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‘Change Agents, Foresight Strategy and Organisational Disruption’ This episode of #TheNewAbnormal podcast features Catherine Roy, Foresight & Design Leader at Thales. She sets their foresight and design strategy, and helps to drive futures thinking & business growth. Overall, she aligns futures, business, product and service strategy with the needs of users / consumers, in order to achieve goals. In this podcast, she explains her approach to the above, by illuminating some dynamic case histories regarding projects covering foresight, risk and innovation. Along the way, we discuss issues including social acceptability, soft power, storytelling, co-creation and destruction, hype cycles, future consciousness, shapeshifting, meaningful disruption, and dynamic leadership. Oh, and why it's important for futurists to 'find your tribe' within an organisation... --- My podcast series focuses on understanding today and anticipating the future. It’s been running for three years, with a wide range of guests inc activists, writers, creatives, philosophers, strategists, psychologists, lecturers and futurists; based in locations from Helsinki to Melbourne, and L.A. to Beijing.   Links: Apple: https://apple.co/3faOfCG  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2YuAVmE  Amazon: https://amzn.to/3dD9L6Y The series is bought to you in partnership with the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies - a global leader in applying futures studies to solve strategic challenges within organisations. Clients use their services to help them be ‘Futures Ready’… #AnticipatoryLeadership #APF #BehaviouralChange #BrandFutures #BehaviouralScience #BrandPositive #BrandStrategy #ChangeAgent #CPHFutures #Design #DesignStrategy #ForesightStrategy #FuturesReady #FuturesDrivenInnovation #HoustonFutures #NewAbnormal #NowNextWhy #RiskManagement #ScenarioPlanning #StrategicForesight #Uncertainty

💬 "Identify your most important problems as an organization, and then think whether you have a way to address them. That's the sweet spot where you should concentrate your strategy on."   We've just dropped a new episode of the Innovation Rockstars podcast, you don't want to miss! Dive into an insightful discussion with Prof. Dr. Christian Stadler, a renowned expert in strategic management and Professor of Strategy at the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School .    🔍 In this episode, we explore the world of "Open Strategy" – a groundbreaking approach that democratizes strategic planning by valuing diverse perspectives within an organization. Discover how inclusivity in strategy can drive innovation and success in ways you never imagined!   💡 Christian shares invaluable insights from his book on Open Strategy, and the transformative power of integrating technology, like AI, into strategic thinking. Learn how businesses are navigating this new terrain, ensuring their strategies are not just top-down mandates but collaborative visions that propel them forward in the digital age.   Don't miss out on this opportunity to rethink strategy and innovation. Tune in now and be part of the conversation that's shaping the future of business!   Listen, learn, and let's innovate together! 🚀   The full podcast to be found on:  🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e24EnDdG 🎧 Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/eQtNS-jG 🎬 Innovation Rockstars website: https://lnkd.in/eJyHaFR3 🎬 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eMaWsP-z   #InnovationRockstars #OpenStrategy #BusinessInnovation #StrategicManagement #Podcast #Leadership #TechnologyInBusiness #AI #FutureOfWork

💬 "Foresight is something you should do all the time, not just in crisis mode. If I'm constantly looking into the future, I'm generally not surprised as much and I can implement one thing or another in the organization much more quickly, or perhaps adapt a strategy". 🎙️ We have two exciting guests on this episode: Carolin Šalé and Steffen Kuhn, two outstanding experts in the fields of strategic design, innovation management, and foresight from Detecon Consulting. Together with Caro and Steffen, we explore the importance of foresight in a rapidly changing world and why this practice is considered the new "design thinking". The two share their insights on how organizations can successfully use foresight to tackle future challenges. We discuss methods, tools, and pitfalls in developing future scenarios and strategies. This episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone who wants to innovate and succeed in an ever-changing business world. 🎬 The full video podcast (German only) to be found on: https://lnkd.in/dnB3GbYn 🎧 For pure audio enjoyment (German only), tune in on: - Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dECs9Xph - Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/dWjm3P3V #InnovationRockstars #podcast #foresight #designthinking #FutureThinking

❗ We don’t need to align on the solution, we need to align on the PROBLEM! We see people get this twisted all the time. And it is one of the biggest pitfalls to designing for people. The solution we create together, but doing it without first aligning on the problem, is a risky endeavour. Skipping this step will give us different views of: 👾 Who we are helping 👾 What challenges we are addressing  👾 What impact we’re trying to achieve 👾 What success looks like And as such, will make it very difficult to even get anywhere with our solution-building at all. In episode 46 of The Experience Designers Podcast, Andre Fangueiro and I talk about design, the design mindset and what obstacles and challenges there are to using it in our organisations. If you - like me- love creating solutions for the humans in our workplaces, don’t miss it! And as usual, please share - what are some of your greatest challenges in building better solutions for people? #morehumanexperiences #designmindset #humancentereddesign #designthinking

