In this episode of Product Chats, Shannon Lucas and Tracey Lovejoy, co-founders of Catalyst Constellations, join host Rebecca Kalogeris to discuss how organizations can harness the power of catalysts—those innovative individuals who see the potential for improvement and take action. Drawing from their backgrounds at Microsoft and Vodafone, Shannon and Tracey explore how to identify catalysts, support their development, and align them with your company’s goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding Catalysts: Learn how to identify catalysts within your organization—those who connect ideas and act to drive positive change.
- Overcoming Challenges: Discover strategies to help catalysts manage energy, avoid burnout, and navigate being perceived as disruptive.
- Supporting Catalysts: Explore how to align catalysts with organizational goals and provide them with the training and frameworks needed to thrive.
Guest Bio: Shannon Lucas and Tracey Lovejoy are the co-founders of Catalyst Constellations, an organization focused on helping catalysts succeed. With backgrounds in enterprise innovation and cultural anthropology, respectively, Shannon and Tracey have dedicated their careers to fostering innovation and leadership development within organizations.
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