Listen "Most businesses optimize their silos. Few optimize what happens between them"
Episode Synopsis
In today's episode, Chris and Toby explore the crucial topic of how most businesses optimize their internal silos rather than focusing on what happens between them. They discuss the importance of curiosity, contextual understanding, and the detrimental effects of a myopic approach to business processes. The conversation spans various examples, including challenges faced in product development, client servicing, and system implementation, illustrating how misaligned incentives and poor communication lead to inefficiency. They also address the complexities of fixing organizational culture, drawing from experiences in the emergency department and corporate fiascos like Wells Fargo. The key takeaway: effective management and curiosity are essential for driving meaningful changes in business processes.00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter00:04 Episode Numbering Mishap00:49 Today's Topic: Optimizing Between Silos01:26 Human Nature and Myopic Tendencies03:29 Examples of Silo Optimization Issues13:41 Fix It Friday: Solutions and Strategies17:59 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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