Corey Kupfer and I had a really fun and wide-reaching conversation about all things deal-related from #services business building #product, to #carveouts and #fundraising, to helping orchestrate some of the world’s largest #postmergerintegrations. Check it out! #dealquest #podcast

🌿🔍 Exciting Insights on Conscious Design expert and author, Ian Peterman on the Measure Success Podcast 🌿🔍 In this episode of the Measure Success Podcast, hosted by Carl J. Cox and sponsored by 40 Strategy, we had the privilege of discussing the integration of sustainability with design with Ian Peterman, a visionary in the field with over 15 years of experience in product development. Ian shares his innovative approach to creating products that not only meet market needs but also contribute positively to our environment. This episode is for professionals across industries looking to understand how design can be a powerful tool for sustainability. We delve into Ian's journey, his firm's unique methodology, and the broader impact of conscious design on businesses and the environment. Whether you're a seasoned executive, a design professional, or someone passionate about sustainability, this conversation offers valuable insights into the future of product development and design. 📘 Plus, Ian gives us a sneak peek into his book on Conscious Design and his advocacy work, including his invitation to the U.S. Senate. Join us to explore how we can all play a part in shaping a sustainable future through thoughtful design. #ConsciousDesign #Sustainability #ProductDevelopment #Innovation #BusinessStrategy #MeasureSuccessPodcast

💥 Push Boundaries & Challenge the Status Quo with Emma Kirkman💥 In Episode 9, I have an enlightening conversation with Emma Kirkman, Founder of Anywhere Culture. A committed culture transformation practitioner, Emma's on a mission to help free organisations from traditional thinking. Her global experience spans several industries including technology, banking, financial services, entertainment, retail and government. This episode is packed with insights from Emma’s journey, highlighting her knack for pivoting, reinventing, and upskilling herself to seamlessly move through different life chapters. We explore how to align with your personal value drivers, live a harmonised life, challenge the status quo, and overcome self-limiting beliefs.   In this episode, you will learn about: 💡Emma’s career path and how she got to where she is today 💡Emma’s definition of a successful life and career 💡Ways to shift in business as the world changes 💡Why it’s important to think about your personal value drivers 💡What it means to live a more ‘harmonised’ life 💡How you can push the boundaries and challenge the status quo 💡Ways to overcome your self-limiting beliefs 💡How to be brave and lean into your bigness   It's never too late to push your boundaries and challenge the status quo in your life and work. Listen to this episode to get the kick up the butt you need to embrace your BIGNESS and go after what you want! Find the podcast here: Apple - https://lnkd.in/gY2QeWeN Spotify - https://lnkd.in/ggYZzQV8 #leadwithless #thrivingprofessionals #mindsetcoach #leadershipcoach #mindsetwork #mindsetmatters #podcast

🚀✨ New Podcast on Innovation as an Inner Journey! ✨🚀 On this session we are thrilled to welcome Vijay A. Raju Raju, co-founder of The Propel Labs, who suggests we must ask ourselves: "What am I Designed For?" to spark innovation and challenge the norm. 🌱 Embarking on asking this question connects us with our ever-evolving purpose — to create, grow, evolve, and expand. 🌍 Innovation knows no boundaries; it thrives beyond frameworks. Which demands courage and a commitment to the process, all while maintaining a healthy detachment. 💡 To authentically innovate and contribute solutions that benefit people, the planet, and profits, we must undertake an inner journey. Liberating ourselves from external definitions of what defines us, what creativity means, and how to approach fear of failure. 🚀 Within the innovation process, prioritizing the question "What am I Designed For?" empowers us to express creativity, work fearlessly, and view failures as opportunities for growth, fostering innovation. 🎙️ Join us in this inspiring podcast as we delve into these topics and explore ways to instil this mindset when navigating complex teams and environments. 🌈 https://lnkd.in/ePP7pBZJ If you listen we would love to hear your thoughts! #Innovation #PurposeDriven #Creativity #TransformativeChange #Podcast

"Tell Us Your Story" - A Podcast on Leadership, Inspiration, and Personal Growth 🎙 Leadership and inspiration take myriad forms, often hidden in the everyday moments that shape our lives. It's not always apparent when your experiences might become a beacon of hope for someone else. While books, podcasts, and blogs offer valuable insights, there's an unparalleled power in real-life stories. Through triumphs, trials, and heart-wrenching losses, we find lessons that propel us forward, foster growth, and, when needed, aid in healing. In this intricate web of life experiences, there exists a profound opportunity to guide and uplift others. Right now, there's someone out there who could greatly benefit from hearing your story—how you navigated through every obstacle, emerging not just stronger, but thriving. Never underestimate the profound impact you can have on others. Your words possess the unique ability to touch lives in ways you may never fully grasp. Extend empathy, lift people up, and communicate with unwavering grace and love. This week's featured narrative is nothing short of meaningful, powerful, and inspirational. It's a testament to resilience and love, and it will undoubtedly provide guidance and solace to many. Let's continue to inspire, uplift, and share the light within us.  Your story is a beacon of hope! #Leadership #Inspiration #TellUsYourStory