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Ep. 98: Holistic Thinking in Digital Transformation with Pia Wendelbo

Pia Wendelbo · July 19, 2023

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Ep. 98: Holistic Thinking in Digital Transformation with Pia Wendelbo

Podcast: Definitely, Maybe Agile

July 19, 2023 · 31 min

Join Peter Maddison and David Sharrock on the latest episode of Definitely, Maybe Agile as they sit down with Pia Wendelbo, change agent and CEO of Scandinavian Change Agents. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of holistic thinking in change management. Pia highlights…

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Key topicsThe Importance of Holistic Thinking in Digital TransformationAccording to a recent survey, 70% of digital transformation projects fail due to a lack of holistic thinking. Pia Wendelbo can speak to the importance of considering the human side of change and utilizing behavioral design and neuroscience to ensure successful digital transformation. Scaling Up Businesses: Common Mistakes and SolutionsWith over 20 years of experience in strategy and innovation, Pia Wendelbo can speak to the common mistakes businesses make when scaling up and offer solutions for success, including the value of agile processes and a customer-centric focus. The Characteristics of Successful Change Managers in Today's WorkforceWith the rise of digital disruption and constant change, the characteristics of successful change managers are evolving. Pia Wendelbo can speak to the importance of empathy, curiosity, and creating a safe space for learning and growth in facilitating successful change within a company. View all topics →

About Pia Wendelbo

Pia Wendelbo, podcast guest

Innovation, Change and Digital Transformation Expert

20+ Years Senior transformation leadershipAge 19 Launched her first businessNordea Innovation Hub Built & led new venturesFounder Scandinavian Change Agents

Pia Wendelbo is a Change Agent and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in strategy, innovation, product development, process optimization, and organizational change as business head of Finland's largest bank Nordea.

She is passionate about helping companies and individuals navigate digital disruption with the aim of growing and transforming successfully. Pia believes that empathy is essential in supporting organizations through digital transformation and utilizes behavioral design and neuroscience to ensure that organizations are prepared to take on the necessary changes.

Pia is the founder of Scandinavian Change Agents, a consulting firm specializing in helping businesses navigate the ever-evolving technology landscape and achieve digital transformation. The firm emphasizes the importance of adapting to constant change and implementing strategy as an ongoing process. Pia's approach involves creating a safe space for learning and growth while transforming and believes that successful change happens when each employee transforms successfully.

Pia is also a mentor and coach, specializing in behavioral factors and neuroscience. She helps people who don't know how to best work with themselves and their team and offers career coaching to those looking to build their future. Pia's focus on curiosity and holistic thinking sets her apart from other consultants, and she is a go-to person for decision-makers and C-level managers looking to navigate change.

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Join Peter Maddison and David Sharrock on the latest episode of Definitely, Maybe Agile as they sit down withPia Wendelbo, change agent and CEO of Scandinavian Change Agents. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of holistic thinking in change management. Pia highlights the often overlooked impact on people during a transformation, emphasizing the importance of considering culture, staff happiness, and the structures and processes affected by the change. This insightful conversation highlights the need for a more comprehensive approach to change management that fully embraces human aspects of organizational transformation.

This week's takeaways:

Recognize that individuals are at the core of any transformation effort.Incorporating "slack" into work life can bring balance and productivity.Continuous learning and improvement are crucial in transformation.

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