Jim Benson

In this discussion, Jim Benson, CEO of Modus Cooperandi and a pioneer in Lean methodologies, explores key ideas from his book, 'The Collaboration Equation.' He defines collaboration through an intriguing lens, drawing parallels between punk rock culture and successful startups. The conversation covers managing complexity in healthcare, transforming team tensions into cooperative problem-solving, and the critical role of psychological safety. Jim emphasizes that leadership must create a culture of respect to foster high-performing teams.

Jim Benson, author of personal Kanban, discusses how Kanban helps teams identify and resolve bottlenecks. He emphasizes the importance of providing people with information, safety, and purpose in organizations to improve decision-making. The podcast explores the benefits of Kanban boards, challenges in bureaucratic structures, and the shift towards empowerment and collaboration to enhance efficiency and innovation.

Jim Benson, CFO at Dynatrace, boasts over 30 years of finance leadership, including roles at Akamai and Hewlett Packard. In this discussion, he reveals the evolving role of CFOs as strategic partners rather than just financial stewards. He emphasizes the importance of modernizing finance functions, leveraging data analytics for storytelling, and establishing succession strategies. Jim also highlights the need for CFOs to align closely with technology to set long-term goals and drive company-wide growth, focusing on talent development and future market opportunities.