KnolShare with Dr. Dave Dr. Dave Cornelius

Dr. Dave and Luke Hohmann discuss the benefits of Lean Portfolio Management with generative Adaptive Practices, emphasizing the importance of creating a culture of continuous learning and improvement. They highlight the challenges of implementing LPM in existing organizations and present an alternative approach by focusing on solutions rather than value streams. Dr. Dave and Luke Hohmann emphasize the importance of positive energy in systems, aligning stakeholders to prioritize initiatives, and adopting an abundance mindset towards organizational change. They also discuss the importance of decentralization and participatory budgeting in LPM, highlighting the benefits of involving a large number of people in decision-making and considering the opinions of others in the team.

 

Action Items



* [ ] Luke to share his Tequila Lime marinade steak recipe with Dr. Dave [0:42:24]

* [ ] Dr. Dave to include Luke's recipe in the show notes for listeners [0:42:24]

* [ ] Luke to plug his book "Profit Streams" in the show notes [0:44:56]



 

Outline

Generative Adaptive Practice for Lean Portfolio Management.



* Dr. Dave discusses Lean portfolio management and generative Adaptive Practice.

* Dr. Dave and Luke Hohmann discuss the eight tenets of Adaptive Practice, including trusting team members to achieve goals and embracing failure as an opportunity to learn.

* Dr. Dave encourages listeners to share inspiring songs or spoken word pieces, with some providing a few words of inspiration while others have a few songs and bars to share.



 

Leadership, agile methodology, and civic engagement.



* Luke Hohmann shares their extensive experience in Agile and software development, highlighting their contributions to the field and their nonprofit focused on civic engagement and tech for good.

* Luke Hohmann defines personal brand as providing positive energy to systems in need.

* Dr. Dave aligns with Luke Hohmann's work on generative leadership and positive statements in the workplace.



 

Aligning priorities and investments in a large organization.



* Dr. Dave highlights the importance of an abundance mindset in LPM, as it helps organizations paint a compelling picture of a thriving portfolio.

* Luke Hohmann emphasizes the need for alignment in LPM, as it ensures that investments are made against the organization's abundance of great ideas.

* Luke Hohmann emphasizes the importance of alignment among business leaders to achieve strategic objectives.

* Luke Hohmann and Dr. Dave discuss the need for alignment on initiatives and work to achieve a common goal.



 

Adopting lean portfolio management in an organization.



* Luke Hohmann suggests investing 40% of the portfolio budget in Latin America, with 15% for new product development for specific North American clients.

* Luke Hohmann explains that people's fitness habits change over time and require one week of training for every month of unfitness.

* Luke Hohmann explains the importance of mapping out the current portfolio process to identify practices aligned with lean, agile ways of working.

* Dr. Dave acknowledges that successful companies were successful before introducing lean-agile ways of working and emphasizes the importance of keeping the cadence of existing processes.



 

Decentralization of decision-making authority in organizations.



* Luke Hohmann explains how organizations already have decentralized control, and lpm is not a radical change.

* Luke Hohmann argues that organizations should decentralize decision-making authority based on individual experienc...

Dr. Dave A. Cornelius, aka Dr. Dave, discusses the intersection of generative leadership and Lean portfolio management. They emphasize the importance of adopting an abundance mindset, trust, and a willingness to learn from failure. Dr. Dave highlights the challenges and opportunities of implementing Lean Portfolio Management (LPM).  Dr. Dave adds context on how these practices can be applied in a workplace with multiple generations. The speaker also stresses the need for executive buy-in, change management, and a human-centric approach to implementing Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) successfully.

 

Action Items



* [ ] Promote upcoming learning opportunities on generative leadership to the organization.

* [ ] Interview experts who can share experiences implementing different LPM adoption steps.

* [ ] Read Dr. Dave's book "Generative Leadership The Thrive" for more insights.

* [ ] Join the next podcast episode on discussing the abundance mindset tenant of GAP.



 

Generative leadership practices for Lean portfolio management.



* Dr. Dave discusses generative leadership and lean portfolio management practices.

* Dr. Dave emphasizes the importance of leaders having an abundance mindset and fostering a culture of trust, empowerment, and learning from failure.

