How One Marshmallow Can Change the Way You Think About Problem Solving

Presenter: Patrick Adams, CEO/Executive Lean Coach, Patrick Adams Consulting Services, Allendale, Michigan, USA

Keywords: PDCA, Marshmallow, Collaboration

Industry: Manufacturing

Level: Intermediate

ABSTRACT

Did you know one marshmallow can change the way you solve problems? During this session, participants will engage in the famous Marshmallow Challenge and understand the power of becoming a 'Learning Organization.' Participants will learn how to facilitate this activity in a way that helps give an introduction to Plan-Do-Check-Act. This session includes an introduction to PDCA and Structured Problem Solving to include learned benefits such as Teamwork, Collaboration, Team Diversity, Communication, and so much more!