Black Belts, who shoulder the bulk of the responsibility for Six Sigma project work, must be properly motivated to reach the levels of achievement expected of them. Here are Rob Thompson's personal top five things they need:
1. Compensation: Compensation and reward mechanisms send a message to employees about the worth of the Black Belts to your organization and its Six Sigma endeavors. GE’s Jack Welch ties 40 percent of bonus compensation for managers to the intensity of their efforts and measurable progress toward Six Sigma quality in their operations. 2. Promise…
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