Lean Made Simple: Transform Your Business & Life One Step At A Time!

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Welcome to Lean Made Simple: a podcast for people who want to change their business and their lives one step at a time. I’m Ryan Tierney from Seating Matters, a manufacturing company from Limavady, Northern Ireland. Eight years ago I came across this thing called lean and it transformed my life and now I want to share this message with as many people as possible.

  1. The Lean Summit to Change your LIFE & BUSINESS

    25 AGO

    The Lean Summit to Change your LIFE & BUSINESS

    Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) delves deep into Ireland's BIGGEST ever Lean summit, Gemba Summit at Titanic Belfast, Northern Ireland on 20th-21st October 2025.Find out more about Gemba Summit and:- Whit can be your next lean TURNING POINT- Why people are travelling from all over the world to EXPERIENCE lean- HOW you can join some of the world top lean leaders➡️ Book your GEMBA SUMMIT tickets today: https://gembasummit.com➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour➡️ Subscribe to the Lean Made Simple podcast.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/lean-made-simple-transform-your-business-life-one-step/id1693831884Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bUJ0QwamrZjjvfpUkQrCq

    21 min
  2. My HIGH STAKES Lean challenge

    21 JUL

    My HIGH STAKES Lean challenge

    Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) sits down with podcast host Matthew Thompson to get deep into why he has made the boldest move of his life and made a high stake move that will be the ultimate test of lean.🟢 Ryan Tierney leaves his successful business to take on his biggest Lean challenge yet.🟢 Why Sperrin Metal needs more than just tools — it needed a complete culture reset.🟢 Discover the real-world pressures behind buying a struggling factory and leading from the front.🟢 This episode explores what it means to truly believe in Lean — when the stakes are high and nothing is guaranteed.🟢 A personal story of purpose, risk, Draperstown pride, and building something that lasts.➡️ Find out more about Sperrin Metal at www.sperrin-metal.com➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour

    29 min
  3. How ROLLS ROYCE does LEAN | Let's Talk Lean Podcast

    14 JUL

    How ROLLS ROYCE does LEAN | Let's Talk Lean Podcast

    In this episode of Lets Talk Lean, Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) and Paul Blahyj (Toyota Lean Management Centre) sit down with Aiden Rogers from Rolls Royce, one of the world's most prestigious brands to dig deep into how they do lean.✅ Aiden Rogers shares how Rolls-Royce shifted from tool-driven fixes to culture-led continuous improvement.✅ Learn how a 100-year family legacy at Rolls-Royce shaped Aiden’s leadership vision.✅ Discover the power of “fix what bugs you” as a culture-builder, not just a process tool.✅ Real-world Lean examples — from silicon cases to digital tracking — making massive impact on the shop floor.✅ A behind-the-scenes look at how Toyota’s influence and humility are driving meaningful change inside one of the world’s most prestigious brands.⸻➡️ Work with TOYOTA LEAN MANAGEMENT CENTRE: https://tlmc.toyotauk.com➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour

    33 min
  4. 🌍 Inside Europe’s Leanest Nations | Let's Talk Lean Podcast

    14 JUL

    🌍 Inside Europe’s Leanest Nations | Let's Talk Lean Podcast

    In this episode of Lets Talk Lean, Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) and Paul Blahyj (Toyota Lean Management Centre) sit down with lean officials Phil Catherwood (Welsh Government), Robert Hernan (Enterprise Ireland) and John McClune (Invest Northern Ireland) to talk what it takes to bring lean to the nations. 🌍 Three national leaders share how Ireland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are driving lean transformation at scale. 🌍 Why site visits, clusters, and exemplars are more powerful than PowerPoints — and how they’re used to spread Lean thinking. 🌍 A behind-the-scenes look at how national Lean programs are structured for SMEs, not just large corporations. 🌍 The real challenge? It’s not tools, it’s leadership — and helping everyday managers become confident Lean leaders. 🌍 A rare cross-border conversation on collaboration, culture, and how Lean is shaping the future of work. ⸻ ➡️ Work with TOYOTA LEAN MANAGEMENT CENTRE: https://tlmc.toyotauk.com ➡️ Welsh Government LEAN ASSISTANCE: https://www.gov.wales/huge-productivity-gains-toyota-assistance-programme ➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store ➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour

