Applying Kaizen to the personal self

Kaizen is known as a set of business practices and ideologies designed to improve operational processes at a company. However, it can also be applied and integrated in a broader sense – entrepreneurs could even implement Kaizen in their personal lives.

One of the core tenets of Kaizen is the notion of continuous improvement. In a business sense, that means continually streamlining and revising operational practices and policies until they produce no waste. In a personal sense, however, it could encourage individuals to look for ways to improve their everyday lives and make them more efficient.

“To start your own personal Kaizen, sit down and make a list of the areas you want to improve,” Life Hacker suggests. “If you're not sure where you can make your day more efficient, try timing your activities during a representative day. You may be surprised at the result – you might be wasting a great deal of time in places that you don't expect.”

Kaizen has as many business applications as it does personal. By embracing Kaizen, you can improve both your company and your personal life.