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Enhancing Organizational Change: A Conversation with Dr. Sharon Varney and John Hovell
Design, community, OD, Organization Design Bill Johnston Design, community, OD, Organization Design Bill Johnston

Enhancing Organizational Change: A Conversation with Dr. Sharon Varney and John Hovell

On this episode of the Cohere podcast, Bill Johnston and Dr. Lauren Vargas discuss Organizational Development (OD) with returning guests Dr. Sharon Varney and John Hovell. They explore the importance of OD, evolving dynamics, and curating OD Top Tips aimed at 'landing change with people'. They address the changing conversation around OD and highlight the potential for applying OD principles to community and network development, especially in combating misinformation in the digital age. The discussion also touches on engaging skeptics of OD within organizations, underscoring the significance of technology and social media in shaping organizational and community dynamics.

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Art School Every Day With Dave Gray: Insights From School Of The Possible
Metaverse, Immersion, Design Bill Johnston Metaverse, Immersion, Design Bill Johnston

Art School Every Day With Dave Gray: Insights From School Of The Possible

This episode of the Cohere podcast features an insightful interview with Dave Gray, where he shares his perspective on creativity, possibility, and the art of sketching as a foundational tool for exploring and realizing potential ideas. He discusses his journey from being an artist to embracing the broader concept of being a 'possibilitarian'—someone who actively seeks and creates new possibilities. Gray emphasizes the importance of sketching—not just as a drawing technique but as a way to engage in creative thinking and problem-solving. He also touches on his experiences founding the School of the Possible and the significance of creating spaces for meaningful connections and community building, particularly in a virtual environment.

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