Brené with Paul Leonardi and Tsedal Neeley on The Digital Mindset, Part 2 of 2
Dec 27, 2022
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Authors Paul Leonardi and Tsedal Neeley discuss the importance of digital literacy in organizations, the relationship between skill sets and mindsets, and the necessity of courageous leadership in navigating digital transformation. They also explore vulnerability in leadership, communication challenges, and the significance of personal connections in fostering trust and collaboration.
Establishing baseline digital literacy is crucial in organizations for thriving in the age of data and AI.
Leaders need to embrace vulnerability, curiosity, and pluralistic approaches to navigate digital transformation effectively.
Deep dives
Digital Transformation and Pluralistic Leadership Perspective
In the podcast episode, Sidal Neely and Paul Lideardi, experts in digital transformation and organizational change, discuss the importance of understanding leaders' perspectives in scaling organizations through global and digital strategies. They highlight the significance of continuous learning and collaboration, emphasizing the need for leaders to adapt to the evolving digital landscape and foster a pluralistic leadership approach.
Navigating Change and Learning Agility in Digital Transformation
The conversation delves into the challenges of digital transformation, emphasizing the need for leaders to navigate change effectively and promote learning agility within their organizations. Neely and Lideardi stress the importance of embracing vulnerability and curiosity to address the fear of irrelevance and armor that often hinder progress in digital initiatives.
Data as a Plural Noun and Stories of Trust Building
The podcast explores language nuances, such as the treatment of 'data' as a plural noun, and its impact on communication. Additionally, Neely and Lideardi share insightful stories on the role of trust building through personal disclosures and non-work interactions, highlighting the power of human connections in fostering collaboration and performance improvement.
Leadership Lessons in Creativity and Relational Engagement
Neely and Lideardi reflect on key leadership lessons, emphasizing the importance of creativity in expanding roles and fostering engagement amidst digital transformations. They underscore the value of understanding diverse perspectives and nurturing relational connections to drive innovation and organizational success.
In Part 2 of my conversation with Paul Leonardi and Tsedal Neeley, authors of The Digital Mindset: What It Really Takes to Thrive in the Age of Data, Algorithms, and AI, we talk about the importance of establishing a baseline digital literacy in our organizations and the intimate relationship between the skill sets and the mindsets we cultivate.