Thinkers360 - Thought Leader Interviews

OCTOBER 15, 2022

In this edition, we speak with Adora Nwodo , Software Engineer at Microsoft. Adora is a Software Engineer currently building Mixed Reality on the Cloud at Microsoft. Thinkers360: Tell us a bit about your background and areas of expertise AN: I am a Software Engineer currently building Mixed Reality on the Cloud.

Software Engineering 52

Software Engineering Software Leadership Video 52

Tullio Siragusa

JULY 24, 2023

The Detriments of a Command-and-Control Culture and the Power of Design Thinking In the competitive landscape of modern business, the approach we take to leadership can make or break an organization. Employees become mere executors of orders, leading to a lack of engagement and motivation.

Design Thinking 108

Design Thinking Culture Design Underperforming Technical Team 108

Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Well, statements like this at the very moment of acquisition, always are designed to catch our attention, I mean why else do we have a thriving M&A for businesses than not to claim the inherent sense of the takeover or merger is going to be paved with bold intentions? Personal agenda’s get pushed, IT viewpoints are far to narrow.

Software Review 189

Software Review Software Technical Review Design 189

Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 6, 2023

Creating a Unified Future with Design Thinking: How to Align Sales and Marketing After M&A Post-merger and acquisition integration can be a complex and challenging process. In contrast, Design Thinking takes a collaborative and iterative approach that involves empathy, experimentation, and continuous improvement.

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Design Thinking Design Marketing How To 117

Business and Tech

MARCH 21, 2022

Elizabeth Baumel, software engineering lead at Unity, and Gracie Arenas Strittmatter, technical art director at EA Sports, discuss how women and those in other marginalized groups are advocating for themselves in the gaming industry. Elizabeth Baumel Software Engineering Lead, Unity. It gets boring.

Software Engineering 130

Software Engineering Industry Software Groups 130

Tullio Siragusa

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Transforming Your Business with Bottom-Up Management: The Design Thinking Way In the ever-evolving landscape of modern business, a significant shift is occurring from traditional top-down management to a more inclusive and innovative strategy: bottom-up management. Benefits This approach leads to increased engagement and motivation.

Design Thinking 62

Design Thinking Design Management Agile 62

Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 22, 2022

Gain Better User Adoption the Design Thinking Way. Companies should always consider the design of user adoption as a primary part of their entire product life cycle. What Is Design Thinking? Design Thinking assists organizations in creating value for people. Multiple methodologies move forward the Design Thinking process.

Design Thinking 62

Design Thinking Design Underperforming Technical Team Idea Generation 62

Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 15, 2022

Recession Proof Your Business the Design Thinking Way. With some strategic Design Thinking methodologies, you can protect your business from falling apart and improve it so you can grow. What Is Design Thinking? Design Thinking assists organizations in creating value for people.

Design Thinking 62

Design Thinking Design Underperforming Technical Team Idea Generation 62

Tullio Siragusa

JULY 10, 2023

Leveraging Design Thinking for IT-Business Alignment in Prioritizing Mission-Critical Needs In the 21st-century business world, the role of IT has transitioned from a support function to a strategic driver of business success. The Power of Design Thinking Design Thinking provides a beacon of hope to bridge this IT-business gap.

Design Thinking 62

Design Thinking Design Fractional CTO Ideation 62

Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Design Thinking for Startup Sales Success: A Step-by-Step Guide. By following these steps, you can create a successful sales environment that will help your start-up grow, but you can go deeper and truly differentiate yourself by applying Design Thinking to key steps to help your startup thrive.

Design Thinking 62

Design Thinking Design Brainstorming Culture 62

Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Design Thinking in Education: Shaping Creative Minds for the Future In a world characterized by rapid changes and complex challenges, the traditional education model, which primarily focuses on the dissemination of knowledge, is increasingly proving to be insufficient.

Design Thinking 48

Design Thinking Design Creativity Collaboration 48

Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

While many other entrepreneurs might have focused solely on technology or profit, Antar saw an opportunity to create something new — a platform that could both empower artists and engage fans in a more meaningful way. People no longer want to engage with companies that prioritize profit at all costs.

