ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses both Lean management and elements from other management theories. Traditional management is often defined as management that is largely based on orders, rules and control. With traditional, modern management, we mean a management style that is controlled from the top but whose intention also is to commit and motivate the employees, work with values and so forth. Lean came into existence in the industrial society. It is created by the curiosity and involvement of the employees – focusing on increased productivity through continuous improvement. In a group of employees, some are also more introverted. Training can be attending a course in speaking techniques or inviting a coach to the farm. The method can also provide the quiet person with the courage to speak, because he or she knows that nobody else will speak as long as he or she holds the Talking Stick.
