Leading Transformational Change with Tobias Sturesson

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We are passionate about helping leaders, HR, and ethics professionals build healthy cultures that enable mission success, a thriving workplace and responsible impact. Every other Thursday we post insightful and actionable conversations with leading thinkers, researchers, and practitioners on culture, values, ethics, and transformational change.

  1. 106. Restoring Broken Trust when the Stakes are High

    HACE 4 DÍAS

    106. Restoring Broken Trust when the Stakes are High

    Tobias Sturesson kicks off a new season of Leading Transformation Change with co-host Andreas Almlöf. Building on insights from his work with global leaders and his acclaimed book You Can Culture, Tobias unpacks the game-changing role of repairing trust inside organizations. Tune in to hear practical strategies for leaders navigating crises, high-pressure environments and everyday cultural tensions… at a time when AI, regulatory upheaval and shifting values are rewriting the rules of leadership. In this episode, we explore: (05:15) Navigating change with AI, values and DEI (11:19) Why trust is leadership’s most valuable capital (13:22) Accountability and cultural reform in leadership (17:58) How regret can drive real growth (20:45) Building customer trust through openness (23:02) How culture and design shape accountability (29:42) Why unaddressed issues create distrust (32:38) Steps to repair harm and rebuild trust (34:39) Owning responsibility through vulnerability Links mentioned: The Power of Trust – Book The Power of Regret – Book Listen to Daniel Pink: Unlocking the Power of Regret ‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

    38 min
  2. 105. Jen Gennai: The Quest for Responsible AI

    9 ABR

    105. Jen Gennai: The Quest for Responsible AI

    What does it really mean to build AI responsibly, at Google scale? In this episode, we sit down with Jen Gennai, the person Google turned to when it needed to build ethical AI from the ground up. Jen founded Google’s Responsible Innovation team and has spent her career at the intersection of trust, safety, and emerging tech. From advising world leaders on AI governance to navigating internal pushback, Jen opens up about what it actually takes to embed ethics into one of the fastest-moving industries on the planet. Tune in to this episode as we explore: The importance of early ethical considerations Trust as a core pillar of technology Navigating AI’s impact on fairness and discrimination The future of AI-human relationships Building AI literacy in organizations The intersection of regulation and innovation Links mentioned: Connect with Jen Gennai on LinkedIn T3 Website ‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

    1 h y 2 min
  3. 104. Alicia DeFreitas: Cultivating Diversity and Psychological Safety in a Global Organization

    13 MAR

    104. Alicia DeFreitas: Cultivating Diversity and Psychological Safety in a Global Organization

    What does it take to build a culture that not only survives but thrives across global teams? In this episode of Leading Transformational Change, host Tobias Sturesson sits down with Alicia DeFreitas, Global Head of People & Culture at BDO, to explore the key elements that make an organization’s culture truly flourish: respect, growth, and purpose. They dive into the challenges of aligning these values across diverse teams and discuss the ongoing journeys of diversity, equity, and psychological safety. Tune in to this episode as we explore: Unlocking the power of cultural diversity in HRScaling vision and purpose across global teamsCreating a culture of psychological safety that drives performanceTurning diverse perspectives into a competitive advantageAligning leadership actions with core organizational values for lasting impact Links mentioned: Connect with Alicia DeFreitas on LinkedIn BDO ‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

    45 min
  4. 103. Take Ownership and Action: Bob Langert and Jay Barney on Embracing Criticism and Taking Radical Action

    27 FEB

    103. Take Ownership and Action: Bob Langert and Jay Barney on Embracing Criticism and Taking Radical Action

    Bob Langert, former VP of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability at McDonald's, and Jay Barney, author of ‘The Secret of Culture Change’, join Tobias Sturesson to explore the nuanced journey of leading transformational change within an organisation. Drawing from decades of experience, Bob shares how McDonald's navigated criticism to embrace a proactive approach to social responsibility, while Jay highlights the significance of actions over words in fostering a true cultural shift.  Tune in to this episode as we explore: Navigating criticism and fostering partnerships Actions as the foundation for cultural change Embracing vulnerability to strengthen trust The journey from defensiveness to proactivity Trust and its impact on business success Inspiring change through leadership actions Building authentic stories from transformative practices Links mentioned: 101. Embrace Vulnerability: Insights from Ann Tenbrunsel and Lenny Wong on Avoiding Blind Spots and Navigating Human Fallibility ‘The Secret of Culture Change’ by Jay Barney ‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

