Design Nerds Anonymous ThinkLab and SURROUND

ThinkLab’s research team was stunned by the intensity of challenges and anticipated transformations in these sectors, especially regarding a once-taboo term. Tune in to discover what this 'bad word' is and why it's causing such discomfort. 
Special thanks to our partners at Kimball international who are doing big things to move the design industry forward. 

In this episode, we explore one of the most critical environments to our nation’s health and wellbeing; the world of healthcare spaces. Join us to uncover what's changed, what hasn’t, and actionable steps you can take to expedite decision-making around spaces that heal. 
Special thanks to our partners at Kimball international who are doing big things to move the design industry forward. 

Step into the world of higher education, where we’re uncovering not-so-hidden culprits behind approval bottlenecks. Tune in as we share strategies to streamline the approval process and navigate academia’s challenges. 
Special thanks to our partners at Kimball international who are doing big things to move the design industry forward. 

A staggering 86% of B2B decision makers in the built environment have experienced significant changes in their decision-making processes over the last five years.  
In this four-part mini season, we’re sharing “client confessionals” to uncover the shifts happening in corporate, education, healthcare, and hospitality. Hear firsthand from end users, corporate real estate professionals, architects, designers, and developers. 
In our debut episode with Kaelynn Reid, Futurist and host of Kimball International’s Alternative Design Podcast, we explore the ever-evolving landscape of decision-making for corporate workspaces. Join us as we unravel the complexities of today's uncertain times, where nothing seems set in stone.
Special thanks to our partners at Kimball international who are doing big things to move the design industry forward. 

In this episode of Design Nerds Anonymous, we share a highlight reel of all eight episodes from this season. explore the importance of human connection in a post-pandemic world, the unique perspective of younger generations, and the role technology is playing in shaping the workplace. Discover why understanding Gen Z is crucial for the future of the design industry and how their perspectives can reshape your approach to design, work, and mentorship.  
 
Whether you are an avid fan or want a concise way to share insights with a colleagues, this episode has many profound insights you won’t want to miss.  
 

Uncover the secrets to building trust and connection, especially in a digitally native era. 

Learn strategies for fostering a sense of purpose and passion in the workplace to engage and motivate employees. 

Explore how Gen Z's unique perspective, shaped by a digital-native upbringing, is challenging traditional career paths and redefining the corporate ladder. 

 
Connect with our co-hosts from this episode on LinkedIn: 


Cindy Kaufman 

Byron Morton 

 
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In this episode of Design Nerds Anonymous, we explore how Gen Z's unique approach to building relationships, trust, and connection in the digital age can transform the workplace. Our guests shed light on the dynamics of face-to-face interactions in a digitally native generation.  

Explore how to adapt your management styles to meet Gen Z employees where they are in terms of digital-native expectations. 

Learn why Gen Z's unique upbringing in the digital age positions them as mentors for leaders of older generations, offering solutions that can drive business success. 

Discover how emerging technologies like Chat GPT and AI are poised to unlock untapped potential when paired with the next generation of talent. 

 
Guests:  

Hannah Grady Williams 

Gabriela Silverman 

Jeff Kabat