Overview

Full Product Details

9781138368668

Table of Contents

Reviews

Daniel T. Bloom does an excellent job in demonstrating the importance of distinguishing what is certain from what is opinion before determining the solution to a problem by telling a believable story that makes the information fun to read. Terra Vanzant Stern, PhD, principal of SSD Global Solutions, Lean6 Society and Rocky Mountain Quality Consortium As Dan Bloom rightfully points out in his appendix, 'The title of this book, Reality and Perception and Your Company's Workplace Culture: Creating the New Normal for Problem Solving and Change Management, lays out the roadmap for moving organizations from a state of perception to a state of reality.' And Dan is absolutely correct, he does provide an excellent roadmap for changing organizations. Dan explains that the current state of reality forces changes to the entire environment within the workplace, including the role of the human capital assets. These assets, the true, front line subject matter experts (SME's), are no longer just considered expense items, but rather those employees who play a crucial role in the success of all organizations. These subject matter experts should be taking part in defining the organization's problems because they are the true process owners. The SME's truly understand the processes they work in because they own it and want their processes to be the best! Dan Bloom has done an excellent job of laying out the step-by-step process for improving every organization. In this book he lays out the 'rules of action' that, if followed, will result in significant profitability improvements and true and lasting customer satisfaction! I highly recommend this book to all, but especially for leadership in all manufacturing facilities. Bob Sproull, President, Focus and Leverage Consulting, author of The Focus and Leverage Improvement Book: Locating and Eliminating the Constraining Factor of Your Lean Six Sigma Initiative and The Problem-Solving, Problem-Prevention, and Decision-Making Guide: Organized and Systematic Roadmaps for Managers This book takes the reader on a journey within Acme Gyroscope and highlights real-life problems it was experiencing delivering products and services to its customers. As the operational frustrations continued to build early in the story, a Lean Sigma approach of problem identification, establishing clear expectations and 'rules' along with walking in someone else's shoes (standing in the circle) were some of the tools used to contribute towards improving customer satisfaction. This is a fascinating read that uses Lean Sigma tools and a straight forward approach 'how to use' the tools providing the reader a great opportunity for learning and hands-on application that can be applied for immediate improvement in their day-to-day operation (win-win). William F Mazurek MBA, BSE, LSSBB, FSCE, President Maz-Tec & Associates, Adjunct Professor - Saint Petersburg College Daniel Bloom writes an insightful examination of applying the TLS Continuum Process to improve existing processes to two organizations. His narrative exemplifies the need to think systemically when making changes. I particularly appreciated the mirror/window analogy and the brain trust concepts for examining problems and making change. Gary A. DePaul, PhD, CPT, Owner of HR Leadership Curators and author of Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership

Dan Bloom has done an excellent job of laying out the step-by-step process for improving every organization. In this book he prsents the rules of action that, if followed, will result in significant profitability improvements and true and lasting customer satisfaction! I highly recommend this book to all, but especially for leadership in all manufacturing facilities. Bob Sproull, President, Focus and Leverage Consulting, author of The Focus and Leverage Improvement Book: Locating and Eliminating the Constraining Factor of Your Lean Six Sigma Initiative and The Problem-Solving, Problem-Prevention, and Decision-Making Guide: Organized and Systematic Roadmaps for Managers Daniel T. Bloom does an excellent job in demonstrating the importance of distinguishing what is certain from what is opinion before determining the solution to a problem by telling a believable story that makes the information fun to read. Terra Vanzant Stern, PhD, principal of SSD Global Solutions, Lean6 Society and Rocky Mountain Quality Consortium. Daniel Bloom writes an insightful examination of applying the TLS Continuum Process to improve existing processes to two organizations. His narrative exemplifies the need to think systemically when making changes. I particularly appreciated the mirror/window analogy and the brain trust concepts for examining problems and making change. Gary A. DePaul, PhD, CPT Owner of HR Leadership Curators and author of Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership

Dan Bloom has done an excellent job of laying out the step-by-step process for improving every organization. In this book he prsents the rules of action that, if followed, will result in significant profitability improvements and true and lasting customer satisfaction! I highly recommend this book to all, but especially for leadership in all manufacturing facilities. Bob Sproull, President, Focus and Leverage Consulting, author of The Focus and Leverage Improvement Book: Locating and Eliminating the Constraining Factor of Your Lean Six Sigma Initiative and The Problem-Solving, Problem-Prevention, and Decision-Making Guide: Organized and Systematic Roadmaps for Managers Daniel T. Bloom does an excellent job in demonstrating the importance of distinguishing what is certain from what is opinion before determining the solution to a problem by telling a believable story that makes the information fun to read. Terra Vanzant Stern, PhD, principal of SSD Global Solutions, Lean6 Society and Rocky Mountain Quality Consortium. Daniel Bloom writes an insightful examination of applying the TLS Continuum Process to improve existing processes to two organizations. His narrative exemplifies the need to think systemically when making changes. I particularly appreciated the mirror/window analogy and the brain trust concepts for examining problems and making change. Gary A. DePaul, PhD, CPT Owner of HR Leadership Curators and author of Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership This book takes the reader on a journey within Acme Gyroscope and highlights real-life problems it was experiencing delivering products and services to its customers. As the operational frustrations continued to build early in the story, a Lean Sigma approach of problem identification, establishing clear expectations and `rules' along with walking in someone else's shoes (standing in the circle) were some of the tools used to contribute towards improving customer satisfaction. This is a fascinating read that uses Lean Sigma tools and a straight forward approach `how to use' the tools providing the reader a great opportunity for learning and hands-on application that can be applied for immediate improvement in there day-to-day operation (win-win). By William F Mazurek MBA, BSE, LSSBB, FSCE President Maz-Tec & Associates Adjunct Professor - Saint Petersburg College

Author Information

Daniel T. Bloom, SPHR, SSBB, SCRP, is the founder and chief executive officer of Daniel Bloom & Associates, Inc. Founded in 1980, DBAI is a Largo, Florida–based human capital consulting firm dedicated to helping clients create strategic, innovative, and aligned organizations. He is a well-respected author, speaker, and HR Strategist, who has worked as a contingency executive recruiter, a member of the internal HR staff of a Fortune 1000 corporation, and as a Corporate Relocation Director for several real estate firms. He is an active participant within the HR Social Media scene maintaining Blogs on BestThinking.com, Wordpress, Human Capital League, Blogger, Toolbox for HR, and others. Since 1980 he has written over 40 articles and white papers which have appeared in the professional press and online. Dan is also a frequent contributor to the HR site Hirecentrix. He is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management, Worldwide ERC, and a Professional member of the National Speakers Association. He currently serves as a member of the Engineering Technology and Building Arts Advisory Board at St. Petersburg College. After 30 years involvement in the industry, he is a Subject Matter Expert on issues surrounding Domestic Relocation issues. A graduate of Parsons College with a degree in Education, Daniel Bloom is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR); a Six Sigma Black Belt, and a Senior Certified Relocation Professional. He founded Daniel Bloom & Associates, Inc. in 1980 following a lay off from the HR department of the ECI Division of E-Systems.

Tab Content 6

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

Countries Available