    30 min
  5. The Future of Lean Is Here | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    14 JUL

    The Future of Lean Is Here | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    In this episode of Lets Talk Lean, Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) and Paul Blahyj (Toyota Lean Management Centre) sit down with Make UK mentor Mike Dimmack and lean apprentice Ruby Handley to discuss the future of lean in the UK and beyond. ✅ Meet Ruby, a passionate Lean apprentice reshaping how we think about manufacturing at just 20 years old. ✅ Discover how Make UK trains the next generation of engineers through hands-on Lean learning. ✅ Why common sense, not complexity, is the key to great Lean thinking. ✅ Hear why apprenticeship routes are gaining serious momentum — and why they’re more relevant than ever. ✅ Insightful reflections on legacy, motivation, and empowering young talent from an award-winning Make UK mentor. ➡️ Work with TOYOTA LEAN MANAGEMENT CENTRE: https://tlmc.toyotauk.com ➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store ➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour

    27 min
  6. Toyota's CULTURE PLAYBOOK exposed | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    23 JUN

    Toyota's CULTURE PLAYBOOK exposed | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    In this episode of Lets Talk Lean, Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) and Paul Blahyj (Toyota Lean Management Centre) sit down with Toyota HR General Manager Liam Holmes to talk all things culture and people at the world's best manufacturer. 🔴 Discover how Toyota develops not just cars, but careers – from the production line to leadership. 🔴 Liam shares a 30-year journey of people-first principles and Lean culture. 🔴 Learn the structured training system that gets results and builds loyalty. 🔴 See why emotional intelligence matters just as much as engineering skill. 🔴 Find out how Toyota prepares for the future through apprenticeships and continuous improvement. ➡️ Work with TOYOTA LEAN MANAGEMENT CENTRE: https://tlmc.toyotauk.com ➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store ➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour

    24 min
  7. ZERO to 15,000 shipments per week with LEAN | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    16 JUN

    ZERO to 15,000 shipments per week with LEAN | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    In this episode of Lets Talk Lean, Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) and Paul Blahyj (Toyota Lean Management Centre) sit down with former Premier League footballer Thomas Robson Kanu about his journey as an international soccer star turned SME owner and lean practitioner. Premier League to Entrepreneur – Thomas shares how a career-threatening injury became the unlikely spark for a functional wellness brand. Snapped Knee to Secret Weapon – Hear the story behind the homemade turmeric blend that changed his life and career. Scaling from Kitchen to 15,000 Shots a Week – The journey of building a lean beverage business from scratch, without a blueprint. Lean Thinking Meets Elite Mindset – How Thomas applies high-performance principles from football into continuous improvement and culture. Taking on Industry Giants – Competing with global brands through purpose-driven products and smart processes. ➡️ Work with TOYOTA LEAN MANAGEMENT CENTRE: https://tlmc.toyotauk.com ➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store ➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour

    24 min
  8. WOMEN in Manufacturing: Breaking the stigma | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    3 JUN

    WOMEN in Manufacturing: Breaking the stigma | Let’s Talk Lean Podcast

    In this episode of Lets Talk Lean, Ryan Tierney (Lean Made Simple) and Paul Blahyj (Toyota Lean Management Centre) sit down with lean PhD Alisha Gibbons.Find out:- What its like being a woman in manufacturing- How can Toyota and others make lean cool- Attracting young people into lean for the future- Is lean really mean?➡️ Work with TOYOTA LEAN MANAGEMENT CENTRE: https://tlmc.toyotauk.com➡️ Order the book, LEAN MADE SIMPLE: 12 PROVEN STEPS FOR CREATING A VIBRANT LEAN CULTURE: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/store➡️ Book a Lean Made Simple tour: https://www.leanmadesimple.com/book-a-tour

    31 min
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Welcome to Lean Made Simple: a podcast for people who want to change their business and their lives one step at a time. I’m Ryan Tierney from Seating Matters, a manufacturing company from Limavady, Northern Ireland. Eight years ago I came across this thing called lean and it transformed my life and now I want to share this message with as many people as possible.

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