[header] How to practice kaizen [title] Take small steps forward. [step] The most basic premise of kaizen philosophy is to institute incremental improvements over time. It calls for an ongoing, collaborative process of gradual enhancements to optimize productivity, efficiency, and/or quality. 
[substeps] This means that you need to respect the process and commit to it in the long-term. Kaizen functions best when it's adopted as a lifestyle or culture.