Innovation is a way of thinking about the world :: Laura Hamill

What is Innovation?

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:

• Dr. Laura Hamill
• Company: Paris Phoenix Group
• Book: The Power of Culture

OUTLAST Consulting offers professional development and strategic advisory services in the areas of innovation and diversity management