March 19, 2021

Episode 3 - Look for the shining eyes

43 minutes

Co-founders Na’eem Ahmed and Lara Mott talk to the hugely charismatic and inspiring Gerard Harkin – Head of Innovation at Roche Diagnostics – about all things innovation and keeping the passion alive.

What’s the worst thing that can happen? That’s the attitude Gerard believes we all need to embrace when we think about problem solving. We all make mistakes and sometimes sticking your neck out is the only way to implement change. Find out:

Why innovation isn’t just about tech

How to embrace change at scale

Why experimentation and not fearing failure need to be in a company’s DNA

How igniting a passion for potential should run from top to bottom

Why you need to question your assumptions and back up everything with evidence

How giving everyone permission to try things out is game-changing

Why hierarchy can impede organisations

Whether seniority of role should be the deciding factor in who leads

And where diversity and inclusion fits into the picture

Fundamentally, it’s about giving everyone permission to try new things but also about highlighting the successes. Keeping your teams’ eyes shining with a real love of possibility is crucial. It’s a cultural thing.

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