Improving Project Teams is Hard Work. Embrace It. Improving project teams is hard work because it requires a deep engagement with the fundamental acts of commitment, communication, and trust that underlie all coordinated action. Today, the world is full of promises of quick fixes and easy solutions. There are so many people who call themselves leaders or are in leadership positions who interact with their teams the same way they interact with social media—keep scrolling until something captures our attention for a brief period and then move on. We desperately need leaders who can commit to something bigger than themselves, dig into the hard work, take the time to understand the people around them, stay in the hard conversations, and not always look for quick fixes and instant gratification. Transforming how we relate to one another, making and fulfilling promises, and creating shared meaning in our work demands confronting and addressing breakdowns in trust, misalignments in our commitments, and the often unspoken moods that shape our interactions. By investing in the hard work of improving our teams, we are building the foundation for more effective collaboration, authentic trust, and, ultimately, better project outcomes. This is not work that can be done overnight, nor can it be achieved through superficial efforts and slick solutions. It requires a sustained commitment to learning, reflection, and conversations with other human beings. Honest, authentic conversations. But the rewards are profound: a project team that operates with a high degree of integrity, alignment, and shared purpose is a team that can achieve remarkable results. Let’s embrace the hard work of improving our project teams, knowing that this will lead us to success. LeanProject #LeanProject #Midion #Leadership #leanconstruction
LeanProject
Construction
St. Paul, MN 2,042 followers
Saving the world from miserable projects.
About us
LeanProject helps you achieve your business goals through a better project delivery experience. Our proven 3Px approach consistently delivers projects faster and for less cost while creating a better experience for everyone involved. We have over 20 years of experience helping our clients achieve success on projects worldwide. #LeanConstruction #BetterBuilding #LeanProject #LastPlannerSystem
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http://www.leanproject.com
External link for LeanProject
- Industry
- Construction
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- St. Paul, MN
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1999
- Specialties
- Integrated Project Delivery consulting and coaching, Last Planner® System training and coaching, Choosing By Advantages Decisionmaking training and facilitation, Company-wide lean transformation planning and consulting, and 3Px
Locations
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75 West Fifth Street
Suite 308
St. Paul, MN 55102, US
Employees at LeanProject
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Amy Klous, MBA, PCC
Certified and Credentialed Developmental Coach
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John Draper
Principal at JDDraper Consulting LLC
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Klaus Lemke
Managing Principal | LeanProject
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Colleen Kranz💡
Purpose-Driven Growth | Author Grow North Thursday | Marketing Advisor | 3x Entrepreneur | Airplane and Sauna Builder
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We are proud to play our part in Portland International Airport's New Terminal! ✈️ We’re excited to see the new main terminal at Portland International Airport open its doors! LeanProject is honored to have contributed to this remarkable achievement alongside a talented team of industry leaders. This project, featured by Engineering News-Record, highlights the innovative use of technology and sustainable materials, including an impressive nine-acre timber roof. It’s a perfect example of how collaboration and expertise can deliver outstanding results. Congratulations to everyone involved in bringing this project to life! We’re looking forward to more opportunities to drive success together. 📌 Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/g5diTT7P #Construction #Engineering #Innovation #PDXNext #Infrastructure
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Building consistent project success, together. Achieving predictable and consistent project outcomes is more crucial than ever. At LeanProject, we help our clients not only meet, but often exceed expectations in budget and timeline. In surveys, our clients consistently report improvements in their project results, and highlight our ability to navigate the complexities of construction with precision and care. Whether it's ensuring that projects stay on budget or delivering on time, our approach is designed to create success stories. What sets us apart? - Industry Expertise: We leverage 25 years of deep knowledge and proven practices to guide projects to successful completion. - Collaborative Partnerships: We believe in working hand-in-hand with our clients, ensuring that every step is a joint effort toward shared goals. - Holistic Focus: From planning to execution, we consider every detail, ensuring that the end result is not just a finished project, but a successful one. Let’s build something great together. Connect with us to learn how we can support your next project. #ProjectManagement #ConstructionExcellence #TeamSuccess
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A focus on people, and solving project challenges together. At LeanProject, we understand that project success isn't just about processes and tools -- it's about people. Every day, we encounter situations where team members face interpersonal challenges that can impact project outcomes. This is where LeanProject excels. We don't just provide solutions, we foster environments where open communication and collaboration thrive. Our approach is centered on understanding and addressing the human factors that drive project dynamics. If you're facing similar challenges or want to enhance your team's effectiveness, reach out to Klaus Lemke or Jason Klous. Together, we can turn conflicts into opportunities for growth and success.
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Restrictive moods are toxic on projects and spread quickly. Leaders who fall into and get stuck in a mood of arrogance destroy teams and drive people away. If you'd like to learn more about navigating moods in the project world, please reach out today for a conversation.
