Leaders are burning out — not because they’re weak, but because the way they’ve been taught to think is broken.

In this episode of Scale Smart Grow Fast, Harley Green sits down with Dr. Andre Walton — organizational psychologist, innovation expert, and international bestselling author — to unpack why creativity is no longer optional for leaders and how the right thinking framework can transform burnout into resilience.

Drawing on neuroscience, fMRI research, and decades of work with organizations like Virgin Group, NASA, Lloyds Bank, and the Smithsonian, Dr. Walton introduces spherical thinking — a powerful way to balance analytical rigor with creative insight.

You’ll learn:

• Why burnout is really a lack of perceived options, not just workload

• How over-reliance on AI can quietly reduce critical thinking

• The neurological link between creativity, emotional intelligence, and resilience

• How to use AI as a thought partner, not a replacement for thinking

• Simple daily habits leaders can use to rewire their brain for innovation

If you’re a founder, executive, or people leader navigating complexity, stress, or rapid change, this conversation will fundamentally change how you think — and how you lead.

📘 Creative Thinking: A Coach’s Perspective by Dr. Andre Walton📩 Connect: [email protected]

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