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Send us Fan MailIn the first installment of our Summer Podcast Series for the Innovation Room: 'AI; Return on Change' we explore the behaviour adaptions needed to embrace change. Our #Geeks CEO, Somayeh speaks with behavioural science expert Richard Shotton. Richard discusses the challenges businesses face when undergoing strategic changes, stressing the importance of appeal over ease in this process, a concept he dubs the "ostrich effect". Delving into practical examples, he illustrates how seemingly minor obstacles can disproportionately impact results. The conversation extends into the realm of artificial intelligence, exploring the intricate relationship between #AI and human behaviour and the captivating phenomena of the 'illusion of control' and the 'illusion of agency'.In this episode, Richard offers solutions to the common resistance within industries to change and shares strategies for leveraging new time periods for initiating change. He emphasises the significance of understanding the target audience's mindset and illustrates the role of the 'false consensus effect' in driving successful campaigns. Through insightful narratives and practical examples, this episode helps listeners understand how to enhance their businesses' Return on Change.

Send us Fan MailAs the last instalment of our "Shape-shifters" series, join Daniel Strode, a culture and innovation evangelist who sits with Somayeh Aghnia in The Innovation Room to explore change and shaping strategies in an ever-evolving world.In episode 35, The Spaces Between Now & Next, Somayeh and Daniel delve into the challenges of collaboration within organisations of various sizes and geographical dispersion, uncovering strategies to amplify diverse voices and foster a culture of innovation. You'll learn some real-life examples of organisations, including the success story of Lego, that have embraced innovative cultures and practices.Daniel shared invaluable advice for navigating the space between the present and the future, emphasizing the significance of patience, persistence, and prioritization in effecting meaningful change. He uncovers actionable steps to propel your organization toward a brighter and more innovative tomorrow.

Send us Fan MailAndrew Lloyd, Managing Director of Search Acumen sits with Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks, to delve into the top things leaders need to know when adopting AIin Episode 34 of our ‘Shape-shifters’ series, "Riding the Wave of Change".As the 5th podcast instalment of our ‘Shape-shifters’ series, Andrew shares his advice for business leaders who want to engage with AI and embrace the advancements of this new wave. His first tip? "Think big, start small." He encourages leaders to imagine the possibilities without fear, but to begin with a small, achievable project. Andrew illustrates this approach with the example of their very first AI project, which started with the goal of cleansing address data, a fundamental aspect of their business.Andrew highlights the importance of avoiding the pitfalls of previous IT projects that aimed too big and ultimately collapsed under their own weight. So, while thinking big is essential, starting small is the key to success.Join us in this insightful episode, and don't forget to subscribe to the channel.

Send us Fan MailIn Ep 33, the 4th instalment of our ‘Shape-shifters’ series, Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks, talks to Robert Baldock, the Managing Director of Clustre, the innovation brokers, about ‘Drivers for Disruption. Specifically, they explore how businesses can embrace a ‘Spry Strategy’ and ‘Innovative Mindset’ to support the Digital Evolution needed to respond to changing market conditions and customer needs. They also explore how to leverage technology, including AI, to solve these complex problems with certainty and speed, while myth-busting some of the fears around these new innovations. So stay tuned for some practical tips and insights on how to drive disruption in your industry!

Send us Fan MailIn episode 32 of The Innovation Room, "Trusting the Shift", we talk about the importance of creating a vision and a flexible strategy that can handle the chaos that comes with rapid changes in the technology space. Dr. John Blakey, the founder of The Trusted Executive, who specialises in leadership development, introduces his nine habits of trust, split into three groups: ability, integrity, and benevolence. John and Lindsay Jessup, COO of Geeks, delve into the shift from power-based leadership to trust-based leadership.

Send us Fan MailOct 2022 in The Innovation Room, Episode 18, Roger Martin-Fagg, behavioural economist, predicted that there wouldn't be a recession, and he turned out to be right! We invited him again so we could share his valuable insights and forecast for the next 6 to 12 months with you. In episode 31, "Economy forecast from a Behavioural Economist," Roger expects a significant increase in activity from August this year. Want to know his reasons? Join Somayeh, CEO of Geeks, as she hosts Roger again. #TheInnovationRoom #Podcast #Shapeshifters #economyforecast

Send us Fan MailStrategy is no longer about protecting the core, as business is constantly in flux. Shifting millimeters or miles. A constant ebb and flow between technology innovations, stakeholder demands and business priorities requires a balanced strategy. But where should the focus for strategy lie? Is it the commercial, customer, technology or society? The answer is that strategic planning needs to adopt a polycentric approach, having to blend multiple domains to derive maximum value… at speed. #TheInnovationRoom #ShapeShifters #Podcast

Send us Fan MailAre innovation labs really working? Join Somayeh in Episode 29 of The Innovation Room podcast as she sits down with Brant Cooper, author of 'The Lean Entrepreneur' and 'Disruption Proof' as the last episode of our Digital Is From Venus series. In this episode, we explored why 'Innovation Labs are Broken' and why companies should throw out the Horizon model. #TheInnovationRoom #DigitalIsFromVenus #Podcast

Send us Fan Mail🎧 In the latest episode of The Innovation Room podcast, Kate Fletcher hosts Sally Pritchett, CEO of Something Big, to discuss the topic "If Not Now, Then When?" Sally shares her expertise in creating an inclusive, thriving workforce and how she walks the walk as a female leader. #TheInnovationRoom #DigitalIsFromVenus

Send us Fan Mail🎧 Get ready for the latest episode of The Innovation Room podcast, "Real Models, not Role Models" with Baz Bennett hosted by Kate Fletcher. In this episode, they discuss the importance of diversity of thinking and how to drive gender diversity upwards in business. Baz Bennett, previously served as the Diversity and Inclusion Officer for the British Army. Join us as we delve into his experience and expertise on how to approach the challenge of driving diversity in all senses. #TheInnovationRoom #DigitalIsFromVenus #Podcasts