minS3

  Can a simple mindset of ‘a little better every day’ be the real key to business excellence? Welcome to the “Business Excellence for Managers” podcast! In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to speak with Vitezslav Vanek, the founder and CEO of value companion, a business consulting company. I first met Vitja in 2008 at BNP Paribas in Germany, where he worked as an expert in Process Management, and I was serving as Chief Quality Officer, rolling out the Lean Six Sigma program at this large international corporation of 200,000 employees. It was a privilege to have such a motivated and talented individual like Vitja as part of the Lean Six Sigma program in Nuremberg, Germany. From the beginning, I could tell he was destined for an outstanding career—and he certainly provedme right. After earning his Lean Six Sigma Certification under my guidance, Vitja went on to work with the Institute for Lean Six Sigma (IFSS) in Vienna. There, he served in roles ranging from Principal Consultant to Country Director for Germany South, Executive Board Member, and ultimately, Associate Management Consultant. Nearly 13 years later, he founded his own company, value companion, where he continues to make a significant impact. I am incredibly proud to welcome Vitja to the podcast today to discuss the top questions leaders often ask about business excellence. Time stamps: 03:00 Introduction and Background. 04:40 Journey Through Business Excellence. 09:15 The Role of AI in Process Improvement. 13:05 Defining Business Excellence. 15:45 Measuring Maturity in Business Excellence. 20:25 Integrating Continuous Improvement into Culture. 23:55 Challenges in Implementing Business Excellence. Where to find Vitezslav Vanek: Website: https://value-companion.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/value-companion/posts/?feedView=all https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitezslav-vanek-mba-1a503b43/ Xing: https://www.xing.com/profile/Vitezslav_Vanek Email: v.vanek@value-companion.com Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint: Website Wave BEF: www.wave-bef.com Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ YouTube WAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ Feel free to contact Wave team at any time. If the links are not clickable on your platform, please access them directly from our website at www.wave-bef.comunder the 'Podcasts' category. Check out our courses for PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL GROWTH: For Employees: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees For Managers: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers

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