Leadership 93

Leadership Disruption Industry Technology 93

Tullio Siragusa

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

It’s a more profound reflection of its core, influencing its product quality, pricing, employee relations, and customer engagement. Design Thinking: Sculpting Business Personality A business’s personality is like an iceberg. Understanding Business Personality The personality of a business isn’t merely about its brand image.

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Design Thinking Tips Design Training 118

Your Ideas are Terrible

OCTOBER 16, 2016

You want top designers, developers, content marketers, and product managers with 3-5 years of experience. These are the skills your team needs to engage customers and get problem insights. For this you’ll need writers and designers. Experienced content marketers and designers are among the hardest tech positions to fill.

LEAN 96

LEAN Software Engineering Innovation Design 96

Tullio Siragusa

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

While these committees cover everything from accounting to risk management, one important area is often overlooked — leadership accountability tied to employee satisfaction and engagement. Employees find themselves in distress, which ultimately diminishes productivity and engagement.

Leadership 117

Leadership Underperforming Technical Team Engagement Software Review 117

Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

For example, they can create bespoke campaigns that are designed to meet a client’s specific objectives, rather than relying on generic, one-size-fits-all solutions. This includes the development of targeted campaigns and the use of social media platforms to reach and engage with audiences. Click Here Blog Subscrition Here Email*

Artificial Inteligence 118

Artificial Inteligence Company Competition Trends 118

Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 13, 2023

Encourage Continuous Learning Sales and marketing leaders can elevate their consciousness by encouraging their teams to engage in continuous learning. Leaders can set aside time and resources for team members to engage in continuous learning, which will not only benefit the individual but also the team and the company.

Marketing 115

Marketing Culture Training Team Building 115

Tullio Siragusa

JANUARY 30, 2023

A great leader understands the needs and motivations of their team members and can create a culture of accountability and engagement. Vision and Strategy A great leader must have a clear and compelling vision for the future of their organization, and a well-designed strategy for achieving it. Click Here Blog Subscrition Here Email*

Underperforming Technical Team 116

Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Design Thinking Design 116

Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 1, 2022

The Tech Backstage Podcast is a live streamed video podcast that goes behind the scenes with today’s leaders of industry to learn what technologies are solving business problems, and how Design Thinking applied to the future of technology is impacting the world. The building of trust leads to engagement and purchases.

Data 118

Data Technical Review Marketing Design Thinking 118

Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 27, 2023

Leaders with high emotional intelligence are more likely to inspire, motivate, and engage their team members. To develop empathy, practice active listening and engage in conversations with genuine curiosity. Enhancing Leadership Skills Strong leadership is crucial for success in the digital age.

Tips 114

Tips Leadership Engagement Exercises 114

Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 3, 2023

Engage in Lifelong Learning Commit to lifelong learning by actively seeking out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills. Set Achievable Learning Goals Identify specific areas in which you’d like to improve and set clear, achievable learning goals. Break down your goals into smaller steps and track your progress.

Learning 118

Learning Trends Collaboration Engagement 118

Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Maintain eye contact, nod in agreement, and use other positive gestures to show that you’re engaged in the conversation. Make sure to use positive non-verbal cues, such as nodding or smiling, to convey that you’re engaged and interested in the conversation. Empathy: Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

Tips 118

Tips Leadership Meeting Examples 118

Tullio Siragusa

JULY 31, 2023

Some may yearn for the days when they were a Client Partner, directly interacting with clients, solving problems, and engaging in the hands-on work they loved. These risks can be mitigated through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and continued support and engagement throughout the transition.

Guidelines 118

Guidelines Leadership Examples Culture 118

Open Innovation EU

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Collaborative engineering: a term mainly used in conventional manufacturing and production industry, with a focus on collaboration between two or more partners in the full process of design, engineering and manufacturing with multidisciplinary teams and supply chain integration. Route 10: Co-design. Route 6: Co-learning.

Open Innovation 85

Open Innovation Crowdsourcing Innovation Collaboration 85

Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 25, 2024

At the heart of this transformative approach are innovative leaders who are rethinking business models, engaging stakeholders, and driving change towards more sustainable practices. Educate and Engage Employees: Foster an understanding of the circular economy’s benefits and engage employees in ideation and implementation.

