Author: Lizzie Heitmeyer
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Lean Six Sigma: 10 Takeaways for Product Owners
I recently completed my Lean 6 Sigma Yellow belt (see my article here: Lean Six Sigma in a Digital World). I wanted to capture what I found to be some critical takeaways for Product Owners/Product Managers. See below
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Lean Six Sigma in a Digital World
I recently earned my Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, and it completely changed how I think about efficiency and quality, especially in a digital environment. While both Lean and Six Sigma aim to improve processes and outcomes, they approach it from different angles. Lean focuses on reducing waste and maximising value, while Six Sigma uses…
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My 3 Biggest Lessons From (almost) 3 Years in Consulting
As I shut the door on almost three years in Management Consulting, I figured it was only right to reflect on everything I’ve learned along the way. I joined the consulting world as an Analyst straight out of university (with a short detour for travel). While I had a solid amount of professional experience prior…
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Don’t Start Running Until You Understand These 3 Things
I started running in 2024 and honestly, I haven’t looked back. From my first breathless 3K lap of the Tan (for anyone not in Melbourne, this is the Royal Botanic Gardens) to running a hand full of 10Ks and completing City2Surf, I’ve discovered that running is something I truly love – and I know it’ll…
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5 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Got Into Health and Fitness
When I first got into health and fitness, I went all in. I was motivated, eager to make a change, and honestly a little naïve. Over time, I’ve learned a lot – mostly by trial and error. If I could sit down with my past self over a coffee, here are five things I’d gently…
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3 Ways Fitness Makes Me a Better Consultant
Balancing fitness with a full-time consulting career isn’t always easy with early mornings, packed schedules and client deadlines. But over the years, I’ve realised that fitness doesn’t just fit around my work life, it actually makes me better at it! Here are three ways staying active has helped me show up stronger as a consultant:…