In this enlightening episode of Work Intelligence Lab by ManpowerGroup, hosts Karla Fletcher and John Juliz who dive deep into what productivity truly means in today's rapidly evolving work environment. Joined by Dean Carter, a renowned leader in innovative employee experience, the conversation explores the intersection of purpose, culture, and productivity. Dean shares invaluable insights from his transformative work at Patagonia, emphasizing the importance of leaving every interaction better and his journey to writing 'Employee Experience Design.' The discussion also touches on the critical role of AI, the importance of fostering a culture of trust, and the transformative power of risk-taking with purpose. Tune in to learn how to reimagine productivity, leverage data for people-centric strategies, and create a thriving workplace. 

Chapters 

00:00 Introduction 

02:52 Employee Experience Design 

04:59 Patagonia's Purpose Evolution 

06:09 Regenerative Agriculture and Culture 

13:33 AI and Workforce Dynamics 

18:51 Human-Centric Work Culture 

26:13 Knowledge Sharing and Workforce Dynamics 

27:13 The Role of AI in Creativity and Curiosity 

29:26 Human Elements in Productivity 

31:54 Innovative Approaches to Employee Engagement 

35:19 Measuring Energy Levels and Productivity 

38:14 Rethinking Compensation and Risk-Taking 

44:49 Purpose-Driven Leadership and Risk-Taking 

52:42 Conclusion and Upcoming Book