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Leadership Excellence

Leadership Excellence

De: George Trachilis
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Welcome to Leadership Excellence, the podcast designed for busy executives and leaders committed to creating a bold vision and transforming organizational culture. Each 15-minute episode delivers actionable insights, expert strategies, and inspiring stories to help you lead with purpose, inspire your teams, and drive meaningful change. Perfect for your commute, this podcast is your go-to resource for achieving excellence in leadership—on the road and beyond!

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  • Episode 2: Creating Vision
    Oct 11 2025

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    The Leadership Excellence Podcast

    Episode Title: Creating a Vision
    Hosts: George and Tom

    Key Discussion Points

    1. Introduction

    • George and Tom open the podcast with a discussion about the importance of vision in leadership and organizations.
    • Mention of using AI to enhance processes, with a teaser for an announcement at the end of the episode.

    2. What is a Vision?

    • A vision is the ideal state of what a company or individual wants to achieve in the long-term.
    • Discussion on the balance between being narrow enough to focus and broad enough to inspire.
    • Japanese companies often think in terms of 50-100 years, showcasing their long-term focus.

    3. Personal Vision

    • George: Aims to unlock untapped human potential in every interaction.
    • Tom: Focuses on creating a better environment for leaders and people.
    • Importance of wanting to achieve something versus being forced to do it.
      • Example: Productivity is higher when employees want to accomplish goals rather than feeling obligated.

    4. Ikigai (Japanese Concept)

    • Explanation of Ikigai: The intersection of:
      • What you love.
      • What you're good at.
      • What you can get paid for.
      • What the world needs.
    • The hosts emphasize the value of finding one's purpose and aligning it with their vision.

    5. Challenges in Creating a Vision

    • Companies often focus solely on monetary goals, but a deeper purpose is necessary.
    • Vision must go beyond profits to motivate employees and align efforts.
    • Example: IKEA’s vision: “To create a better everyday life for people.”
      • Subgoal: Achieve 100% circular business by 2030 (recycling, reusing materials).

    6. Simple, Memorable Visions

    • Example: GC Dental’s vision, “No pain dentistry,” which inspired employees and drove clarity in their goals.
    • Importance of a vision being clear, concise, and inspiring enough for employees to rally behind it.

    7. Practical Steps to Create a Vision

    • Close your eyes, reflect, and deeply think about what you want for yourself and others.
    • Include others in your vision to build shared ownership.
    • Evaluate your company's current state:
      • What went well last year?
      • What didn’t go well, and why?

    8. Examples of Vision Creation

    • Norman Bodek’s Approach:
      • Start by listing 50 things you’re proud of or grateful for.
      • Visualize achieving your vision and think about what’s next.
    • Open Window 64 Chart:
      • Place a central goal in the middle, surrounded by 8 focus areas.
      • Expand each focus area into subgoals, creating 64 actionable goals.
      • Example: Marketing as a focus area can have subgoals like improving campaigns or customer outreach.

    9. Lessons from Business Failures

    • Kodak Example: Missed the opportunity to adapt to digital photography due to rigid paradigms.
    • Swiss Watchmakers Example: Lost business to competitors after dismissing digital watches as unimportant.
    • Lesson: Stay open to change and innovation.

    10. Final Thoughts

    • Vision must be:
      • Memorable.
      • Achievable.
      • Aligned with employees’ goals and motivations.
    • Paradigms can limit growth—stay adaptable and open to learning.
    • Japanese philosophy: “Keep your cup right side up,” meaning always be open to new ideas.

    Next Episode Teaser

    • Topic: Aligning goals to your vision and crea
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  • EPISODE 1: Foundations of Leadership – What It Means to Truly Take Care of People
    Oct 7 2025

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    In this debut episode of Leadership Excellence, Tom and George dive into the core question: What is leadership?


    Welcome to the very first episode of Leadership Excellence with Tom and George! In this debut episode, Tom Lawless and George Trachilis dive deep into the heart of leadership, exploring what it truly means to lead.

    They define leadership not as authority or control, but as taking care of people. But what does “taking care of people” really mean? Through engaging dialogue, Tom and George unpack the essence of leadership as guiding, motivating, and developing individuals to become their best selves. They discuss the importance of fostering integrity, character, and self-development, both in leaders and their teams.

    Key topics in this episode include:

    • Defining leadership as a role of influence, not dependency.
    • The foundations of leadership, including building a culture of ethics, integrity, and continuous improvement.
    • Why everyone has the capability to lead and how recognizing this potential can transform organizations.
    • Insights from leadership giants like Shingo and Deming, including lessons on compassion, moral responsibility, and going to “gemba” (the place where value is created).
    • Why modern leaders must embrace AI and innovation to stay relevant and inspire their teams.

    This episode sets the stage for future discussions on vision, behavior, and practical tools for leadership development. It’s packed with wisdom from decades of experience, personal anecdotes, and actionable takeaways for aspiring and seasoned leaders alike.

    Join us as we begin this journey to uncover the true meaning of leadership and how to achieve excellence in every aspect of it.

    Next Week’s Episode Teaser:
    We’ll explore the concept of vision—what it means to create a vision, how to inspire others with it, and how to use tools like AI to bring it to life. Don’t miss it!

    Who is George Trachilis?

    An accomplished leader, author, and Lean expert, George Trachilis brings decades of experience in coaching, consulting, and driving organizational transformation across a global stage. As the founder of the Lean Leadership Institute and a recipient of the prestigious Shingo Research Award, George has dedicated his career to developing leaders at all levels, fostering continuous improvement, and aligning businesses with their strategic goals. With a proven track record of success in engineering, supply chain management, and leadership development, George excels at creating innovative solutions, building high-performing teams, and inspiring excellence in individuals and organizations alike.

    Who is Dr. Tom Lawless?

    Dr. Tom Lawless is an accomplished Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and operations leader with over 30 years of experience transforming organizations in healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and finance. With advanced degrees in Business Administration (PhD, MBA) and Civil Engineering (MCE), he combines strategic vision with technical expertise to deliver measurable results.

    As President of Lean Training and Consulting (LeanTAC), Dr. Lawless has optimized processes, implemented Lean Six Sigma frameworks, and coached organizations to achieve excellence. A retired U.S. Army Major and recipient of the Army Bronze Star, he led critical supply chain improvements during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

    Dr. Lawless is also an adjunct professor at Nebraska Methodist College and a published author, known for his ability to drive operational excellence, align teams with strategic goals, and deliver sustainable improvements.

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