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In this episode, we learn about what makes impactful mentorship programs successful, like the one described from Episode 3.7 for Toronto's Regent Park, that bridged gaps between different community segments and fostered economic opportunities. Judy and Sasha discuss the importance of context and highlighting what people care about to build stronger social connections and how they contribute to the overall well-being and cohesion of communities. The question we have for YOU... 🔎 What challenges do you see when trying to build social connections within communities and/or the workplace? Listen to Episode 3.7 to get caught up! Click here 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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In this episode, Sasha and Judy sit down with Layla Zia, a social activist and community development specialist, to explore the fascinating realm of qualitative data in social initiatives. Layla shares insightful stories from her work in Toronto's Regent Park, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between qualitative and quantitative data. They delve into how listening without preconceived notions can unveil new perspectives and drive meaningful social change. Through candid discussions, the episode uncovers best practices for engaging communities, fostering mentorship, and implementing social projects. They also touch on the transformative power of social connections, particularly in mixed-income neighborhoods. Whether you're interested in community development, data-driven initiatives, or the evolving dynamics of mentorship, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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In this episode, we reflect on Judy and Minal's conversation following their experience attending a TEDx event. We explore the complexities of managing organizational change and the importance of handling both pre- and post-change periods to maintain productivity and well-being, and challenge the relevance of traditional theories in today's fast-paced environment. We also highlight AI's role in streamlining processes and discuss 'holacracy' as a decentralized organizational structure that can potentially balance individual needs with organizational goals. The question we have for YOU... 🔎 How can organizations find a balance between participatory methods and the need for quick decision-making? 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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In this episode, Judy sits down with the amazing Minal Bopaiah, an award-winning author and equity strategist, to chat about their takeaways from a TEDx event in DC themed "Terra Incognita". The event touched on a wide array of topics and this conversation reflects that! Tune in for a laid-back yet thought-provoking chat about the sketchy side of MDMA-assisted therapies, Christian nationalism in America, what's hype and what's real around AI technology, and how empathy and accountability play a part in restorative justice. Taking a step back and putting on their facilitator hats, they touch on the event's setup, the styles of different speakers, and the unfair expectation put on people of color to always be "inspirational". 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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🪞 In this episode, we reflect on our insightful conversation with Dr. Shauna Payne Gold and Dr. Lisa Ingarfield. We delve into the complexities of equity in performance sports, the role of vulnerability in public discourse, and the importance of discussing flourishing through the lenses of diversity, inclusion, and equity. Emphasizing the need for a "flourishing toolbox," we explore how individuals can proactively support their well-being. The episode also tackles the challenges of balancing personal discomfort with the systemic discomfort experienced by marginalized groups, highlighting the importance of engaging in difficult conversations with empathy and understanding. ⚖️ The question we have for YOU... 🔎 How can we help others build confidence in tackling challenging conversations? 👉 Share your thoughts with us by sending an email to [email protected]! 🫶 Enjoying the podcast? Support us on Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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🚴♀️ In this episode of Transformation Horizon, we engage in a profound discussion with Dr. Shauna Payne Gold and Dr. Lisa Ingarfield about their podcast, Unphased Unedited. The conversation delves into how organization development principles can foster human flourishing with a focus on the field of endurance sports. The guests share insights on addressing systemic barriers, asking critical questions, and the impact of honest dialogue even in discomfort. They also discuss the significance of self-care and boundary-setting in their work. Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on promoting inclusion and equity in various contexts. 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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🌐 Reflecting on Episode 3.1 with Pete Bombaci from The GenWell Project, we revisit fighting loneliness and the role of social media. We share our personal actions to combat loneliness and some lasting impressions from our discussion with Pete. Our conversation goes into exploring the role and impact of social media, and thoughts on using various connection mechanisms for positive outcomes. We also touch on the importance of balancing workplace connections, enhancing interactions, and addressing unmet social needs. Listen in as we dive into understanding how social well-being can revolutionize work environments and communities. 🌱✨ Some questions that came out of our conversation: 🔎 How is social connection, or psycho-social needs, related to the root causes of issues in the workplace? 🧐 Can AI be used to help us address social isolation? What would that look like? 👉 Share your thoughts with us by sending an email to [email protected]! 🫶 Enjoying the podcast? Support us on Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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In this episode, we welcome Pete Bombaci, founder of The GenWell Project, a movement dedicated to fostering face-to-face social interactions for better mental and physical well-being. Pete shares compelling insights into the detrimental effects of loneliness, the benefits of social interaction, and practical ways to cultivate connectivity in workplaces and communities. Tune in to hear inspiring stories of The GenWell Project's impact and learn how promoting social health can lead to healthier, happier environments. 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories #GoFirst
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🐳 Dive into stories of transformation as we explore the pursuit of human flourishing within organizations and their impact on the community. Join us for a season of insightful dialogues and inspiring narratives that connect organizational development with the broader goal of human flourishing. ✨ 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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🌅 As we draw the curtains on Season 2, we welcome back our guest host Griffin Moore! Together, we explore the themes that have surfaced in our conversations, such as the transformative power of 'use of self' in driving change, and the delicate art of working within systems to catalyze a ripple effect of positive transformation. 💧✨ ⚡️ We share our personal reflections on human systems dynamics, discussing how embracing complexity can lead to more resilient and adaptive strategies. We also touch on the courage required to sit with difficult emotions, a necessary step for true progress, and the role of impactful questions in expanding our worldviews. 🌎 👀 We offer a glimpse of what's on the horizon 😉, as we look forward to season 3 filled with stories connecting organization development to the broader goal of human flourishing. Join us for this compelling wrap-up as we celebrate our learnings and set the stage for the next chapter in our journey towards fostering environments where all people can thrive. 🌟 🎗Don't forget to subscribe and stay tuned for another season of deep dives into the practices that shape our world for the better. 💌 Have a question, comment, or a recommendation for a perfect guest? Please email us at [email protected]. 🫶 Like what you hear and want to hear more? Support us by subscribing to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/TransformationHorizonPodcast #ODHorizonStories
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In this episode we got to sit down with David Cooperrider and Lindsey Godwin to hear about their work with the UN Global Compact and how they apply the Appreciative Inquiry approach. We take a deep dive into their experience using a dialogic process to bring leaders from across industries to work together towards a common goal – to create a sustainable world where all humans can flourish.
