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Episode 11: Leadership by Design: Creating Environments That Drive Success with Yaron Linett

Leadership in technology means pushing boundaries. Read our CEOs latest article on how Petrosoft LLC is leading the change in digital transformation. #Leadership #DigitalTransformation

Exciting news: Gensler has been named #6 overall and #1 in the Urban Development and Real Estate category for Fast Company’s 2024 Most Innovative Companies!   As designers of impact, Gensler is at the forefront of solving for some of the world's most pressing problems, like repurposing empty office buildings. Here in New York, Robert Fuller and the Pearl House team are demonstrating how to make an office-to-residential conversion possible by successfully bringing to market NYC's largest conversion to date.    Meanwhile, our global team is leveraging technology and scale across markets in support of broader conversion projects. As my colleague Steven Paynter explains in the video below, "A lot of the time when you hear that conversions are too expensive or they don’t work, it's because people are simply looking at the wrong buildings." This ability to design with impact in mind can re-shape the cityscape, catalyze economic growth, and fuel vibrant urban communities.   Why Gensler is one of the most innovative companies of 2024 (fastcompany.com)   #MostInnovative #FCMostInnovative #Gensler #Design #Architecture #UrbanDevelopment #RealEstate

Have you ever felt like your career is at a crossroads, and you're just waiting for the right door to open? 🚪 In his latest Wide-Format Impressions editorial, Dan Marx dives into how we can all create opportunities, even in the most unexpected places. Curious about how to make the most of the doors in front of you? Check out the article below. What doors are you looking to open next? 🔑 #OpportunityKnocks #CareerGrowth #Leadership #wideformatgrowth #wideformatnews #commercialprinting #printindustrynews #wideformatprinting

Discover expert strategies to enhance your brand's resilience and thrive amidst change. Learn how to leverage digital transformation, foster agile leadership, prioritize customer centricity, and more. #BrandResilience #DigitalTransformation #AgileLeadership https://lnkd.in/eCJFHf6y

It seems to me that 'charrettes' are these days elided with or eclipsed by 'co-design sessions.' In that sense, the guiding principle is participation in the design process (as opposed to consultation about the design process). Participate-ability is something that needs to be designed to ensure equity of access to designing for diverse peoples - co-design sessions need to be carefully service designed. For some reason that I can't track down (after a brief search), 'design charrettes' are in my mind more like 'witnessed' expert designing. I think of a 'design charette' as more like an interactive master class, i.e., publicly staged designing. Designers do their designing in front those impacted by the design who then have the ability to, in real time, input into the design without being called upon to do (lay) designing. This strikes me as an importantly different thing from co-designing which can necessitate less complex versions of designing precisely to allow non-designers to participate in the designing (e.g., ideating in response to a reductive 'how might we'). But it is also different from the designers merely seeking feedback on design proposals during a public consultation 'crit' because responsive ideas are developed then & there - those providing feedback can see their criticisms being acted upon without having to take responsibility for correcting the design themselves. It is unfashionable to insist on the role of expert designing (which tends to happen anyway after any co-designing session), but it seems to me that there are many situations in which we need something more like 'post-normal designing' (see https://lnkd.in/gzJfpNxD) rather than hoping that everybody has the time and the capacity to participate in the design of complex systems - and that the concept of a 'design charrette' could and should be the term that holds space for those kinds of situations.

Designers, must learn to live with their choices, knowing that the beauty of the process lies not in eliminating uncertainty but in navigating it with confidence and grace. After all, the possibilities that remain unexplored are what make the act of choosing so profoundly human. https://lnkd.in/gfpT63-Q

What role does self-awareness play in guiding leaders towards excellence? Highlighting the significance of understanding one's strengths, weaknesses, and emotional responses, a Forbes article underscores how self-awareness empowers leaders to inspire teams and make objective decisions. Proposing practical strategies for cultivating self-awareness, the article suggests utilizing self-assessment tools like the Emotional and Social Competency Inventory (ESCI) and seeking feedback from peers and mentors. These approaches facilitate reflection, personal growth, and alignment with core values, fostering authentic leadership. This is what I always aim for personally when leading. As leaders strive to navigate complex challenges and foster environments of growth, they need to prioritize self-awareness for success. Do you practice self awareness? #leadership #selfawareness #feedback #inspiration

In today’s competitive world, businesswomen know that skills and experience are non-negotiables. But here’s something we often overlook: style is just as important. Why? Because it’s a powerful communication tool that enhances your credibility, elevates your presence, and inspires confidence in others. In my latest blog, I dive into the subtle art of looking polished and sophisticated - without overspending. From quality fabrics to smart accessorising, I share actionable tips to help you embody that elevated, “expensive” look, amplifying your skills with the kind of style that speaks volumes. Ready to make an impression that lasts? Check out the blog and let’s redefine what it means to look like a leader. https://lnkd.in/gY3sNP34

I’ve shared a couple shorter clips recently from this industrial design talk but here’s the full length vid for anyone who has finished Baby Reindeer and wondering what to start next! #industrialdesign #productdesign #design #designtalks https://lnkd.in/dDWk4RYj