In this episode of The People Dividend Podcast, Mike Horne interviews Radhika Dutt, author of 'Radical Product Thinking'. They discuss the limitations of traditional success metrics like goals and OKRs, and how these can lead to performance theater rather than genuine progress. Radhika introduces the concept of puzzle setting as a more effective approach to measuring success and fostering innovation. She shares insights from her work with organizations, demonstrating how a focus on learning and problem-solving can lead to significant business improvements.

Key Points:

• Goals and targets can create performance theater. Metrics should be tools for insight, not evaluation yardsticks.

• Organizations can achieve better results without traditional goals and Radhika's methodology has dramatically transformed companies' performance.

• Radhika emphasizes the importance of shifting from traditional goal-setting to a puzzle-solving mindset, which encourages teams to explore problems deeply and collaboratively, leading to more innovative solutions.

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In this episode of The People Dividend Podcast, host Mike Horne and guest Andrew Bartlow discuss the complexities and challenges of scaling organizations, particularly through the lens of human resources. They explore the importance of clarity, adapting leadership styles, and the role of HR in driving organizational success. Bartlow emphasizes the need for strategic thinking in HR, focusing on aligning activities with business goals, and the significance of having a flexible plan for growth. The conversation also touches on lessons learned from past crises and the importance of understanding the unique context of each organization.

Key Points:

• Scaling organizations introduces exponential complexity, yet ensuring clarity and alignment are crucial for effective growth.

• Strategic HR involves deciding what impactful work to pursue and HR leaders should articulate key goals and initiatives.

• A flexible plan is vital for successful scaling and adapting leadership styles is essential as teams grow.

• The context of an organization as well as understanding the unique needs of an organization matters in HR practices.

• Lessons from past crises can inform current HR strategies. Focusing on the basics and proven strategies rather than chasing trends is best.

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In this episode of The People Dividend Podcast, host Mike Horne speaks with John Guaspari, an expert in organizational effectiveness and employee engagement. They discuss the critical human factors that drive business success, including trust, respect, and engagement. John shares insights on common mistakes leaders make regarding employee engagement, the importance of respect in leadership, and the impact of remote work on workplace dynamics. He emphasizes the need for genuine communication and understanding in fostering a positive organizational culture.

Key Points:

• The number one mistake leaders make is starting with the wrong problem statement. Leadership is about getting people to want to do what you need them to do.

• Engagement is about discretionary effort, not just mechanical interactions. Surveys can be misleading; direct conversations are more effective.

• Understanding employees' needs is crucial for effective leadership, as well as prioritizing respect as a fundamental humanistic value in order to drive engagement.

• The shift to remote work has changed how we interact with colleagues, since casual interactions are harder in remote work settings. Simple gestures like saying hello can have a big impact.

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