Knowledge Fika

Rebecka Isaksson (KnowFlow Value); Dawn Brushammar (Sugarwork)
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Knowledge Fika

Swedish “fika” is a cherished tradition of enjoying coffee and pastries with friends, family or co-workers, creating a cozy and social atmosphere. It is not just about feeding the body but also our souls and brains, when we take mini-breaks throughout the day, to clear our minds and replenish. In this podcast we will sit down with interesting profiles from the global Knowledge Management community, for casual conversations about relevant KM-topics, over a virtual cup of coffee. And of course there will be a lot of talk about AI and AI-powered Knowledge solutions!

  1. Episode 15: The KM Peer Mentoring program by SIKM & KM4Dev - Ninez Piezas-Jerbi

    3D AGO

    Episode 15: The KM Peer Mentoring program by SIKM & KM4Dev - Ninez Piezas-Jerbi

    “The only way to really learn something is by teaching it” Join us as we welcome Ninez Piezas-Jerbi, who leads a KM Peer Mentoring program by the SIKM Leaders and KM4Dev communities. We discuss the transformative power of teaching and sharing knowledge, the importance of giving back, and practicing what we preach as KM professionals. Ninez shares insights on mentoring newcomers in KM, the matching process, and the crucial role of chemistry between mentors and mentees. She also highlights the value of learning from NGOs and public sector organizations. About the KM Peer Mentoring program and how to apply to be a mentor, or a mentee. Applications are now open– closing on March 28, 2025! About Ninez Piezas-Jerbi: With 33 years of experience at the World Trade Organization in various roles, including Chief of KM Section and Senior Manager, Ninez now leads the Knowledge Management Peer Mentoring Program for KM4Dev and SIKM Leaders. She is a Chartered Knowledge Manager (MCLIP) and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC)with the International Coaching Federation. Ninez aims to help individuals, especially women and non-profit leaders, lead authentic and impactful lives. She supports their efforts to make a difference in their communities and the wider world. As a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher (500HR), she also promotes physical and mental vitality through free yoga classes in her local community. More info at nineznow.com.

    27 min
  2. Episode 14: Intelligent KM and putting Knowledge into context - Katya Linossi & Stephen Bedford

    MAR 2

    Episode 14: Intelligent KM and putting Knowledge into context - Katya Linossi & Stephen Bedford

    In this episode we discuss the importance of contextualising knowledge, customising it to the role of everyone, and why content governance is more important than ever before, because of AI services and solutions. We also learn what inspired Katya to start ClearPeople and build her own KM solution, Atlas, targeting the legal-, and professional services, sectors. And we got some hints about the “AI Trends in KM 2025”, which are available in this e-Book, free of charge, available for you to download today!The Trends Shaping Knowledge in 2025 (Generic) The Trends Shaping Knowledge in 2025 (Legal & PS) About Katya Linossi: The co-founder and CEO of ClearPeople, who has a 25-year career in the IT sector. She leads the company's strategy and operations, positioning it at the forefront of intelligent knowledge solutions. Katya has been recognised for her entrepreneurial spirit as an "Entrepreneur to Watch" in 2021 and Innovator of the Year at the Women in IT Awards (2019). About Stephen Bedford: As Product Director at ClearPeople since 2018, he leads the development and strategic growth of Atlas. He collaborates with customers to ensure the platform delivers value and evolves to meet their needs. With a career spanning IT, IT security, and software development since 1990, Stephen also has experience in start-ups. About ClearPeople: Founded in 2003 and co-founded by Katya, ClearPeople is a global leader in enterprise solutions that connect people with knowledge, insights, and expertise. Their flagship product, Atlas, is an all-in-one platform for Microsoft 365 designed to enhance business productivity by providing quick, accurate access to critical information. Atlas integrates intranet, collaboration, and knowledge management with smart governance and AI, aiming to maximize Microsoft 365 investments while improving productivity and customer satisfaction. ClearPeople focuses on innovation, inclusivity, and diverse perspectives, specializing in highly regulated industries like the legal sector. ClearPeople is a Microsoft Preferred Content Services Partner and a launch partner for Microsoft Syntex and Microsoft Viva Topics. In 2021, they received the Microsoft Employee Experience Partner of the Year award, and Atlas has been recognised as a “Major Player” in IDC MarketScape and KMWorld’s AI 100 in 2024.

