loved it. transformational

not the book but even better! a series of audios on workshops about kaizen and much more. I really loved it! I highly recommend it

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Good book

Some of the techniques that exist in this book are amazing and do plan to use to help improve myself. However, I am disappointed that the audiobook was not the same as the book. Plus the sound was really boring, however it doesn't matter. I respect the Professor Robert Maurer.

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guiding light

a must read for those who want to live their lives to the fullest. Don't hesitate to read and apply this learning

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A fun doable book

A fun read and very doable steps. A good book to reread several time a year for continuous growth.

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Awesome!

Wow! Super loved it. Amazing, educating and motivating content. This audio book is packed with practical, life changing wisdom that can be implemented immediately. I bought this book hoping to help refresh my knowledge and clarify my understanding of Kaizen. This was because having been exposed to so many tools for business process improvement and support and not feeling like I were ever going to use or remember them, I wondered if all the time and money put into studying were even worth the effort. I thought I would set it aside and listen to it in the Summer. Last year, I took some courses on 6Sigma, among other things, and now wanted to get a book that made a true difference in explaining the Kaizen concept and was not just a money grab so I spent weeks listening to introductions before deciding on this book. When I finally bought the book, I were so overwhelmed with post-grad level studies, related group projects, and exam preparation that I needed an occasional mental escape. I chose to listen to Dr. Maurer's version of what Kaizen is about and that turned out to be a very rewarding decision. I not only found myself intrigued and captivated so much that I plugged in earphones and listened all night, but because the idea was shown to be so simple that I would be foolish to not try it out, I also immediately started implementing the recommended small step approach to my project preparations. In the midst of 4 Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance exams and 2 high level projects, I found a most unexpected place of reason and calm. The tension in my neck and shoulders began to subside the longer I listened. Dr. Maurer's pleasant and wise words were the lullabies I fell asleep and woke up to at my study desk. By following the Kaizen little improvements approach, I finished my part of the projects on time and had lots of time left over. Like magic, I gradually found that I had fewer concerns about the upcoming exams. Study-life balance became real and achievable for the first time.

I took the time to write this review because this book has positively changed my life. By implementing the Kaizen method of one small improvement step at a time approach, I gained my life back and have a new understanding of Kaizen. It really works! This book comes loaded with practical examples and anecdotes. It is fun and funny to listen to and I still can't get "Hark, I heard the cannon roar" out of my head. I highly recommend this book. It is truly a great investment! I am not affiliated with the author in any way. I do admire his obvious strengths in teaching the Kaizen approach.

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worth every dime and minute

worth the listening, every couple of months this is a go to listen... helps center the mind

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It's the little thi ga that count.

When I first learned about Kaizen, it was summed up as "Daily Continuous Improvement." Dr. Maurer breaks it down I to many little things, many areas in your life that can be improved: learning to ask more questions; performing small acts of service; small rewards all while increasing optimism.
He definitely has a handle of what can be worked on instead of looking to one big major change.

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Great Listen

Available only on Audible, this is a collection of recorded lectures with commentary added here and there.

The latter part of the book digressed a bit, but it covers interesting topics nonetheless, so that's easily forgiven.

After listening to it, you will have a fundamental understanding of Kaizen and (at least in my case) a new appreciation of how impactful small steps can be in reaching a larger goal.

Recommend read.

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great book.

lots of practical exercises to help with every aspect of life. recomend it to those who are dealing with depression and relationship problems.

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Poor production quality

The sound quality is poor, the music playing in the background is annoying (especially for those of us with hearing challenges), and many parts are quite boring. Could have been good but instead was quite a disappointment.

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