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Lean Leadership Behavior Training Programs

ADI helps organizations build lean leadership behaviors that improve accountability, coaching, engagement, and operational consistency. Grounded in behavioral science, these training programs equip leaders to reinforce the right actions, remove performance barriers, and create sustainable culture change that supports continuous improvement across teams, sites, and enterprise operations.

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Our Lean Leadership Behavior Training Programs Services

Behavior-based training, assessments, and coaching solutions that help leaders improve performance, engagement, and sustainable organizational change.

Leadership Training

Develop leaders through behavior-based training that strengthens coaching, accountability, feedback, and change management skills for measurable business improvement.

Behavioral Assessments

Use surveys and assessments to identify leadership gaps, cultural barriers, and behavioral patterns, then translate findings into practical action plans.

Culture Change

Build a coaching culture by aligning leadership behaviors, systems, and reinforcement practices with continuous improvement and long-term performance goals.

Employee Engagement

Equip leaders to create conditions that increase discretionary effort, strengthen trust, and improve retention through positive behavioral practices.

Leadership Workshops

Deliver focused workshops that teach the science of behavior and practical tools leaders can apply immediately with their teams.

Organizational Solutions

Support enterprise-wide improvement with consulting and implementation strategies that make leadership behaviors clear, measurable, and repeatable.

Behavior-Based Results

Build Leaders Who Shape Better Performance

ADI’s lean leadership behavior training programs help organizations turn leadership from a vague expectation into a measurable capability. Using behavioral science, ADI teaches leaders how to clarify expectations, reinforce progress, coach effectively, and align systems with desired outcomes. The result is stronger engagement, steadier execution, and lasting improvement across operations, culture, and team performance.

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Trusted By Organizations

Success Stories

See how behavior-based leadership programs have helped organizations improve culture, engagement, and operational performance.

"The consultants we work with at ADI are practical and pragmatic. Our consultants get to know us—they invest time and effort to understand our business environment and provide pertinent guidance on how to shape culture."

Rich Gold

"We are achieving better numbers than we've ever achieved before. Our accuracy is higher. Our accidents are going down. Our costs are lower than they've ever been, and we're setting new records on throughput activity and accuracy."

VP Logistics

"There is no question that it's a more engaged workforce. And in some cases, it has been really dramatic."

Mark Manion

"The change was astronomical. The improvement we've had has been miraculous."

Manager of customer service operations

"The consultants we work with at ADI are practical and pragmatic. Our consultants get to know us—they invest time and effort to understand our business environment and provide pertinent guidance on how to shape culture."

Rich Gold

"We are achieving better numbers than we've ever achieved before. Our accuracy is higher. Our accidents are going down. Our costs are lower than they've ever been, and we're setting new records on throughput activity and accuracy."

VP Logistics

"There is no question that it's a more engaged workforce. And in some cases, it has been really dramatic."

Mark Manion

"The change was astronomical. The improvement we've had has been miraculous."

Manager of customer service operations

"The consultants we work with at ADI are practical and pragmatic. Our consultants get to know us—they invest time and effort to understand our business environment and provide pertinent guidance on how to shape culture."

Rich Gold

"We are achieving better numbers than we've ever achieved before. Our accuracy is higher. Our accidents are going down. Our costs are lower than they've ever been, and we're setting new records on throughput activity and accuracy."

VP Logistics

"There is no question that it's a more engaged workforce. And in some cases, it has been really dramatic."

Mark Manion

"The change was astronomical. The improvement we've had has been miraculous."

Manager of customer service operations
The ADI Difference

Why Choose Aubrey Daniels International?

ADI combines behavioral science expertise with practical implementation support for lasting leadership improvement.

Deep Experience

Over 45 years applying behavioral science to leadership, culture, and measurable business performance improvement.

Science-Based

Programs are grounded in behavior analysis, giving leaders practical tools instead of generic motivational concepts.

Actionable Insights

Assessments and surveys translate directly into coaching plans, roadmaps, and targeted leadership actions.

Global Capability

ADI supports organizations worldwide with scalable training, consulting, and implementation for complex operations.

