Best-selling authors Anne Morriss and Frances Frei discuss their new book 'Move Fast and Fix Things', focusing on driving rapid organizational change and leadership improvement. They share insights on childhood memories, transitioning careers, collaboration in Silicon Valley, and the power of audio-only content in workplace advice.
'Move fast and fix things' is a practical process for leaders to drive change.
Personal anecdotes and diverse backgrounds shape Francis Fry and Anne Morris's leadership approach.
The Leadership Consortium aims to accelerate career growth by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Deep dives
Francis Fry and Anne Morris on Organizational Transformation
Francis Fry and Anne Morris, hosts of the podcast Fixable, discuss organizational transformation on Design Matters with Debbie Millman. They emphasize the concept of 'Move fast and fix things' from their book 'The Trusted Leader's Guide to Solving Hard Problems'. Francis Fry's background as a professor and business strategist aligns with their focus on questioning conventional wisdom to solve challenges.
Early Life Reflections and Career Journey
Francis Fry and Anne Morris share personal anecdotes from their childhood, including their favorite breakfast choices and unique experiences like sleepwalking. Their divergent paths, from Francis's early work at a grocery store to Anne's ventures in Latin America, shaped their approach to leadership and coaching, highlighting the importance of human potential and community.
Persistence and Path to Teaching
Despite facing multiple rejections in his academic and professional pursuits, Francis Fry's persistence led him to a successful teaching career and tenure at Harvard Business School. Anne Morris's transition from a background in public health to economic development reflects her passion for supporting entrepreneurs and catalyzing human potential, culminating in her MBA and entrepreneurial journey.
Founding a Company to Improve Donor Sperm Screening
The decision to start a company focused on enhancing donor sperm screening was driven by the founder's personal experiences and a gap in genomic science and clinical practice. Recognizing the disconnect between scientists and clinicians, the company aimed to revolutionize screening protocols by addressing disease risk from the combining biology of parents. Despite facing challenges in changing clinical practices and funding setbacks, the company's science found a home but is not yet in clinical practice.
Leadership Consortium and DEI Initiatives
The Leadership Consortium was founded based on Frances's experience at Uber during a leadership crisis, highlighting obstacles faced by underrepresented leaders in Silicon Valley. The program focuses on accelerating career growth through exposure, networking, and learning opportunities. Emphasizing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the program aims to remove artificial obstacles impeding individuals' success. By fostering greater confidence and providing tailored education, the Consortium drives impactful career development and organizational growth.
Anne Morriss and Frances Frei are best-selling authors and among the world’s most influential thinkers, speakers, and advisors. Their clients range from Fortune 10 companies to tech founders to political leaders working to build national competitiveness. They join to talk about their new book, Move Fast and Fix Things, outlining a practical process leaders can implement to drive change.
