People Solve Problems

People Solve Problems is an engaging new podcast hosted by Jamie Flinchbaugh, the author of the book with the same title. In this insightful series, Jamie interviews a diverse array of guests – from thought leaders and authors to practitioners and everyday individuals, delving into their unique perspectives on problem solving. This compact, interview-style podcast offers valuable insights into what constitutes effective problem-solving, the challenges faced in the process, and the strategies employed. It aims to equip listeners with a wealth of ideas, best practices, and approaches to enhance their problem-solving skills. Stay tuned for the upcoming episodes by clicking the follow button and signing up today.

Ryan McCormack: Director of Operational Readiness at Wawanesa Mutual on Problem Solving
Jun 11, 2025 – 20:47
Leading from Within: Krista Smith on Leadership at Sandia National Labs
May 28, 2025 – 23:54
Reducing Frustration Through Process Improvement with Jennifer Peterson of Muscatine Power & Water
May 14, 2025 – 21:13
AI-Powered Personalization with David Edelman of Edelman Advisory
Apr 30, 2025 – 22:31
Chuck Wisner of Wisner Consulting: The Art of Conscious Conversations
Apr 16, 2025 – 20:45
Building a Problem-Solving Culture with Brian DeVries of Lean Fox Solutions
Apr 2, 2025 – 21:26
Applying Brain Science to Leadership Development: Liz Guthridge of Connect Consulting Group
Mar 19, 2025 – 22:05
Melia Tourangeau, President & CEO of Pittsburgh Symphony: Leading Through Crisis
Mar 5, 2025 – 20:48
Scott Post on Effective Problem Solving Through Listening and Curiosity
Feb 19, 2025 – 21:30
Fox Valley Data Exchange's Jason Schulist: Matching Problem-Solving Tools to Challenges
Feb 5, 2025 – 21:19
Managing Tech Through Rapid Growth: Danyel Bischof-Forsyth of 7 Brew Coffee
Jan 22, 2025 – 20:33
Pete Ruggiero, CEO of Crayola: Leading with Perpetual Optimism
Jan 8, 2025 – 30:22
Show Your Work: Making Problem-Solving Visible to Build Better Teams
Dec 11, 2024 – 18:25
Heidi Wachs of Stroz Friedberg: Managing Through Cyber Attacks
Nov 27, 2024 – 21:19
Daniel and Peter Stewart of Stewart Leadership on Trust Based Leadership & Problem Solving
Nov 13, 2024 – 23:44
BMA's Nick Katko on Revolutionizing Business Through Lean Accounting Systems
Oct 30, 2024 – 21:28
Alex Senchak: Mastering Agile Leadership in Uncertain Times
Oct 16, 2024 – 21:54
Cheryl Jekiel on Shifting Leadership: Empowering Teams Through Lean Problem-Solving
Oct 2, 2024 – 22:05
Crystal Y. Davis of The Lean Coach, Inc. on Cultural Change and Problem Solving
Sep 11, 2024 – 20:10
Reimagining Productivity: Uncovering Hidden Problems in Organizations with Jacob Stoller of Conversation Builders
Aug 28, 2024 – 21:50
Dr. Wendy Smith, Professor at Univ. of Delaware, on Embracing Paradoxes for Creative Solutions
Aug 14, 2024 – 23:58
Sempai's Russell Watkins on Lean Principles and Effective Problem-Solving
Jul 31, 2024 – 24:59
Mastering Large Scale Problem Solving: Patrick Elwer of Intel Shares His Key Insights
Jul 17, 2024 – 19:54
Art Byrne, retired CEO of The Wiremold Company, on Lean Transformation
Jul 3, 2024 – 22:45
Frank L. Douglas of Safe Haven Dialogues on Reframing Discrimination and Inclusion
Jun 19, 2024 – 24:31
Qorvo’s Lee Moore on Mastering Problem-Solving and Leadership
Jun 5, 2024 – 19:37
W. Henry Yaeger of Banner Group LLC on Commitment and Risk
May 22, 2024 – 19:28
Jamie Flinchbaugh Reflects: Lessons from a Problem-Solving Journey
May 8, 2024 – 19:00
Jeff Grimshaw of MGStrategy: Cultivating Agile Cultures Through Risk
Apr 24, 2024 – 20:52
Innovating the Future: Cheryl Stokes on Inclusive Leadership at CNEXT
Apr 10, 2024 – 22:56
Inclusive Problem-Solving and Culture Transformation: Insights from Rebecca Snelling of RS Consulting
Mar 27, 2024 – 20:11
Teams Solving Problems: Sarah Tilkens' Strategies from GE and The KPI Lab
Mar 13, 2024 – 19:44
Unlocking Creativity in Problem-Solving with Durward Sobek of Montana State University-Bozeman
Feb 28, 2024 – 25:06
Joshua Ehrig on Mastering Problem-Solving in Entrepreneurship - Lehigh University Insights
Feb 14, 2024 – 24:29
Navigating Change with Andrea Jones: Agile Project Management at AJC
Jan 31, 2024 – 19:39
Strategic Problem-Solving in Government: A Conversation with Frank Nestore of Mathtech
Jan 17, 2024 – 18:11
Steve Spear on Collaborative Problem-Solving at See to Solve LLC
Jan 3, 2024 – 23:10
Leading Change in Manufacturing: Mel Zehnpfennig of Dynamic Improvement Group
Dec 20, 2023 – 21:18
John McCullough: Pragmatic Problem-Solving at Sharp Services
Dec 6, 2023 – 16:09
Dr. Zacharia: Adaptive Problem-Solving - Lehigh University
Nov 20, 2023 – 18:19
Pam Klyn: Engineering a Culture of Problem-Solving Whirlpool Corporation
Nov 8, 2023 – 16:58
Cindy Hinds: The Power of Coaching - A.O. Smith
Oct 25, 2023 – 20:18
Andy Bailey: Leading with Purpose - Petra Coach
Oct 11, 2023 – 23:15
Lorenzo Gutierrez: Leadership & Intuition - Sandia National Laboratories
Sep 27, 2023 – 22:52
Ron Pereira: Leadership & Team Dynamics - Gemba Academy
Sep 13, 2023 – 22:33
Elisabeth Swan: Collaborative Problem-Solving - Just-in-Time Café
Aug 30, 2023 – 22:32
Justin Max: IDEAS for Digital Solutions - Spark DSG
Aug 16, 2023 – 25:20
Jim Huntzinger: Evolution of Lean - Lean Frontiers
Aug 2, 2023 – 22:47
Mark Graban: Author of The Mistakes That Make Us
Jul 19, 2023 – 27:16
Andy Carlino: Mastering Problem-Solving - Carlino Partners
Jul 3, 2023 – 23:42

Recent Reviews

abjones1

Who doesn’t think People Solve Problems?

I love this podcast because it recognizes that, despite technology, systems, processes, and various product solutions, the root of all improvement lies with people. People are the ones who have to use all that stuff, so we might as well recognize it from the beginning and talk about the human element with respect any solution.
BNeal1979

Getting to the root

Hey Jaime, I enjoy the podcast. I really appreciated the interview with Ron Pereira and how you got to the root of his coaching and leadership approach. I feel you do a good job with your podcast and add value with the questions and comments.