Finding the Balance Between Business and People Priorities

The podcast explores how organizations can find a balance between business goals and people-focused outcomes. Research shows that focusing on empathy and perspective-taking can help leaders understand the needs and motivations of employees, leading to improved communication and collaboration. Enhancing cognitive control through activities like simulations and mindfulness meditation can improve decision-making abilities. Building and maintaining social networks within organizations can provide diverse perspectives and improve overall decision-making. Focusing on mitigating and addressing cognitive biases can lead to more objective decision-making and better balance between business and people goals.