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Understanding the Mind's Perception of Change with Pia Wendelbo

Pia Wendelbo · September 5, 2023

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Interview with Pia Wendelbo

Understanding the Mind's Perception of Change with Pia Wendelbo

Podcast: The Agile Within

September 5, 2023

Ready to unravel the mysteries of your mind and how it perceives change? Join us with brilliant change agent and entrepreneur, Pia Wendelbo, as we traverse the terrain of the dual process theory, illuminating the dual ways our brains process decisions. Pia takes us on her…

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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

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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Ready to unravel the mysteries of your mind and how it perceives change? Join us with brilliant change agent and entrepreneur,Pia Wendelbo, as we traverse the terrain of the dual process theory, illuminating the dual ways our brains process decisions. Pia takes us on her recent personal journey, moving to Spain's warmth, and shares how this significant change has shaped her perspectives.

As we journey further, we explore the importance of cultivating a secure setting for change within teams. Here, we spotlight trust-building, fostering a learning culture, and the crucial role of competent team members to guide the learning process. We take a detour into the realm of self-reflection and the necessity of understanding our resistance to change. We conclude our journey with an insightful discussion on finding commonality and fostering a safe learning environment. This episode is a must-listen for Agile practitioners, Scrum Masters, and anyone looking to understand the complexities of change better.

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About Pia:

As a Change Agent and entrepreneur, I help companies and individuals navigate the digital disruption with the aim of growing and transforming successfully.

With over 20 years of experience in strategy, innovation, product development, process optimization, and organizational change, I can assist you in setting the right framework for a successful digital transformation that focuses on both business and customer needs.

I believe that empathy is essential in supporting organizations through digital transformation. I can help you understand the human side of the changes you're going through.

My approach involves utilizing behavioral design and neuro-science to ensure that your organization is prepared to take on the necessary changes. I specialize in creating a safe space for learning and growth while we transform and believe that successful change happens when each employee transforms successfully.

If you're ready to make a change, book a 30-minute session with Pia or call her at +34722383193 or +45 61209500.

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