Innovation in Action

In this conversation, Rob Hamblen, founder of BeTheLeap, Berlin, Germany (ex AJ&Smart Design Sprint Director and IBM Creative Director UX) dives into his professional journey from working at Qualcomm to becoming a freelancer in the South of France, and eventually founding his own agency.TakeawaysThe early days of design sprintsHow he has evolved design sprintsWhat not to mess with in a design sprintWhy AI design sprints are a fadHow to use role plays in design sprintsEnterprise level design thinkingIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave a review. I read every single one.Follow Rob Hamblen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robhamblen/Work with BeTheLeap: https://www.betheleap.comFollow Vaughan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaughanbroderickX: https://x.com/theVBroderickWebsite: https://vaughanbroderick.comGet Innovation in Action Book: https://innovationinactionbook.com

In this conversation, Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, reinvention expert, author, speaker and co-founder of the Reinvention Summit, shares what it really takes to thrive in a world of constant disruption.Follow Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva:LinkedIn:   / nadyazhexembayeva  Website: https://www.learn2reinvent.comReinvention Summit: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...For a weekly dose of practical reinvention, subscribe to free Reinvention Weekly Newsletter: one science-based insight plus an actionable takeaway every Thursday in a 3-minute read: https://www.chiefreinventionofficer.c... Follow Vaughan:LinkedIn:   / vaughanbroderick  YouTube:    / @vaughanbroderick   Website: https://vaughanbroderick.comGet Innovation in Action Book: https://innovationinactionbook.com

Watch this if you want to stop building things nobody wantsIn this conversation, Nathan Baird, a Design Thinking Strategist, Author and Founder of Methodry dives into his resight technique for unpacking existing knowledge and getting buy-in.We delve into the challenges and strategies surrounding innovation in business, emphasising the importance of understanding the problem before creating solutions in the innovation process. Follow Nathan Baird:   / nathan-baird-1517b94  Get Nathan's Book: https://methodry.comFollow Vaughan:LinkedIn:   / vaughanbroderick  X: https://x.com/theVBroderickYouTube: @VaughanBroderick Website: https://vaughanbroderick.comGet Innovation in Action Book: https://innovationinactionbook.com#collaboration #socialeconomy #innovation, #designthinking #startups #businessgrowth #customerexperience

In this conversation, Anne Durupt, a social economy consultant, discusses the concept of collective intelligence and its importance in fostering collaboration within teams, particularly in not-for-profit organisations.She emphasises the need for trust, safety, and structured facilitation to enable effective cooperation and innovation.Anne shares insights on navigating change, the role of the facilitator, and practical techniques like the nominal group technique to harness diverse perspectives.The discussion also touches on the significance of psychological safety and the first steps organisations can take to cultivate a culture of collective intelligence.Takeaways- Collective intelligence requires time and learning to develop.- Trust must be built through intentional practices.- Facilitators play a crucial role in creating safe spaces.- Innovation can emerge from reimagining existing processes.- Diverse perspectives can lead to powerful solutions.- Psychological safety is essential for effective collaboration.- The nominal group technique helps ensure all voices are heard.- Collective intelligence is a journey, not a destination.- Understanding individual backgrounds enhances group dynamics.- Organisations must embrace failure as part of the learning process.If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave a review. I read every single one.Follow Anne Durupt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anneduruptess/Follow Vaughan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaughanbroderick/ X: https://x.com/theVBroderickWebsite: https://vaughanbroderick.comGet Innovation in Action Book: https://vaughanbroderick.com/the-ductri-playbook/#collectiveintelligence #collaboration #socialeconomy #innovation, #designthinking #notforprofits #facilitation #teamwork #psychologicalsafety #changemanagement