Episode 22: Transforming Workplace Communication with Better Conversations – Featuring Chandima Dutton

"Episode 22: Transforming Workplace Communication with Better Conversations – Featuring Chandima Dutton" Description: In this episode of "Clean At Work," hosts John Barrett and guest host Helen are joined by Chondima, a key figure at the Better Conversations Foundation, who is pioneering the use of clean language to revolutionize workplace communication. Discover how simple yet powerful tools can reduce misunderstandings, enhance productivity, and create a positive work environment. Tune in to learn: How managing your state of mind impacts your conversations. The importance of intentional conversations in achieving workplace goals. Practical strategies for weaving clean language into your daily interactions. The role of better conversations in building resilient, effective teams. Whether you’re a leader, coach, or team member, this episode offers actionable insights that can transform the way you communicate at work. Listen now and start improving your workplace conversations! About the Speaker Chandima Dutton is the CEO and co-founder of the Better Conversations Foundation, which strives to help people connect meaningfully for better relationships, decisions, and outcomes. Drawing from a deep and varied background including strategic planning, technology, coaching, and management in both large and small organisations, Chandima brings a unique perspective on the power of meaningful conversations. She applies Clean Language in organisational settings, through leading the non-profit Foundation, as Head of People in a tech company and coaching senior leaders. Prior to her work in the Foundation, Chandima gained many years of experience managing teams in a large, multinational energy company. She also provided consultancy to the energy, water and education sectors. Her STEM background includes Masters degrees in Innovation, Creativity and Leadership, and in Software Systems. www.linkedin.com/in/chandimadutton About the Hosts John Barratt (https://www.agileaffinity.com/) is passionate about empowering individuals, teams, and organisations to reach their full potential. Utilising a blend of agile techniques infused with the agile mindset, he is dedicated to helping organisations streamline, self-organise, and adapt to today's dynamic business environment. John's approach is deeply influenced by the systemic modelling skills he acquired from Caitlin Walker, which he continuously refines through ongoing training. His work primarily focuses on guiding organisations through the process of descaling and fostering a culture of self-organisation. Learn more about John's work at Agile Affinity. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarratt1/ Helen is an outgoing and driven coach and trainer who is passionate about working with Individuals, teams and organisations on their road to agility. Helen has working with many varied organisations and teams in many different industries and brings this vast wealth of experience and knowledge to her training and coaching. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenjmeek/ Additional Links discussed in the session www.betterconversations.foundation For people interested in the course/talking to us (you can ask people to mention the Clean at Work podcast), they can email [email protected] Signup link for the Open University Business Agility Conference on 25 September 2024 (OU track): https://business-school.open.ac.uk/events/business-agility-conference-uk-2024-leading-through-complexity-0