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Why They Fail

Behind every failed strategy is a missed truth.
Discover the key that drives real, lasting results.

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Why This Podcast Matters

 "Why They Fail" takes you deep into the real challenges professionals face every day in Lean Six Sigma, process improvement, leadership, and organizational change. We don't just talk about success stories like everyone else. We focus on the messy parts where real growth happens. 

 Every episode brings you honest conversations with industry leaders who share their biggest failures. They tell you what went wrong, what they learned, and how those setbacks led them to breakthrough success. These aren't just stories. They're practical blueprints you can use to navigate your own professional challenges. 

 

 No corporate speak. No sugar-coating. Just real stories and real solutions from people who've walked in your shoes  

 

Latest Episodes

Episode 06

The LEAN Snake Oil Trap

Kevin Clay explains how this one-sided method plays on leaders' fear of data and love for simplicity, but ends up sabotaging lasting results. For real, repeatable success, you must combine LEAN's flow with Six Sigma's rigor

Episode 05

The "One-Hit Wonders" Green Belt

Many companies train Green Belts who do one project and then fade away. The issue isn't their skill or motivation, but the lack of a proper system. Learn how to build a program that lasts.

 

Episode 04

Why Capability? We have No-Go Gauges

Many improvement efforts fail because people don't really understand process capability. Discover how using data properly can transform your results.

 

Episode 03

Beware of the Paper Belt!

Too many Lean Six Sigma professionals have the certificates but not the skills. This episode dives into why real-world experience matters more than titles, how to spot a paper belt, and what it really takes to drive improvement that sticks.

   

Episode 02

Is your CI just a "Fad Diet"?

Many companies treat continuous improvement like a fad diet with quick fixes and no real change. Just like a treadmill turning into a clothes rack, these efforts fail because core habits stay the same. With 96 percent quitting within 18 months, we break down why.

 

Episode 01

Why CI efforts fail?

Forget the fluff. This podcast cuts straight to the truth about why most continuous improvement efforts fall apart. Backed by insights from Kevin's book *Why They Fail*, it unpacks why common sense often goes missing.

 
 
 
Kevin Clay

Meet Your Host: Kevin Clay

 Kevin has spent over 15 years in the trenches of process improvement and Six Sigma implementation. He's seen everything from amazing successes to total disasters. As a Master Black Belt and executive consultant, he's helped companies across all industries transform how they work. 

 What makes Kevin different isn't his impressive resume. It's his core belief that our biggest failures teach us the most valuable lessons. Through authentic conversations and real stories, he creates a space where professionals can learn from others' mistakes without having to make them all themselves. 

What Our Listeners Say

"A brilliant look at what really causes businesses to crumble."

— Samantha T.

"Kevin's perspective is both insightful and easy to understand."

— Mark D.

About Six Sigma Development Solutions, Inc.

Six Sigma Development Solutions Inc is a trusted partner for companies that want real results through Lean Six Sigma training and certification. We help teams solve real business problems, reduce waste, and improve performance with tools that actually work in the field.

Our programs are designed to create long term impact. We support professionals at every level with practical, hands-on learning and clear guidance. From global enterprises to local businesses, we deliver the structure and support needed to build a culture of continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

  • Lean Six Sigma certification (White, Yellow, Green, Black, and Master Black Belt)
  • Live in-person and virtual training options
  • Corporate training tailored to your team’s goals
  • Expert coaching and mentoring throughout your project journey
  • Industry-recognized curriculum built on real-world application
  • Access to free tools, templates, and learning resources

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