For more information on the initiative that Lindsay and David discussed visit the UN Global Compact. To learn more about Appreciative Inquiry, check out the AI practitioner journal, and find additional resources available through the Fowler Center at Case Western and the Cooperrider Center at Champlain.
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In this episode, we talk with Glenda Eoyang and Ahmed Avais about Human Systems Dynamics (HSD) and how it can help us explore and address the complex challenges we face. Today with the interconnected and fast changing environments we live in, spending too much time working to understand the challenges we face before moving towards action can lead us to tackling challenges that no longer exists. In this episode we explore how to use questions and adaptive action to make meaningful progress and drive towards action.
For more information on the concepts and ideas shared visit HSD Institute. Also join a Daily Inquiry session or sign up for their newsletter. You can also learn more about different HSD practitioners work through the Patterns and Possibilities Podcast.
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Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of this year's ODN Summit as we chat with co-chairs Joretha Johnson, CEO of Advanced Transformational Technologies, and Gloria Song, Founder, Principal Coach & Consultant of Co-Change Lab. In this episode we talk about what it takes to meet the moment rather than holding on to the past, intentional community building, and how the field of OD has reflected and met changes in society since its inception. Discover how they approached the design, development, and execution of the summit, with reflections on their own experiences. Hear what inspired the theme of social impact, and get a sneak peek at what's in store for next year's summit.
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In this episode, we chat with Nee Frankson, Juan Martinez, and Jamiel Alexander about the Youth and Young Adult Wellbeing Measure Project sponsored by the Aspen Institute. The project provides insight into how young people of color define and measure well-being within their culture and traditions. We talk about the power of doing research on and for your own community, showing care for the people sharing their stories, and how culture impacts definitions of wellbeing.
Check out the Aspen Institutes Forum for Community Solutions and sign up for their newsletter to learn more.
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What does it mean to truly flourish?
We kick off season 2 with an exploration into the concept of human flourishing. We chat about the dimensions that make up human flourishing, why this concept is more important than ever, and the role of organizations in fostering human flourishing.
Join us at the 2023 International ODN Summit as we explore how to center human flourishing and find new ways forward that work for people and the planet.
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Did we achieve what we set out to do? Let’s talk about it!
In this episode we flip the script! Judy and Sasha are interviewed by fellow OD practitioner and podcast lover Griffin Moore. We chat about the power of following your curiosity, how what we’ve learned over the course of the season has impacted the way we practice OD, and our plans for the future.
Take our survey! www.tinyurl.com/thpodsurvey. Help us understand more about our audience and what you all would like to hear in season 2.
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Who gets to create the narrative about what it means to be an African Leader?
In this episode, we chat with Yabome Gilpin-Jackson about the We Will Lead Africa storytelling project, which expands the narratives of what it means to be an African leader beyond the prevailing negative stereotypes. We talk about the power of owning and telling your own leadership story, finding resonance in community, and applying the human process technologies of OD more broadly to support change around social issues.
Check out other books by Yabome at her Amazon page and watch her TEDx Talk about How to Get Past Disconnection to Social Change. If you’re interested in learning more about Organization Development, the Organization Development Network has many helpful resources.
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How can you increase accessibility to training opportunities and make learning fun again?
In this episode, we interview Peter Kalmar of the Flo Foundation about Street Training Festivals. The idea is simple: go outside in nature and offer fun, interactive, and experiential training to people for free in their local community. We chat about the wide range of topics people want to learn about (e.g., personal development, self awareness, leadership, career exploration, etc.), the design considerations for organizing such an event, and how a spark of an idea can become a movement that benefits thousands of people.
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How do you bring together a global network of stakeholders in electronics production to make an impact on worker safety?
In this episode, we interview Russ Gaskin of CoCreative Consulting about the Clean Electronics Production Network, an initiative that unites diverse stakeholders to understand, address, and eliminate workers’ exposure to toxic chemicals in the electronics supply chain. We talk about leveraging feelings of overwhelm, how bringing diverse perspectives together to solve huge problems is an imperative rather than a luxury, the power of throwing a better party and letting people experience it, and getting in the right relationship with fear.
Check out the Green America Center for Sustainability Solutions to learn more about other projects focused on multi-stakeholder collaboration such as the Soil Climate Alliance.
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How is one Virginia University creating new pathways of access to a four-year degree?
In this episode, we interview Sally Lorentson, Assistant Vice President for University Life at George Mason University. We learn about the ADVANCE program – an innovative partnership between Northern Virginia Community College and George Mason University aimed at creating a streamlined and student centered transfer experience. We explore the critical role community colleges play as a gateway to a 4-year degree, using dialogue and participation to bring together disparate perspectives while creating allies, and dismantling antiquated systems to rebuild them in a more inclusive, student experience centered way.
Check out the Aspen Institute and the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students to learn more about advancements in the transfer student experience.
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