From cotton fields to coaching and advising global leadership teams. Russell's unique blend of engineering and behavioral science has created a methodology that proves that leadership can be both simplified and transformative. Russell picked cotton, worked the second shift in the village textile mill in high school, and participated in the cooperative education program at Marshall Space Flight Center while earning his engineering degrees from Auburn University. During his days at Eastman Chemical Company, Russell combined behavior science with his engineering background to create the Accelerated Continuous Improvement process—the process that would launch his successful consulting and mentoring career. Russell studied under, interacted with, and was mentored by thought leaders in both the TQM and ABA arenas including Aubrey Daniels, Edwards Deming, and Joseph Juran. Working with leadership teams around the globe, Russell has 5 decades of experience designing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
According to leadership expert Russell E. Justice, discretionary effort isn’t just about putting in more hours or working harder. Justice has spent five decades applying his background in engineering and behavioral science to help leaders create a “want to” culture in their workplaces—and it’s simpler than you’d think.