The Dangers of Arrogant Leadership In our work on projects and within companies, I often encounter leaders who are stuck in a mood of arrogance. They may not be arrogant people, but they have a mood of arrogance toward certain subjects, people, or their work in general. Projects today are fast-paced, complex, and ever-changing, and effective, authentic leadership is needed to create the kind of project culture that leads to successful project outcomes and healthy teams. Why is a mood of arrogance in our project leaders so devastating to project outcomes? A leader stuck in an arrogant mood believes they know best, stifling open communication and collaboration. This can lead to a work environment where team members feel undervalued and hesitant to share ideas. As a result, we cannot realize all the benefits of a collaborative and diverse team. When leaders are arrogant, they are blinded by their own perceived infallibility. They may disregard valuable input and feedback, resulting in poor decisions that could have been avoided with a more inclusive approach. This leads to disastrous project outcomes that could have been prevented through more collaborative and open conversations. Leaders in arrogant moods lack humility, which creates mistrust within teams. This leads to unmotivated team members and low productivity, and people leave projects and companies when they work for arrogant leaders. In an era where high-performing team members should be cherished, arrogant leaders drive them away. A mood of arrogance creates rigidity. Leaders who are unwilling to adapt or consider alternative viewpoints may struggle to navigate challenges and miss opportunities for innovation and growth. This limits our ability to adapt to new ideas and consider diverse viewpoints from other team members. What mood should we be in as leaders? Cultivating a mood of confidence, humility and curiosity within leaders fosters a learning culture, mutual respect, and collective success within project teams. Leaders in these moods listen well and ask questions instead of dictating actions and dominating conversations with angry rants and command-and-control behavior. Confident leaders know they can rely on their teams to help them, and they build trust with their teams by allowing others to contribute and grow. Let’s strive to lead with empathy, openness, and a genuine appreciation for the contributions of others. Our project teams depend on it. #LeanProject #Midion #leanconstruction #moods #language #leadership #communication
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We're thrilled to announce that we're hiring as we continue to grow and embark on exciting new projects. We're seeking talented individuals at all levels who are passionate about enhancing project experiences and driving successful outcomes. If you're eager to work on some of the most impactful projects being designed and constructed today, we'd love to hear from you!
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We love helping our clients learn and grow. We are proud of our long partnership with Skanska and the project teams that we have been part of.
It was a great week in Phoenix with the Skanska team. We did a full day of Essential Conversations with a group of Skanska leaders and finished the week with two days of the Villego simulation and learning about the Last Planner System. Working with such an incredible team of dedicated and progressive leaders is always rewarding and energizing! Chad Hillard Nick Pemper Kevin Connor Michael Hawpe Melody Roberts (Maas) LeanProject Skanska #leanconstruction #lastplannersytem #essentialconveresations #languageaction
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Are you an owner with a business critical industrial project coming up? A project team delivering a critical project? Maybe you are trying to build a team for a remote project? We can help! We have been helping owners and teams deliver business critical industrial projects all over the globe for 25 years. Call us today to find out how we can help you deliver success!
Industrial design and construction is a cornerstone of economic development, technological advancement, and societal progress worldwide. From fertilizer plants and food processing facilities to refineries and warehouses, industrial construction projects create the infrastructure that drives industries, supports communities, and fosters innovation. Industrial projects attract significant investments, driving economic growth in regions where they are developed. These projects are often located in rural areas and can revitalize local economies by generating business opportunities and enhancing the local infrastructure. At LeanProject, we have been helping owners and project teams deliver complex industrial projects all over the globe. From fertilizer plants in Brazil to food processing plants in the rural Midwest, we have the experience and the processes to help you deliver a successful project. Many industrial construction projects involve international collaboration, bringing together expertise and investment from multiple countries. These projects bring their own level of complexity, with different cultural norms, language barriers, and the challenge of maintaining a reliable supply chain in remote locations. We focus on developing leaders and practices to navigate these emerging challenges. When successful, these projects foster global partnerships and promote knowledge and technology sharing within project teams. If you are facing a challenging industrial project and want to learn more about how we can help you deliver it successfully, please get in touch with me for a conversation.
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At LeanProject taking care of people is one of our core values. We develop leaders and project teams who can deliver projects with care and commitment.
In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive project world, the concept of care often takes a backseat to other priorities like profitability, productivity, and schedule. However, projects that prioritize care—care for employees, customers, and the broader community—often find themselves not only surviving but thriving. The power of care in the project environment is a transformative force that can foster a positive culture, enhance teamwork and drive success within the project. Encouraging open and honest communication between team members fosters a culture of trust and prevents gossip from spreading. Standard team practices for delivering and listening to assessments create the foundation for openness and collaboration. Team members who feel cared for are likelier to be engaged, motivated, and loyal. A supportive project environment can reduce turnover rates and boost productivity, as people in expansive moods are often more committed and ambitious in their roles. The power of care in projects is undeniable. By prioritizing the well-being of team members and creating expansive moods, project teams can build a community of care that extends beyond the project environment. This caring approach enhances team culture and drives successful project outcomes. In a world where the human element is often overlooked, embracing care as a core value can set a project apart and pave the way for a brighter, more compassionate future in our industry.
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A new way. A better way to approach projects and structure project-based organizations. That's what we chatted about with Klaus Lemke on last week's LinkedIn Live all around "Leveraging Project Execution for Any Organization’s Success." Did you miss it? 📌 You can watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/extyg2_a