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How to Use A3 Thinking to Solve Chronic Problems in Everyday Life

Presented by Jess Orr

We often view A3 thinking as a strictly professional tool for manufacturing floors or corporate boardrooms. But what if the same disciplined logic used by Toyota could solve the recurring frustrations in your personal life?

Join Jess Orr, a Continuous Improvement Practitioner and former Toyota engineer, as she dismantles the myth that A3 is just a workplace template. In this webinar, Jess reveals how A3 thinking is actually a mindset—one that prevents us from jumping to conclusions and helps us solve problems permanently.

Whether you are struggling with a career plateau, a bad habit, or interpersonal conflict, this session will show you how to apply the scientific method to your daily life.

In This Webinar, You Will Learn

• The “Goldilocks” of Problem Solving
  How to determine when a problem is complex enough to require an A3 versus a simple “just do it” fix.

• Beyond the Template
  A step-by-step walkthrough of the A3 process, from problem definition through root cause analysis and sustaining gains.

• A Real-World Case Study
  Watch Jess build a real A3 from scratch to address a personal communication challenge, including her data collection methods and countermeasures.

• Root Cause Mastery
  How to use the 5 Whys effectively to stop treating symptoms and uncover the true source of a problem.

About the Presenter:

Jess Orr

Jess is a continuous improvement thinker and practitioner with 10+ years experience in a variety of industries, including automotive at Toyota. She holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Virginia Tech and 2 Six Sigma Black Belt certifications.

In her current role, Jess applies her passion for people and processes to empower her fellow employees to make impactful and sustainable improvements. You can connect with her on LinkedIn. Her website and blog can be found at www.yokotenlearning.com.