Learn about human-first engineering in this in-depth interview where Shawn David discusses strategies to organize work and to break down tasks into smaller digestible sessions. He explained the most effective ways for teams to discover the work that should be automated the most by focusing on the desires and strengths of individuals, to remove work that is menial specially to them. We explored the impacts on company culture that menial tasks can cause and discussed some of the pitfalls with new technologies as well as lessons to keep in mind while reviewing new tools and technologies.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Human First Engineering
00:55 Meet Sean David: The Pioneer of Human First Engineering
01:34 Breaking Down Tasks for Efficiency
09:56 The Importance of Time Tracking in Various Professions
16:51 Discovering Automation Opportunities
25:34 Maximizing Productivity: The Power of Uninterrupted Focus Time
26:59 Introducing Roman Santiago & Experiment Nation
27:13 The Impact of Menial Tasks on Team Mental Load
27:31 Exploring Company Culture and Employee Well-being
00:00 The Role of Menial Tasks in Shaping Company Culture
32:24 The Evolution of Work: From Henry Ford to Jeff Bezos
36:32 Navigating the Hype Around AI and Tools in the Workplace
47:45 Human-First Approach: Automating to Enhance Productivity
50:44 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find More