* Gap leaders prioritize partnering, experimentation, and continuous learning to drive success in the future of work.



 

Lean portfolio management practices for strategic investments.



* Dr. Dave discusses Lean portfolio management practices for maximizing investments.

* Dr. Dave discusses prioritizing budgets, investments, and compliance in digital solutions.

* Benefits of LPM include improving strategic initiatives, accelerating decision-making, and reducing friction.



 

Implementing lean portfolio management with a focus on human-centric leadership practices.



* Dr. Dave highlights the challenges leaders face in adopting lpm, including losing control and resistance from value stream teams.

* The generative leadership approach emphasizes head, heart, hands, and habits to guide organizations through lpm adoption.

* Dr. Dave highlights the importance of human-centric elements in LPM adoption, including an abundance mindset, openness to people, and co-creation.

* GAP tenets (head, heart, hands, and habits) guide adopting LPM practices, focusing on willingness, trust, and experimentation.



Implementing Lean portfolio management to grow business.



* Dr. Dave outlines a strategy to expand market share among environmentally conscious Gen Y Gen Z consumers by 5% within two years.

* AI is a hot topic, and the company may adopt AI to fuel entrepreneurial capabilities by 2025.

* Dr. Dave discusses aligning leadership and stakeholders and organizing around value streams to deliver value.

* Strategize and budget for portfolio, execute through portfolio events and validate learning.



 

Adopting Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) in organizations.



* Dr. Dave explains the Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) adoption roadmap to executives and leadership teams.

* He proposes a vertical slice approach to deliver value incrementally and validate learning.

* Dr. Dave outlines steps for successful LPM implementation, including defining portfolios and creating an artifact.

* He emphasizes the importance of change management and stakeholder buy-in for LPM’s success.

* Dr. Dave uses an empathy map canvas to understand the needs of the leadership team and organization.

* He captures information through dialogue and observations to gain insights into the outsi...

LaChelle Adkins, America’s SuperMom, Special Guest, KnolShare with Dr. Dave Podcast









Hello, and welcome to the KnolShare with Dr. Dave podcast. I am Dave A. Cornelius, affectionately called Dr. Dave, your host. Today's conversation is about the 'Social Change Advocates' and their role in making the world better for us.

In today's world, being a 'Social Change Advocate' means having the courage to stand up for what’s right and make a difference in the world. It’s about using the power of your voice, taking action, and bringing communities together to create positive change.

Our world is complex and ever-changing, and it’s important to listen to the cries for justice and equality that echo through the digital sphere and beyond. As a Social Change Advocate, you play a critical role in anticipating and influencing change, advocating for policies and practices that uplift marginalized communities and bring people together.

Your work as a Social Change Advocate goes beyond borders and barriers, using innovative tools and technologies to amplify underrepresented voices and create a more inclusive future. With empathy, determination, and a commitment to education and dialogue, you can help shape a better world where everyone can dream big and actively participate in creating the change they want to see.

My special guest today is LaChelle Adkins, “America’s SuperMom.“  Welcome to the KnolShare with Dr. Dave Podcast.

 

LaChelle Adkins, America’s SuperMom - KnolShare with Dr_ Dave Podcast Summary



* Social change advocacy and its impact. 0:04



* LaChelle Atkins discusses social change advocacy and its role in creating a more inclusive future.





* Mental health, family, and advocacy. 2:07



* LaChelle shares a song that inspires them, "No Weapon Formed Against Me" by Fred Hammond and discusses how it helps them stay motivated and focused during challenging times.

* LaChelle identifies themselves as "America's Supermom," a TV producer with 15 children, and discusses their role as a mother and creator.

* LaChelle shares her personal story of depression and suicide attempts to help others.





* Mental health during the pandemic. 6:54



* Club co-founder shares how the pandemic brought the family closer together.

* LaChelle creates "smile for wellness" movement during pandemic, focusing on 5 pillars for mental health: sleep, mood, inner voice, laughter, and energy.





* Personal growth, coalition building, and listening to inner voices. 11:39



* LaChelle shares their personal journey of learning the importance of sleep and its impact on their mental and physical health.

