Kat Thackray
Service designer with over a decade of experience, specializing in improving team dynamics and organizational culture. She is focusing on creating environments for design to flourish and the relational aspects of teamwork.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 42min
From Design Consultant to Culture Strategist
Kat Thackray, Founder of People Equals Purpose, shares her journey from a top design consultant to an entrepreneurship focused on transforming team dynamics. She discusses the toll of climbing the corporate ladder and the physical stress it caused. Kat reflects on childhood work perceptions and how they shaped her career choices. The conversation delves into navigating the emotional challenges of leaving a stable job for the freedom of entrepreneurship, and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in fostering healthy workplace dynamics.
Jun 5, 2025 • 59min
Why Your Best Work Goes Unnoticed (and What to Do About It) / Kat Thackray /Ep 229
Kat Thackray, a seasoned service designer with over ten years of experience, discusses the often-unseen yet critical aspects of service design that drive team success. She emphasizes how much of this vital work remains unrecognized, akin to a car's cooling fluid. Kat shares insights on improving team dynamics, the importance of soft skills, and the impact of COVID-19 on design practices. Dive into actionable strategies for gaining recognition and the role of team coaching in fostering collaboration, all while navigating the complex power dynamics in design teams.
