This is the go-to podcast for employees in a non-management role who are looking to elevate their careers in the corporate world.
Our mission is to help you break out of the hamster wheel and achieve your full potential. In each episode, we will share practical methods to bring more value to your work and improve your productivity.
We will also bring on inspiring guests from various industries who will share their secrets to success and help you advance in your career.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level, hit that subscribe button and join us on this exciting journey!
10 Common Mistakes That Slow Down Six Sigma Projects
Have you ever started a Lean Six Sigma project with great motivation, only to find yourself stuck somewhere along the DMAIC journey?
In this solo episode, I share 10 common challenges I've encountered while coaching Yellow Belts, Green Belts, and Black Belts, along with practical tips on how to overcome them.
From securing sponsor commitment and collecting the right data to identifying root causes, implementing improvements, and sustaining results, every phase of DMAIC comes with its own challenges.
I'll explain why keeping things simple, taking a pragmatic approach to statistical analysis, and involving the right people at the right time can make a significant difference in your project's success.
We'll also explore why great improvement ideas don't always translate into action, how to maintain momentum throughout the project, and why celebrating success is an important part of building a continuous improvement culture.
Finally, I'll share one simple tip that can help you significantly shorten your project timeline by planning ahead and securing your team's availability from the very beginning.
Want to learn more about Lean Six Sigma or need support with your improvement projects? Visit us at www.wave bef.com.
Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint:
Website Wave BEF: https://www.wave-bef.com/ (https://www.wave-bef.com/)
Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet (https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet)
LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/)
YouTube WAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 (https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034)
Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ (https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/)
Feel free to contact Wave team (mailto:contact@wave-bef.com) at any time.
Check out our courses for PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL GROWTH:
For Employees: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees (https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees)
For Managers: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers (https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers)
5 Jul 2026
The Skill Nobody Taught You at Work with Juan Steigerwald
Are you leading your workday, or is your autopilot leading you?
In this episode of First Waves for Employees, I share a preview of the Change Your Mind, Create New Results program and explore how neuroscience can help us create lasting personal and professional change.
We take a closer look at the frontal lobe, the part of the brain responsible for conscious decision-making, creativity, and self-awareness, and why it plays such a powerful role in breaking automatic habits and creating new ways of thinking and behaving.
You'll discover why becoming the observer of your own thoughts, emotions, and behaviors is the first step toward meaningful transformation. I'll also introduce three simple questions you can ask yourself every day to help you think more intentionally, respond more consciously, and shape the person you want to become.
Whether you're an employee, a leader, or simply someone committed to personal growth, this episode will give you practical insights to help you move from autopilot to intentional action, one conscious choice at a time.
Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint:
Website Wave BEF: www.wave-bef.com (http://www.wave-bef.com)
Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet (https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet)
LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/)
YouTube WAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 (https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034)
Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ (https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/)
Feel free to contact Wave team (mailto:contact@wave-bef.com) at any time.
Check out our courses for PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL GROWTH:
For Employees: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees (https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees)
For Managers: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers (https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers)
16 Mar 2026
How to Become a Leader Before You Have the Title with Juan Steigerwald
Welcome to First WAVES for Employees.
Today we’re talking about something many people misunderstand about leadership. Most people think leadership begins the day they get promoted. The day they receive the title, the office, or the authority.
But the truth is, real leadership start much earlier than that.
The people who become great leaders tomorrow are usually the employees who already act like leaders today. They take ownership, they look for ways to improve things, and theyinfluence the people around them even without a title.
So in this episode, I want to share how you can start becoming a leader right now, exactly where you are in your organization.
Time stamps:
01:15 Introduction to Leadership Mindset.
05:10 Ownership and Initiative in Leadership.
07:55 Think Like a Continuous Improvement Leader.
10:20 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership.
18:25 Creating Value and Return on Investment.
24:10 Influencing Without Authority.
29:50 Investing in Personal Development.
31:30 Conclusion: Practice Leadership Daily.
Where to find Juan and Wave Business Excellence Footprint:
Website Wave BEF: www.wave-bef.com (http://www.wave-bef.com)
Website: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet (https://www.wave-bef.com/health-happiness-planet)
LinkedIn Juan Steigerwald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-eduardo-steigerwald-01710b1/)
YouTube WAVE BEF: https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034 (https://www.youtube.com/@wavebusinessexcellencefoot1034)
Instagram: Health, Happiness & Planet: https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/ (https://www.instagram.com/health_happiness_planet/)
Feel free to contact Wave team (mailto:contact@wave-bef.com) at any time.
Check out our courses for PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL GROWTH:
For Employees: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees (https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-employees)
For Managers: https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers (https://www.wave-bef.com/courses-for-managers)
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