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Defeating Workplace Friction w/ Huggy Rao The Brainy Business | Understanding the Psychology of Why People Buy | Behavioral Economics
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In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Huggy Rao, a distinguished professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, shares profound insights on the concept of workplace friction and its impact on organizational dynamics. Huggy's extensive research and expertise in organizational behavior and management bring a unique perspective to the discussion, emphasizing the critical role of leaders in managing workplace obstacles effectively. Throughout the episode, Huggy dissects the complexities of workplace friction, from the detrimental effects of time poverty on decision-making to the strategic implementation of good and bad obstacles in organizations.
His compelling anecdotes and practical examples underscore the need for leaders to navigate obstacles thoughtfully and promote a balanced approach to friction management. By delving into the nuances of adding and subtracting friction in decision-making and problem-solving contexts, Huggy provides invaluable guidance for managers and leaders seeking to optimize employee engagement and drive organizational success. This episode is a must-listen for managers and leaders in organizations looking to enhance decision-making processes, foster a culture of curiosity and generosity, and strategically manage workplace friction for improved performance and employee well-being.
In this episode:
Analyze workplace friction to identify and overcome organizational obstacles, enhancing team productivity and efficiency. Improve decision-making by understanding the impact of time poverty and implementing effective time management strategies for enhanced productivity. Recognize the importance of both good and bad obstacles in the workplace, and learn how to leverage them to foster growth and innovation within the organization. Implement proven strategies for reducing workplace friction, leading to a more harmonious and collaborative work environment. Foster creativity by embracing and managing constructive friction in the workplace, unlocking the full potential of your team's innovative capabilities. Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Introduction,
Dr. Huggy Rao introduces the concept of friction in organizations and its impact on decision making and productivity. Explains the difference between bad friction and good friction.
00:02:28 - Impact of Friction on Decision Making
Huggy discusses the impact of time poverty and the addition bias on decision making in organizations. Emphasizes the importance of removing bad obstacles and introducing good obstacles to improve productivity.
00:12:36 - Importance of Addressing Small Friction
Huggy shares the example of reducing a single mouse click for nurses in hospitals and its significant impact on saving time. Emphasizes the importance of addressing small friction to gain momentum for addressing larger issues.
00:14:15 - Mowing the Lawn in Organizations
Huggy discusses the concept of "mowing the lawn" in organizations, addressing small issues that are often overlooked. Shares examples of companies saving significant time by focusing on small friction and giving the gift of time back to employees.
00:16:05 - Introducing Good Friction
Huggy discusses the importance of introducing good friction to prevent bad friction in organizations. Shares a case study of AstraZeneca saving 2 million hours to give the gift of time back to employees, resulting in improved productivity and service.
00:16:59 - Adding and Subtracting Friction
Huggy discusses the importance of adding constraints to combat the tendency to constantly add. He shares examples of how adding friction can be beneficial in decision-making, creativity, and complex tasks.
00:17:46 - The Value of Good Friction
Huggy highlights the value of good friction in decision-making, creative work, and complex tasks. He emphasizes the need to add obstacles to slow down decisions and foster deliberation in certain situations.
00:19:22 - Friction Forensics
The concept of friction fo
In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Huggy Rao, a distinguished professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, shares profound insights on the concept of workplace friction and its impact on organizational dynamics. Huggy's extensive research and expertise in organizational behavior and management bring a unique perspective to the discussion, emphasizing the critical role of leaders in managing workplace obstacles effectively. Throughout the episode, Huggy dissects the complexities of workplace friction, from the detrimental effects of time poverty on decision-making to the strategic implementation of good and bad obstacles in organizations.
His compelling anecdotes and practical examples underscore the need for leaders to navigate obstacles thoughtfully and promote a balanced approach to friction management. By delving into the nuances of adding and subtracting friction in decision-making and problem-solving contexts, Huggy provides invaluable guidance for managers and leaders seeking to optimize employee engagement and drive organizational success. This episode is a must-listen for managers and leaders in organizations looking to enhance decision-making processes, foster a culture of curiosity and generosity, and strategically manage workplace friction for improved performance and employee well-being.
In this episode:
Analyze workplace friction to identify and overcome organizational obstacles, enhancing team productivity and efficiency. Improve decision-making by understanding the impact of time poverty and implementing effective time management strategies for enhanced productivity. Recognize the importance of both good and bad obstacles in the workplace, and learn how to leverage them to foster growth and innovation within the organization. Implement proven strategies for reducing workplace friction, leading to a more harmonious and collaborative work environment. Foster creativity by embracing and managing constructive friction in the workplace, unlocking the full potential of your team's innovative capabilities. Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Introduction,
Dr. Huggy Rao introduces the concept of friction in organizations and its impact on decision making and productivity. Explains the difference between bad friction and good friction.
00:02:28 - Impact of Friction on Decision Making
Huggy discusses the impact of time poverty and the addition bias on decision making in organizations. Emphasizes the importance of removing bad obstacles and introducing good obstacles to improve productivity.
00:12:36 - Importance of Addressing Small Friction
Huggy shares the example of reducing a single mouse click for nurses in hospitals and its significant impact on saving time. Emphasizes the importance of addressing small friction to gain momentum for addressing larger issues.
00:14:15 - Mowing the Lawn in Organizations
Huggy discusses the concept of "mowing the lawn" in organizations, addressing small issues that are often overlooked. Shares examples of companies saving significant time by focusing on small friction and giving the gift of time back to employees.
00:16:05 - Introducing Good Friction
Huggy discusses the importance of introducing good friction to prevent bad friction in organizations. Shares a case study of AstraZeneca saving 2 million hours to give the gift of time back to employees, resulting in improved productivity and service.
00:16:59 - Adding and Subtracting Friction
Huggy discusses the importance of adding constraints to combat the tendency to constantly add. He shares examples of how adding friction can be beneficial in decision-making, creativity, and complex tasks.
00:17:46 - The Value of Good Friction
Huggy highlights the value of good friction in decision-making, creative work, and complex tasks. He emphasizes the need to add obstacles to slow down decisions and foster deliberation in certain situations.
00:19:22 - Friction Forensics
The concept of friction fo
51 min