Stoked

"The future of A.I. is not pre-ordained." As we seek to go beyond the prompt and beautiful efficiencies this technology affords us, we're wondering how might we use this technological and social shift to reclaim that which makes us most human. It's up to each of us, through our collective decision making to shape this technology and decide who we will become as the AI revolution continues. Credit: George Siemens 'The art of Being Human in the age of AI'

Better by design. None of us are ever really satisfied with the status quo. We find ourselves pulled toward better. That is not to say there is no place for contentment. Even in moments of peace we open ourselves up to wonder. We ask, "How might we make things better for others?", or "How might we preserve what works today to inform the shifts of tomorrow?". By partnering with those bold enough to ask beautiful questions today we stay ready for tomorrow.

We hand select music to augment our work. We use it on Zoom calls, during group and introverted brainstorming, in the car before we go to work to get into the right mindset for what we know we're going into. Maybe that's why it's known as the motivation molecule. Dopamine creates a sense of awe. It makes you feel something nothing else does. 

Josh Ruff explains the role of play in creating innovative cultures! In case you missed it, Josh and Marcus from our team spoke with Gavin Guidry and Desmond Dickerson on the Tools for Time Traveling podcast to share a futurist vision of work and how we might create create safety for our teams and organizations by embracing failure and encouraging exploration through play at work! Check out the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ecRJKVS9 #Team #Management #Leadership #Innovation #Culture

The future is creative 🧑🎨💡♻️ IBM's 2009  "Capitalizing on Complexity: Insights from the Global Chief Executive Officer" tells us Global leaders believe a rapid escalation of complexity is the biggest challenge confronting them. Many CEOs also believe entreprises today are not equipped to navigate increasing complexity CEO's rank creativity as the most important leadership competency for navigating complexity.  Here  are a few ways creative leadership shows up in top organizations: 👉 Embracing ambiguity: pulling creative elements from components of the org and integrate them in the mainstream 👉 Borrowing from other industries' successes: learn, discuss, and be inspired by creative accomplishments outside your industry  👉 Using a wide range of communication approaches: For customers and employees blogs, social media, and online presence carry more weight than top down comms Check out the study here: https://lnkd.in/gzHk7N5W Stay locked in this week as we share more tips and perspectives for Stoking creative innovation at work! #management #leadership #creativity #leadership #innovation

Our playlist Sonically Stoked Vol. 004 is here. This time around we're focused on songs that stimulate creativity. These tracks are for your those looking for neurological boost to finish the week strong. You may also pin the playlist to play Zoom DJ for your next extended team call, or bring a bit of experience design to your next brainstorming session. With records from Lecrae, Gallant and Hiatus Kaiyote this list is curated to stimulate creativity when and where you and your team might need a boost. Enjoy and drop one of your most inspired listens in the comments 👇 https://lnkd.in/etDPH43X

Evolving the way we work is an ongoing cycle ♻️ When we're consistently given permission to unlearn as much as we learn we actually move through work cycles much faster! Check out the full clip as our founders Anna Love and Parker Gates discuss a few ways designing an intentional work culture has a direct impact on our work. #Culture #Management #Team #Leadership #Innovation

Here's your not-so-yearly reminder: Culture eats innovation for breakfast! 🍳 Remember, innovation isn't just about tech - it's about people. It's about creating an environment where everyone feels empowered to dream big and take risks. Nurturing breakout innovation at work means: 👉 Designing the ways we behave and treat one another 👉 Communicating bold expectations 👉 Making room for courageous work That's our rant and there's your reminder. Cheers to a week of innovating and culture making 😎 #Culture #Management #Team #Leadership #Innovation

"Did you know 78% of execs believe poor culture is stifling their innovation efforts? (NTT Data) Additionally, 85% of execs acknowledge fear (fear of failure, criticism, and career impact) is holding back innovation efforts! In other words, Culture Innovation is a big deal! Do you feel seen by this data? Check out one of our team’s favorite read by Forbes for 7 ways you can shift your culture of innovation! https://lnkd.in/ebwinGgu"

ICYMI: We've been unpacking some of our favorite Behavioral Enablers and Actionable Nudges or BEANS 🫛 These cultural artifacts represent ways of being and ways of working that enable innovation to thrive in our work! This week, we're bringing you a tried-and-true tool: the "I Like, I Wish, How To" project or meeting debrief. Check out the video as we model this intuitive tool that enables frequent reflection and effective team debriefs. With this scaffolding, everyone on the team gets an invitation to shape future work and experience being heard! Join in on the fun and share one of your go-to BEANs or favorite team debriefing methods in the comments below 👇