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Inspired by the Toyota Way management philosophy, the Respect for People Roadmap is a learning experience designed to improve the way organizations perform as a collective by improving the way its people think and interact as individuals. 
Curriculum focuses on:
- Diffusing the judgment that creates conflict, skews decision-making, and erodes team dynamics.
- Helping individuals recognize and build on the resources they have in each other.
- Cultivating connection to break down siloes and enable collaboration and innovation.
- This program is appropriate for every member of the organization from the C-suite to front line employees.
The Respect for People Roadmap is a forward-thinking learning company committed to advancing organizational excellence through the principles of respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We provide a unique and impactful learning experience designed to teach and share the practice of Respect for People, a fundamental pillar of the Lean management system and a cornerstone of the Toyota Way model. www.respectforpeopleroadmap.com
Scott Gauvin: Co-Founder of The Respect for People Roadmap. Scott Gauvin is a seasoned change agent with over 25 years of experience helping organizations achieve their potential. As co-founder of The Respect for People Roadmap, he focuses on advancing the practice of Respect for People, a key pillar of the Lean management system and the Toyota Way model. His work fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Scott has advised companies across diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotech, food processing, medical devices, aerospace, and manufacturing. His expertise in diagnosing challenges and designing transformative solutions has earned him a reputation as a trusted partner for organizations navigating transitions. He is skilled in assessing organizational capacity for change and reimagining business models to unlock market opportunities. Scott holds a BA from the University of Massachusetts and an MBA from Boston University. A Six Sigma Black Belt, he brings a data-driven approach to his work.
Wednesday, February19, 2025
10:55 a.m. Check in
11 a.m. Introduction
11:05 a.m. Presenter presentation
11:50 a.m. Q&A
12 p.m. Webinar concludes
Two key practices used throughout the journey.
Engage with Compassion
- Seeing coworkers and their circumstances more objectively
- Diffusing judgement related negativity that skews decision making and problem solving, and strains team dynamics
Treat People like they Matter
- Seeing the distinct contributions each employee makes to the organization's success
- Gaining a stronger awareness of coworkers' influence on our working experience
- Practicing the recognition that strengthens teams and deepens engagement Partner for Mutual Benefit
- Learning the key elements of collaboration that improve connection and build trust
- How to engage others to better identify and address issues
- Seeking input from a variety of sources to create more balanced and comprehensive solutions Better
- Reflecting on the journey and developing a 90 action plan to put the learnings into practice.
The Respect for People Roadmap is particularly suited for companies with an interest in becoming more people centric. As such, this course was created to support all levels of the organization. From front line employees who are engaged in or learning about Continuous Improvement efforts, to operations leaders who want to learn and apply the building blocks of employee engagement.
This program is ideal for organizations in any industry pursuing operational excellence or otherwise looking to improve their culture.
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