DECODING AQ - Adaptability For The Future Of Work With Ross Thornley

Decoding AQ with Ross Thornley Feat. Frances West - Lessons from 37 years at IBM on diversity and authentic inclusion

November 17, 2020 Ross Thornley + Special Guests Episode 15
DECODING AQ - Adaptability For The Future Of Work With Ross Thornley
Decoding AQ with Ross Thornley Feat. Frances West - Lessons from 37 years at IBM on diversity and authentic inclusion
Show Notes

Frances is the founder of FrancesWestCo, a global strategy advisory company working with public, private, non-profit and start-ups to operationalize inclusion as a core business imperative to drive disruptive innovation and author.  Host Ross Thornley discusses  alignment of thinking, diversity of thought and authentic inclusion. Also Francis' transition from many years at IBM to her new company and advice on 'disruptive innovation' going into the future.

Timestamps:

  • 1:31:   Welcoming Francis
  • 2:46:   Frances' background and career highlights
  • 8:14:   Positive examples of humanity using inclusive technology
  • 13:34:   What kind of visions can people and organisations do to help them prepare for the future
  • 19:20:   Foreseeing a generation contribute in entirely new ways underpinned by technology 
  • 25:04:   The power of diversity and authentic inclusion 
  • 29:41:   How Frances has found the transition between a company with huge resources to a startup
  • 33:17:   Staying curious, adapting and trusting instincts 
  • 39:02:   What are the essential skills for the coming decade and simple tips 

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