Meet The ADI Team

Experienced behavioral science leaders guiding measurable change.

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Dr. Aubrey C. Daniels

Founder

Dr. Aubrey C. Daniels is the founder of Aubrey Daniels International (ADI), a globally recognized leader in applying the science of behavior to business performance for over 45 years. He is widely credited with introducing the phrase "Performance Management" to describe how organizations can motivate employees to enthusiastically deliver results. Grounded in his deep expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis, Dr. Daniels built ADI on the principle that understanding behavior and identifying what truly reinforces people unlocks exceptional performance. He is the author of several bestselling management classics, including Bringing Out the Best in People and Performance Management, and has transformed organizational cultures across diverse industries worldwide. His work continues to shape how leaders think about sustainable, behavior-based performance improvement.

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Judy Agnew

Senior Vice President

Judy Agnew serves as Senior Vice President at Aubrey Daniels International, where she applies her extensive expertise in behavioral science to help organizations achieve measurable, lasting performance improvements. A dynamic and compelling speaker, Judy has the rare ability to energize and inspire audiences of all sizes, delivering presentations that challenge conventional thinking and motivate meaningful change. She is the co-author of Safe by Accident, a resource that brings behavioral science principles to workplace safety. As an expert presenter and advisor, Judy works with leaders across diverse industries to translate the science of behavior into practical strategies that enhance employee performance, strengthen organizational culture, and drive sustainable business results.

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Tom Spencer, Ph.D.

President and Chief Executive Officer

Tom Spencer joined Aubrey Daniels International in 2000, initially serving as Director of Strategy Integration and Chief Operating Officer. For more than 36 years, Tom has provided consulting services in areas such as instructional and performance systems, behavioral process design and improvement, leadership development, and strategy integration and implementation. Tom's approach to consulting is pragmatic and grounded in the science of behavior, creating positive change in management practices, organizational systems, and critical business results. Tom earned a doctorate in psychology (behavior analysis) from West Virginia University and a master's degree in applied behavior analysis from Northeastern University.

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David Uhl

Senior Vice President of Consulting Services

David Uhl is a results-driven leader who helps clients in aerospace, energy, mining, manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and customer care maximize the Discretionary Effort of their employees. With more than 34 years of experience, David is a seasoned executive coach, change leader and master facilitator who is adept at applying behavioral science technology to accelerate and sustain organizational change and performance improvement. David is a frequent conference presenter, invited to deliver sessions that address leadership and organizational challenges, particularly those that relate to high-hazard environments or the rapid execution of organizational change.

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Bart Sevin, Ph.D.

Vice President

Specializing in performance and systems analysis and the development of behavior-based implementation strategies, Bart Sevin helps clients create long-term organizational change. As a highly trained and experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Bart helps organizations examine systems, processes, and people strategies to ensure that their motivational initiatives are aligned to promote business success and drive their desired outcomes. Bart works with clients from a variety of business sectors, including Manufacturing, Energy, Banking, Heavy Construction, Automotive Financial Services, and Insurance. Bart received his Ph.D. and M.S. in behavioral psychology from Auburn University.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are lean leadership behavior training programs?

Lean leadership behavior training programs teach leaders the specific behaviors that improve accountability, coaching, engagement, and continuous improvement. Rather than focusing only on theory, these programs show leaders how to clarify expectations, reinforce desired actions, remove barriers, and build systems that support consistent performance. The goal is to create measurable behavior change that strengthens culture and operational results.

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Still Have Questions About Training?

Speak with ADI about your leadership goals and challenges.

Trusted Expertise

Awards and Recognition

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ABAI Membership

Sought out by CNN, CNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post for expert authority

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45+ Years Experience

Decades of behavior-based consulting expertise.

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Behavioral Science Leader

Recognized for science-based performance improvement.

Start Building Better Leadership Behaviors

Share your goals, leadership challenges, and training needs. ADI will help you explore the right behavior-based program for your organization.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 678-904-6140. You can also send us a quick email at info@aubreydaniels.com.