    31 min

  3. FEB 16

    Episode 13: The Future of Digital Productivity and Collaboration - Andrew Pope

    In this episode of Knowledge Fika, we are joined by Andrew Pope who has spent his career working on digital productivity and collaboration. We discuss Knowledge Management, collaboration, AI readiness and the challenges and opportunities of hybrid work. We also talk a bit about digital detoxing and of course, our favorite fika. Andrew describes how the goal of his work is to make work (and life) easier and more engaging through technology and shares some recent research and findings that were recently published in a white paper, which is linked below.   About Andrew Pope:   Andrew looks at workplace technology through the eyes of the workforce, as owner of Designing Collaboration and co-founder of Designing AI Heroes. He helps his clients to develop ways of work that ensure workplace tools work for them: solving their problems, bringing people together and adopting more effective and productive practices, such as improving meetings, leveraging AI and aligning distributed teams.    Andrew has advised and coached UK and Australian government departments as well as large multinationals on how to better leverage tools like Microsoft 365 and to develop today’s digital leaders, although he likes to balance his time with enjoying coffee, going trail running and doing silly stuff with the kids (though not at all the same time).  Link to the white paper on hybrid work mentioned in the episode: https://www.designingcollab.com/emp-experience

    29 min
  4. Episode 12: A KM startup grounded in Social Anthropology & Computer Science - Emily Harburg

    FEB 2

    Episode 12: A KM startup grounded in Social Anthropology & Computer Science - Emily Harburg

    In this episode we talk about knowledge sharing, crowdsourcing knowledge, expertise location, and the role of Communities [of Practice] in businesses. And we’ll hear what inspired Emily's decision to leave her corporate job and jump into the exciting world of AI start-ups to build on her academic research, and experiences from Meta, Google and EF (Education First). We also touch upon some of the volunteering and mentoring work that she does, helping and supporting Women in Tech! And of course, why “Fika” breaks are important to building trust among employees – something Emily saw first-handedly when working for Swedish company, EF. About Dr. Emily Harburg: Emily is the CEO and founder of PairUp, a platform that utilizes generative AI to accelerate workplace knowledge sharing and connection. Emily’s background spans industry, startups, and academia. She has worked in industry at Disney Imaginee ring, Facebook (Meta), and EF Education First. She also co-founded Brave Initiatives, an organization dedicated to helping women learn how to code and now supports training the incarcerated. Emily graduated with a B.A. in Social Anthropology and Psychology from Harvard College, and with a Ph.D. in Technology and Social Behaviour from Northwestern University.  Emily's research has been shared in global conferences, academic journals, case studies, and news publications – including the Harvard Business Review, TEDx, Computer Human Interaction (CHI), CNN, and more. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, skiing, volleyball, and learning how to DJ! About PairUp: PairUp is an AI-powered platform that transforms how companies access and leverage their knowledge. By combining research-backed AI with human expertise, PairUp provides data-driven insights, optimizes workflows, and ensures critical information is fully utilized. With PairUp, organizations save time, eliminate redundant efforts, and enhance efficiencies by harnessing the collective intelligence of their teams. Seamlessly integrating into a company's existing workflow, PairUp can accelerate onboarding, break down silos, and preserve essential institutional knowledge – ensuring nothing is lost when employees leave. Learn more, explore common use cases, or request a demo today at https://pairupapp.com/.

