July 22, 2024

Edufuturists #251 Transform Culture & Strategy with Jonny Wathen

47 minutes

In this episode of the Edufuturists podcast, Ben and Steve interview Johnny Wathen from TransforMATive about digital transformation in the education sector. We discuss the meaning of digital transformation and its importance in creating value for individuals and organisations. We also explore the current state of digital transformation in the education sector, with some organisations still in the early stages of digitisation while others are embracing digital leadership and maturity.

The conversation touches on the need for collaboration and sharing of ideas in the sector, as well as the role of visionary leaders in driving digital transformation. The importance of clarity, vision, accountability, and autonomy in navigating preferences and opinions in organisations is also highlighted.

The conversation explores the need for digital leadership in the education sector and the challenges of implementing digital transformation. It emphasises the importance of collaboration, agility, and adaptability in the face of rapid technological advancements.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:09 Understanding Digital Transformation in the Education Sector

06:58 The Current State of Digital Transformation in Education

09:46 The Importance of Collaboration and Sharing in Education

13:22 The Role of Visionary Leaders in Driving Digital Transformation

16:28 Navigating Preferences and Opinions in Organisations

24:29 The Importance of Digital Leadership in Education

28:14 Collaboration, Agility, and Adaptability in the Digital Age

35:10 Inspiring and Developing Leaders through the TransforMATive Leadership Programme

39:21 Technology Augmentation and the Culture of Innovation

41:51 Skills for the Future Workforce