* LaChelle emphasizes the importance of humility and recognizing that they don't have to do everything alone, and that prayer is a crucial tool for finding strength and guidance in their personal and professional life.

* LaChelle shares their personal journey of learning to listen to their own inner voice and let go of ego to resolve challenges.

* LaChelle's inner voice is lost during depression, but they find it by giving space for others to have their own voices.





* Self-love, activism, and education. 17:17



* LaChelle shares personal journey of building confidence through self-forgiveness and trust in their own voice.

* LaChelle emphasizes the importance of self-love and journaling for personal growth and empathy.

* Dr. Dave agrees and adds that loving oneself is crucial to loving others and God.

* LaChelle emphasizes the importance of living the advice you want to give to others, as children learn by mimicking behavior.

Dillion -- Drumming Connects me to my Heritage and Culture

























Dillion Treacy - Getting To Your Mountaintop SeriesSummary



* Music career and prophecy with drummer Dylan Tracy. 0:07



* Dr. Dave shares his prophecy that Dylan Tracy will be a drummer after giving him a drumstick as a baby.

* Dillon Treacy now realizes that prophecy as a worldwide musician with inspiring performances.





* Music inspiration and passion. 2:24



* Dillon discusses their inspiration from Leroy Burgess' song "Barely Breaking Even," which they've been obsessing over for a year.

* The song's lyrics, including "Just got my paycheck, and I'm on my way home / Between the rent and the phone bill, it's nearly gone," resonate with the speaker's experiences of grinding and partying despite financial struggles.

* Dillon Treacy, a drummer and resident of New York City for 13 years, discusses his passion for drumming and how it connects him to his heritage and culture.

* Dillon believes that his drumming should evoke a visceral reaction in listeners, whether through movement or emotion, and keeps him interested and engaged in his craft.





* Musical inspirations and creative freedom. 7:43



* Dillon discusses their experience at NYU for jazz performance and living in New York City as a formative educational experience.

* George Clinton's music and lyrics educated the speaker on how to feel and experience life, and Afrofuturism inspired a vision of a future that doesn't exist yet.





* Musical inspirations and cultural heritage. 11:44



* Dillon names Funkadelic and John Bonham as major drumming inspirations, citing their ability to create space and care in their playing.

* Dillon grew up in various music genres, including ‘60s-80s R&B, soul, and hip hop, and was inspired by artists like Prince, Kanye West, and J Dilla.

* Dillon is currently inspired by disco and boogie music and enjoys the repetition and groove of these genres.





* Creativity, obstacles, and personal growth in music. 16:52



* Dillon reflects on the challenges of freelancing, including self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and how they've learned to "fake it till they make it" and be confident in their abilities.

* Dillon shares a personal project with significant meaning for them, highlighting the importance of personal meaning and purpose in creative work.

* Dr. Dave reflects on the joy of playing music with friends, citing a memorable gig with his band Alter Apollo as an inspiration.

* Dillon emphasizes the importance of finding joy in music, even in low-key performances, and notes that his main source of income is touring as a musician.





* Travel, social issues, and art. 21:53



* Musician travels across 46 US states and 20 countries, experiencing diverse cultures and vibes.

* Dillon reflects on travel experiences and how they shape their social-issue perspective.

* Dillon shares their experience at a music festival in Cheltenham, UK, where they discussed politics with a stranger with different views.

* Dillon expresses frustration with people using social media to promote their agendas without taking action in their daily lives.





* Social activism and breaking into the music industry. 28:35



* Dr. Dave and Speaker 2 discuss the sacrifices made by an unnamed person for a social cause.

* Dr. Dave believes that making music can be a form of social activism by forgetting about problems and relaxing to see the big picture.

* Dillon advises aspiring musicians to go to the city they want to work in,

Getting to Your Mountaintop - Navigating as a Generative Leader













Summary



* Generative Leadership and Personal Discovery. 0:07



* Dr. Dave and the guests discuss generative leadership, sharing personal experiences and insights.

* Speakers reflect on legacy, generative leadership, and leaving a positive impact.

* Earl emphasizes allowing individuals to discover their leadership styles and abilities.





