The Octopus Organization™

Business futurist and AI keynote speaker Jonathan brill speaks with Julia Hautz, Professor of Strategic Management at the University of Innsbruck in Austria. Their discussion explores the shift from traditional top-down management to a more inclusive bottom-up approach, advocating for the need to listen to employees at all levels, and how small gestures of acknowledgment can significantly impact employee engagement and motivation.

Business futurist and AI keynote speaker Jonathan brill speaks with Steve Denning, a renowned management innovator, author, and former World Bank executive. Denning shares his journey from being a lawyer to a transformative leader at the World Bank, emphasizing the power of storytelling in driving organizational change. He discusses the challenges of resistance to change, the importance of understanding different narratives, and how a simple story can inspire a massive shift in an

Business futurist and AI keynote speaker Jonathan Brill speaks with Rita McGrath, a globally recognized expert on innovation and growth strategies, about the importance of continuous transformation in organizations, discussing how businesses can adapt to change, learn from failures, and innovate effectively. They delve into the importance of defining success, understanding corporate dynamics, and the impact of digital technologies on business strategies. The discussion highlights the need

In this conversation, business futurist and AI keynote speaker Jonathan Brill speaks with Amy Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School, about the critical role of psychological safety in organizational transformation. They explore how organizations can adapt to change, the importance of curiosity and inquiry, and the need for sustainability in business practices. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of creating an environment where individuals