169: How a Six Sigma Black Belt is Fixing Local Government (No Rework Allowed) // Samantha Piovesan

Share Life: Stories & Systems To Live Better & Work Smarter — With Jason Scott Montoya

Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview

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What happens when a top-tier business strategist, certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt, decides to run for city council? You get an inspirational masterclass in high-level problem-solving applied directly to community leadership. In this exclusive interview for the Share Life podcast, I speak with Samantha Piovesan about her journey from delivering $100 million in budget project savings and investigating fraud at a Fortune 5 company, to her deeply personal commitment to the citizens of Sugar Hill, Georgia.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Samantha Piovesan

03:28 Samantha's Early Life and Family Influence

10:05 Advocacy and Autism Awareness

14:41 Understanding Six Sigma and Its Importance

18:27 The Value of Responsibility in Leadership

21:35 The Role of Mentorship in Personal Growth

26:39 Living Better and Working Smarter

32:16 Systems Thinking in Governance

36:06 The Importance of History and Storytelling

39:39 Courage to Speak Up and Address Red Flags

41:10 The Role of Systems in Society

44:38 Samantha's Vision for Sugar Hill City Council