    37 min
  5. 102. Bruno Roche: Responsible Business in a Time of Disruption

    14 FEB

    102. Bruno Roche: Responsible Business in a Time of Disruption

    Bruno Roche, former Chief Economist and Managing Director at Mars Corporation, is now leading efforts at ONEsociety, a foundation and consultancy aiming to drive systemic change in the impact economy. Bruno shares his expertise on navigating today's geopolitical landscape, technological advancements like AI, and the ethical frameworks that underpin sustainable societal progress. Discover how businesses and leaders can steer through unprecedented global changes with integrity and mutuality at the core. Tune in to this episode as we explore: The battle for AI control in society Maintaining equilibrium amidst global chaos The new relationship between economics and ethics Navigating corporate responsibility and values Mutual relationship vs. transactional thinking ‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

    54 min
  6. 101. Embrace Vulnerability: Insights from Ann Tenbrunsel and Lenny Wong on Avoiding Blind Spots and Navigating Human Fallibility

    30 ENE

    101. Embrace Vulnerability: Insights from Ann Tenbrunsel and Lenny Wong on Avoiding Blind Spots and Navigating Human Fallibility

    Today we hear from Ann Tenbrunsel, the David E. Gallo Professor of Business Ethics at the University of Notre Dame, and Lenny Wong, a retired research professor at the US Army War College. Explore how positive illusions about our ethicality lead to overlooked blind spots and understand the importance of embracing vulnerability for fostering trust and learning within corporate cultures. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand and navigate the ethical challenges in leadership and organisational behaviour. In this episode, we explore: The illusion of personal ethicality Embracing vulnerability to build trust Balancing high values with human flaws The impact of ethical blind spots Motivated blindness in decision-making The role of formal and informal systems Moving beyond moral licensing Links Mentioned: You Can Culture by Tobias Sturesson 025. Lenny Wong: Uncovering a Culture of Dishonesty 065. Ann Tenbrunsel: Are we as ethical as we think? Ann Tenbrunsel’s work Lenny Wong’s research works

    39 min
  7. 100. Klaus Moosmayer and Richard Bistrong: Countering Corporate Arrogance to Prevent Ethical Failures

    19/12/2024

    100. Klaus Moosmayer and Richard Bistrong: Countering Corporate Arrogance to Prevent Ethical Failures

    As we celebrate our 100th episode, we've invited Richard Bistrong, CEO of Front-Line Anti-Bribery and Klaus Moosmayer, Chief Ethics, Risk and Compliance Officer at Novartis, to dive into the essential role of humility in leadership. Together with host Tobias Sturesson, they explore how acknowledging imperfections, owning mistakes, and repairing trust can lead to significant positive shifts in organizational cultures. Tune in to this episode as we explore: The roots and virtues of humility Humility vs. corporate arrogance Balancing transparency and investor expectations Personal journeys to embracing humility Effective responses to corporate scandals The pitfalls of corporate forgetfulness Building a culture where ethics thrive ‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

    52 min
  8. 094. Tobias Sturesson: From Toxic Cult to Cultural Transformation

    17/12/2024

    094. Tobias Sturesson: From Toxic Cult to Cultural Transformation

    In this episode, our host, Tobias Sturesson, reads the introduction of his book You Can Culture, which delves into his personal experience of becoming complicit in a toxic culture. We hope it offers you a compelling and insightful introduction to the concept of the four transformative leadership habits the book explores. You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success, launches October 8, 2024. Read more on youcanculture.com, pre-order it on Amazon or wherever you get your books.

    26 min
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