    27 min
  5. Episode 11: A Knowledge Mobilization Paradigm - Sierra Woods

    JAN 19

    Episode 11: A Knowledge Mobilization Paradigm - Sierra Woods

    Sierra Woods is a dynamic innovator and entrepreneur passionate about impactful solutions. Initially aspiring to be a professional soccer player, her athletic background instilled perseverance and adaptability. Sierra launched Link X to enhance experiential learning at Carleton University and created Precision Cities to address food insecurity in Ottawa. Her pioneering work in knowledge mobilization (KMb), inspired by David Phipps and Royce Holladay, reimagines KMb as a complex form of change. Sierra’s work is deeply personal, rooted in her experience with chronic back pain. By fostering relationships with healthcare providers, she witnessed transformative results, inspiring her to develop a new KMb paradigm focused on relationships and impact. Sierra is currently writing a book to share this approach, blending personal insights and research to empower others tackling today’s challenges. In the second episode of our Knowledge Fika podcast 2025, Sierra and I share a coffee and talk about her work building out a Knowledge Mobilization Paradigm, and the five ingredients, or dials, she has identified: Curiosity, Access, Reciprocity, Power, and Ripples. Through her personal story, we delve into how and why she also concluded that knowledge sharing isn’t a linear thing, but something complex and highly dependent on context. Please find the resources on Knowledge Mobilization that Sierra mentioned, here: https://www.hsdinstitute.org/index.html

    35 min
  6. Episode 10: Doing something that only you can, with Sue Hanley (Susan Hanley LLC)

    JAN 7

    Episode 10: Doing something that only you can, with Sue Hanley (Susan Hanley LLC)

    Susan Hanley, known as the “Queen of Intranets,” (by some of us!) is a renowned business analyst and information architect with a focus on intranets, knowledge management, and collaboration solutions. She has been recognized as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for her significant contributions to the Microsoft community many years running, and for helping companies improve organizational communication and collaboration with Microsoft 365 and SharePoint.  A sought-after speaker and author, Susan shares her expertise at conferences and through her writings, offering practical advice and best practices for building effective intranet and knowledge management solutions.  In the latest Knowledge Fika episode, Susan discusses the importance of a great network, personal knowledge management, and multi-media approaches to knowledge management, along with a few personal stories that showcase her unique fire and experience.

    30 min
  7. Episode 9: LIVE from KMWorld 2024 (Dawn & Rebecka)

    12/16/2024

    Episode 9: LIVE from KMWorld 2024 (Dawn & Rebecka)

    This is us, coming live to you from KMWorld, where we literally hi-jacked our own session to record a special episode for you. Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, or whatever occasion you may (or may not) be celebrating this year! Session: Fostering Knowledge Transfer: KM & AI (C203) We put together a few quick poll questions to gauge the audience a bit, then a few questions honing on the topic of the day: "tacit knowledge transfer - with or without AI". The specific topics that got the most votes was the one we started with. So, please consider this a short & sweet (15 min only) holiday bonus. From all of us, to all of you... Happy New Year and see you in 2025!!! Rebecka & Dawn

    15 min
  8. Episode 8: A KM Life Story, with Stan Garfield

    12/02/2024

    Episode 8: A KM Life Story, with Stan Garfield

    Stan Garfield is a globally renowned knowledge management expert, author, and speaker. With close to 30 years of experience, he has authored several influential books, including “Implementing a Successful KM Program” and “The Five Cs of KM.” Stan started doing KM long before there was such a thing as “Knowledge Management” and in this fika episode, which we recently recorded in person at KMWorld, Stan tells us his “Life story in KM”. And it is a riveting story! Stan is known for his engaging presentations and his role in fostering global knowledge-sharing communities, like the SIKM Leaders Community. He has been a key figure in promoting best practices in knowledge management, helping organizations innovate and collaborate effectively. At KMWorld 2024, he was awarded the KM Community Award, for his phenomenal engagement in keeping this Community alive, and thriving, for almost 20 years! Here is the link to the article, How AI can support KM processes, that Stan mentioned in our chat.

    26 min
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Swedish “fika” is a cherished tradition of enjoying coffee and pastries with friends, family or co-workers, creating a cozy and social atmosphere. It is not just about feeding the body but also our souls and brains, when we take mini-breaks throughout the day, to clear our minds and replenish. In this podcast we will sit down with interesting profiles from the global Knowledge Management community, for casual conversations about relevant KM-topics, over a virtual cup of coffee. And of course there will be a lot of talk about AI and AI-powered Knowledge solutions!

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  • Creator
    Rebecka Isaksson (KnowFlow Value); Dawn Brushammar (Sugarwork)
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Rebecka Isaksson (KnowFlow Value); Dawn Brushammar (Sugarwork)
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