"In this episode, we delve into the significance of business acumen within design teams.

We discuss nurturing curiosity, synchronizing learning objectives with business ambitions, and the influence of leadership in design. We also provide strategies for articulating value propositions and boosting problem-solving abilities. Join us for insights on how to augment your team's business acumen and attain heightened success.

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Links to further resources:

https://aquent.com/blog/design-leadership-is-vital-heres-how-to-explain-why?utm_source=aquent.com&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=AE_NA_blog

https://aaronhall.com/insights/understanding-employee-happiness-the-key-to-retention-and-success/#The_Impact_of_Employee_Happiness_on_Retention_Rates

https://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-to-matter/design-thinking-explained

https://makeiterate.com/ideos-desirability-viability-feasibility-framework-a-practical-guide/

https://aquent.com/blog/bring-in-new-perspectives-to-your-design-team?utm_source=aquent.com&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=AE_NA_blog

https://www.adobe.com/max/2023/sessions/na-all-ships-rise-how-vmware-brand-team-manages-a-s6152.html

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Learn more about Aquent's InsideOut Design Leadership Community: aquent.com/communities/inside-out"