The challenge of achieving organisational agility in the digital age with Raj Fowler
In this week’s episode of let’s talk Raj and I explore the challenges of creating & leading adaptable and flexible organisations. We discuss the multi-faceted systems thinking approach as well as the more operational aspects and particularly the importance of knowing how to ‘unlearn’ and ‘relearn’, both as an individual and as an organisation. The need to frame these activities properly leads us to discuss different models, and Raj’s adaptive IT framework : looking at how strategy, organisation, culture, technology, and ways of working work intricately together across an organisation to create sustainable change.
Beyond Agile : organisational and individual transformation with Otti Vogt
In this episode of Let’s talk Otti and I have a great discussion about the “fifth revolution”. We discuss transforming leadership for the 21st century, ambidextrous organisations, and the ability of agile organisations to respond more effectively and more resiliently. Looking at the effects of this crisis, which has caused us all to pause and reflect on our definitions of success, we also discuss the notion of more human centric and purposeful organisations, where the need to develop moral agency to continually evaluate what we’re doing, who we are and what we want to be is key.. happiness goes way beyond the bottom line.
The art of data driven organisations in today’s world with Peter Jackson
In this week’s episode of let’s talk Peter and I discuss the evolution of data in today’s organisations’ and the move from data governance to data intelligence. The high profile of data has been further boosted by the current pandemic, and we discuss how organisations, their culture and their governance, are adapting to these rapid changes. We also dive deeper into the ever changing role of the Chief Data Officer and the most important skills they need to drive understanding & change sustainably through the organisation.
Rethinking leadership with Deepa Natarajan
In this episode of Let’s talk Deepa and I discuss how to ‘rethink leadership’. Growing leadership in a sustainable way that allows you to have both success and well-being, has never been more topical. The current pandemic has given leaders the time to “go inside” and tap into bigger questions they have, and their larger vision & purpose. We discuss rethinking the paradigms of leadership, and understanding how to shift the paradigm around who you are as a leader as well as understanding your drivers, to find the balance between your strengths and the limits of those strengths, as well as the duality of ‘thrive versus strive’.
Women leaders for planetary health with Nicole de Paula
In this episode of let’s talk, Nicole and I discuss these pivotal questions. COVID has highlighted the success of female leadership and this should be fostered to encourage positive change for both the planet and humanity. We discuss the power of connections and the need for different models, as well as the importance of collectively developing the necessary skills for women to be ‘at the top table’ and have a positive impact on policy- and decision-making in the future.
Sprinting for impact with Robert Skrobe
In this episode of let’s talk, Robert and I discuss design sprinting, how design sprints can be used to establish human connection, and the overriding aim to create impact and engage people around a particular topic on a global scale. We also discuss how this is changing to adapt to the virtual space and explore the different skills sets necessary to facilitate this process, to allow creativity and bring people together to collaborate more effectively.
Building and leading agile ecosystems
In the age of digital collaboration, ‘ecosystems’ is one of the new buzzwords we hear all the time. Building effective ecosystems is a key factor for innovation and competitive advantage. But what does this really mean and how is it done? Here we explore why ecosystems are so important to working in today’s networked world, […]
Be less Zombie : How great companies create dynamic innovation, fearless leadership and passionate people with Elvin Turner
In this episode of let’s talk, Elvin and I have a great conversation on implementing, driving and scaling innovation in organisations. We discuss the need for innovation to be integrated back into the overall business strategy, how to calibrate culture for outcomes, and the need for leaders to learn to let go of the status quo to allow organisations to build more capability and space for innovation and continuous change to thrive.
#Time4Humanity with Samie Al-Achrafi
In this episode of Let’s talk Samie and I discuss the growing and urgent need to bring more humanity to business. The onset of digital continues to underline the need for us to look at how we understand our collective role in humanity, and how we hold multiple perspectives to practice more conscious leadership and create an environment where humans can thrive.
The changing face of coaching with Frederic Funck
In this week’s episode of let’s talk Fred and I discuss the changing practice of coaching and the way coaching is morphing at all levels of the organisation. We look at the move towards a more hybrid model, and from individual to systems coaching. We also discuss the changing philosophy of work and the different role of the mental and technical game for leaders in changing the business landscape to create a more innovative and agile working environment. Fred shares his rich experience, insights and research on the future role of coaching in organisations.