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Overview of the podcast
Florin Rosoga lives in Romania and conducts interviews with entrepreneurs and top performers. He also interviewed Michiel in 2020, one of our co-founders. The focus of the interview was “How to remain relevant in a changing environment.”
We talked about:
- Empathy in business: what is it and why is it important?
- How can empathy improve business and personal life?
- Design Thinking: the bridge between business and empathy,
- The process of the innovation method,
- Empathy in business in a human approach.
Listen to the podcast episode here:
Understanding the importance of empathy for business
Empathy in business refers to the ability to understand and share the feelings, perspectives, and experiences of others, leading to better communication, collaboration, and decision-making. By embracing empathy, organizations can better understand the needs and expectations of their customers, employees, and stakeholders and create solutions that meet those needs. In the podcast, Michiel Bloemendaal explains how empathy is crucial for companies to remain relevant in a changing environment. By incorporating empathy into their culture, companies can foster stronger relationships, improve teamwork, and ultimately drive innovation and growth.
The importance of organizational culture in a changing world
Organizational culture plays an essential role in helping companies navigate an ever-changing environment. By promoting a culture that emphasizes empathy, innovation, and adaptability, organizations can respond more effectively to external challenges and remain competitive in the marketplace. A strong organizational culture also helps attract and retain top talent, which is essential for driving innovation and maintaining a competitive advantage. In the interview, Michiel emphasizes the importance of empathy in business and the role it plays in the Design Thinking process, which serves as a bridge between business objectives and people-centered solutions. By integrating empathy into their culture, organizations can lay a more resilient and innovative foundation that enables them to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.