Why This Matters

Firefighting is expensive. Every delay, defect, or rework drains resources, frustrates teams, and erodes margins. Most organizations settle for band-aids that fix symptoms but leave the real problem untouched.

Our training changes that. We transform employees into detectives who spot the right problem, teams into engines that solve it for good, and leaders into catalysts who sustain the change.

When that shift happens, problems don’t just disappear — they turn into measurable profits.

What We Teach

We don’t overload people with 50 tools they’ll never use. We teach the practical, high-impact methods and human strengths that actually solve problems — from the essentials your teams need today to the advanced techniques that drive long-term results.

Participants learn how to:

• Problem-Solving Foundations — Build confidence with everyday tools like 8D and PDCA to identify the real issue, fix it fast, and prevent it from coming back.

• Advanced Problem Solving (Six Sigma Green & Black Belt) — Master the 20% of tools that solve 80% of problems — Our proven approach that simplifies complex methods.

• Storytelling for Solutions — Turn data and discoveries into clear, persuasive narratives that gain buy-in and motivate change.

• Detective Skills — Strengthen curiosity, pattern recognition, and critical thinking to uncover what others miss.

• Team & Leadership Skills — Collaborate across functions, build accountability, and lead others through change.

The result: self-sustaining problem solvers who fix faster, communicate better, and turn challenges into profit.

Why We’re Different

Most training is boring — slides, theory, and a few good intentions that fade by Monday. Our training is different. It’s alive, it’s fun, and it sticks because people actually enjoy it.  We provide in class coaching and recommend follow-up coaching.

We combine real-world experience with story-driven teaching to create sessions that are as entertaining as they are effective. We don't just deliver content — we bring it to life with humor, storytelling, and hands-on activities that keep teams fully engaged.

Participants don’t just listen; they laugh, interact, and learn by doing. They walk away energized and confident — ready to apply what they’ve learned immediately to real problems on the floor.

The result? Training your people remember, apply, and talk about long after it’s over — because it makes their work easier, faster, and more rewarding.

Our Training

Successful Six Sigma Training

For organizations ready to take problem solving to the next level, Michael delivers Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Green Belt, and Black Belt training designed with one clear principle: focus on the 20% of tools that solve 80% of the problems. This streamlined approach ensures participants build practical skills they can apply immediately — not get lost in unnecessary theory.

In addition to belt programs, Michael offers Champion Training to prepare managers and executives to effectively sponsor projects, remove barriers, and guide their teams toward results.

The impact is proven:

“We’ve documented $1M in savings from two projects after our team completed Green Belt training with Michael.”

The outcome: a workforce capable of driving measurable cost savings, faster cycle times, and sustainable improvements — turning your biggest problems into lasting business advantages.

16 Strengths of Successful Problem Solvers

Every organization has problems — but the difference between those that thrive and those that struggle is how they approach them. The 16 Strengths of Successful Problem Solvers develop the mindset and skills that turn recurring issues from profit drains into opportunities for improvement and growth.

This training is highly customizable to meet the needs of your organization. Whether you need sharper individual contributors, stronger cross-functional teamwork, or leaders who can embed problem solving into culture, the program adapts to your priorities and challenges.

Participants move through three phases of development. First, they become detectives who dig deeper, uncover root causes, and use the essential 20% of tools that solve 80% of problems. Next, they build into teams that collaborate across silos, communicate with clarity, and deliver solutions faster and more effectively than individuals working alone. Finally, they grow into leaders who align problem solving with business strategy, sustain results, and multiply impact across the organization.

The result: a workforce equipped with the confidence, clarity, and capability to solve problems once and for all — customized to fit your industry, culture, and goals. With the 16 Strengths, problem solving becomes not just a skill, but a lasting competitive advantage.

Successful Storytelling^TM

Stories move people in ways facts alone cannot. That’s why communication is the missing link between great ideas and real results. Our Successful Storytelling™ programs give professionals and leaders the tools to transform information into narratives that inspire confidence, drive decisions, and accelerate change.

• With Data — Learn to simplify complex analysis, highlight key insights, and present data in stories that engage decision-makers and influence outcomes.

• For Leaders — Master the art of storytelling to communicate vision, inspire action, and foster a culture where teams embrace change and innovation.

Whether you’re presenting metrics, leading a team, or driving strategy, Successful Storytelling™ ensures your message is heard, understood, and acted upon — turning communication into a competitive advantage.

Workshop Topics:

Soft skills aren’t “nice-to-have” - our programs build the communication, collaboration, and leadership strengths that make technical training stick.
We train teams to listen, lead, and communicate with impact through customized workshops based on YOUR teams needs: storytelling, communication, collaboration, and leadership.
Every session is designed to be engaging, relevant, and immediately useful — the people skills that turn good teams into great ones.

Maxwell Leadership Training:

• 21 Laws of Leadership
• Developing the Leader Within You
• Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
• Leadership Gold
• Leading in a Crisis