Innovation: A way of thinking about the world
Is your company's culture stifling innovation? Dr. Laura Hamill, organizational psychologist and author of "The Power of Culture," argues that innovation is fundamentally about mindset.
"Innovation is a mindset. It's a way of thinking about the world," says Dr. Hamill. She emphasizes the importance of creating a culture where people feel encouraged to innovate, think differently, and connect dots.
How can leaders foster a culture of innovation in their organizations?
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Episode Guide:
0:00 - Intro
0:56 - What is Innovation?
2:55 - Innovation Beyond Technology
5:39 - Culture, Mindset, and Success
6:58 - Shared Mindset and Challenges in Startup Cultures
9:09 - Experience with an Insurance Company
10:51 - Book: The Power of Culture
15:28 - National Association of Corporate Directors' position paper on culture
23:04 - Familiarity Bias
26:30 - Openness and Curiosity in Career Growth
31:48 - Advice for Innovators
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Dr. Laura Hamill is an organizational psychologist and business leader, focusing on the intersection of science and HR. Laura is an expert on creating great places to work and is the owner of Paris Phoenix Group, a consulting firm specializing in forming and transforming culture. Previously, Laura worked at Microsoft and was a co-founder of Limeade. Laura has written a book called The Power of Culture with The Economist.
More about our guest:
OUTLAST Consulting offers professional development and strategic advisory services in the areas of innovation and diversity management