* Leadership, trust, and abundance mindset. 6:30



* Leaders cultivate an abundance mindset by asking positive questions, inspiring creativity, and exploring possibilities.

* Earl emphasizes the importance of being curious and relating to others, even at the top of their game, leading large organizations.

* Charlotte discusses the challenge of shifting away from a perceived mission and the need for generative leadership that includes the past, present, and future.

* Dr. Dave and Earl discuss the importance of trust in leadership, with Charlotte emphasizing that trust is earned and can be lost easily.

* They also agree that trust should be maintained even in a post-COVID world. Earl suggests that leaders should enable their team members to live their best lives while providing value to the organization.





* Trust, abundance mindset, and generative leadership in a crisis. 15:38



* Charlotte emphasizes the importance of trust in the workplace, particularly in COVID-19.

* Earl emphasizes the importance of trust in times of crisis, highlighting the need for team members to understand and support each other.

* Dr. Dave agrees, emphasizing that generative leaders identify and nurture the strengths and talents of their team members to unleash their potential.





* Leadership, failure, and growth. 20:45



* Leaders who treat everyone the same can inadvertently insult those who need more support, and unleashing potential requires trust, abundance, and tailored support for each contributor.

* Earl shares insights on creating a safe space for failure and growth, citing their experience at Motorola and the Pentagon.

* Galvin's Six Sigma initiative at Motorola emphasized publishing lessons learned, fostering autonomy, and effective delegation.





* Leadership, micromanaging, and celebrating successes. 27:31



* Charlotte emphasizes celebrating collective victories and valuing team members' contributions.

* Dr. Dave shares a personal experience of feeling unmotivated in a micromanaging environment, highlighting the need for a more collaborative approach.





* Leadership, communication, and generational differences. 30:13



* Leaders must build trust and understanding with team members over time to communicate and delegate tasks effectively.

* Encourage emerging leaders with gratitude and inclusivity to thrive in multi-generational environments.

* Earl acknowledges the difficulty in understanding a client's situation and offers a thoughtful approach to addressing their concerns.

* Earl emphasizes the importance of understanding the client's mindset and addressing the "elephant in the room" to provide effective solutions.

* Dr. Dave thanked Charlotte and Earl Cobb for sharing their knowledge and encouraged listeners to connect with them through their company's website.

* Charlotte emphasizes giving each other grace and space to grow and invites listeners to learn more about their work on their website.

Melanie Stated, Resonance is key to self-care. Prioritize what lights you up.The Getting to Your Mountaintop - Social Change Advocate is a special episode of the KnolShare with Dr. Dave podcast featuring the inspiring Melanie Richards, Founder of ‘BVisiblewithMel’ and Host of the LinkedIn Live event I'm Possible!

Summary



* Creativity, inspiration, and collaboration. 0:07



* Melanie Richards shares her inspiring story of overcoming obstacles to become a successful social change advocate.

* Melanie uses a song to inspire creative collaboration and safe spaces while sharing their elevator pitch as a business attraction and event success coach.





* Social advocacy and fundraising for various causes. 4:09



* Dr. Dave's passion for social advocacy was sparked by his sister-in-law Liz, who passed away, leading him to raise funds for women's cancers and other causes.

* Liz helped turn the speaker into a fundraiser after personal experiences with social justice issues.





* Advocacy, coalition-building, and self-care for nonprofit leaders. 7:42



* Melanie faces the challenge of finding opportunities for others to get involved in causes they care about.

* Board member emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and resource sharing for non-profits.

* Dr. Dave and Melanie discuss self-care and activism, with Melanie highlighting the importance of prioritizing self-care through nonprofit involvement and personal practices.





* Self-care, community involvement, and making a difference. 14:46



* Resonance is key to self-care. Prioritize what lights you up.

* Dr. Dave encourages listeners to get involved in their community, starting with small acts of kindness and volunteering for local organizations.





* Social change advocacy and fundraising. 19:46



* Melanie aims to join a foundation board, devote themselves to fundraising, and host a podcast to elevate executives.

* Melanie emphasizes sharing personal stories and helping others in social change advocacy.

* Dr. Dave and Melanie express gratitude and appreciation for the opportunity to connect and share knowledge.