Leadership 62

Leadership Policies Culture Collaboration 62

Tullio Siragusa

MAY 20, 2024

Grounded in people, purpose, and pragmatism, these leaders often embrace Design Thinking, solving problems by focusing on human needs. Builds trust and engagement by addressing emotional and psychological needs. Innovations are designed for long-term impact and broad adoption. Relational and emotionally intelligent.

ChatGPT 62

ChatGPT Leadership Comparison Design Thinking 62

Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 8, 2024

Empathetic AI, or emotional AI, represents a frontier in technology where machines are designed to perceive, learn from, and respond to human emotions. Predictive Engagement: By understanding emotional cues, AI can anticipate customer needs and address them proactively, improving customer loyalty and satisfaction.

Artificial Inteligence 48

Artificial Inteligence Technology Guidelines Design 48

Tullio Siragusa

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Generative AI can analyze data on what type of content is most likely to engage a particular audience, and then generate new and unique content that is specifically tailored to them. This level of personalization can be a powerful tool for building trust with clients and increasing the chances of closing a sale. Click Here.

Generative AI 71

Generative AI Case Study Design Thinking Artificial Inteligence 71

Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

By actively engaging in the change process and supporting your team and leadership, you can build a strong reputation as a reliable and effective team member. The Impact of Being a Team Player During Times of Change Being a team player during times of change can be a powerful way to demonstrate your value as an employee and leader.

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Change Strategy Strategy How To 122

Qmarkets

JULY 8, 2017

These are questions we at Qmarkets were forced to address when designing our platform. On one end of the spectrum, voting can increase your employees’ engagement and involvement in the innovation management process. On the engagement side, the Innovation Manager can accurately measure user engagement.

Innovation Management 40

Innovation Management Management Software Engineering Software Review 40

Qmarkets

APRIL 24, 2017

These are questions we at Qmarkets were forced to address when designing our platform. On one end of the spectrum, voting can increase your employees’ engagement and involvement in the innovation management process. On the engagement side, the Innovation Manager can accurately measure user engagement.

Innovation Management 40

Innovation Management Management Software Engineering Software Review 40

Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 10, 2023

Generative AI in Business Processes: Enhancing Content Creation, Customer Service, and Product Design Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize business processes by automating content creation, improving customer service, and enhancing product design.

Generative AI 62

Generative AI Artificial Inteligence Guidelines Design 62

Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

This can help to foster a more collaborative and inclusive work environment, which can in turn lead to greater engagement and commitment from team members and stakeholders. By being open to listening to and considering different perspectives, a CEO can show that they are approachable and willing to listen to the ideas and concerns of others.

Culture 98

Culture Collaboration Leadership Learning 98

Tullio Siragusa

JULY 3, 2023

When clients believe you genuinely understand and care about their concerns, they’re more likely to engage with you, leading to more productive conversations and successful deals. As a B2B salesperson, storytelling can help you take complex concepts and present them in a way that’s engaging, memorable, and easy to understand.

Software Review 62

Software Review Software Technical Review Examples 62

Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Cognitive accessibility isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a recognition that we all process information differently, and tools and systems should be designed to support that diversity. When teams are given the space to work in ways that align with their cognitive strengths, their engagement and productivity skyrocket.

Competition 62

Competition Technical Review Software Review Study 62

Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 10, 2024

Engage in Continuous Learning: Stay informed about the latest technological advancements and the ethical debates surrounding them. Collaborate and Engage with Stakeholders: Work with a broad range of stakeholders, including employees, customers, and regulators, to understand diverse perspectives and values.

Leadership 62

Leadership Technology Artificial Inteligence Culture 62

Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 17, 2023

Our focus lies in enabling success for enterprise companies from strategy and design, through development, testing, and implementation, ensuring seamless collaboration and delivery of high-quality solutions tailored to your organization’s unique needs. It is also essential to involve stakeholders in the decision-making process.

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Strategy Strategy Roadmap Artificial Inteligence 62