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Digital Transformation TalksEnterprise Adoption of Digital TransformationTips on how to promote enterprise adoption of digital transformation from three digital transformation experts. Ema Roloff, Shawn Acheampong, and Carl Reid discuss strategy, tips, and how to prioritize projects. RESOURCES & LINKS ➞ Your Ultimate Guide to Digital Transformation - https://bit.ly/3hYSDsa ➞ Subscribe to our Blog - https://go.naviant.com/blog-subscribe2023-02-2426 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastSomeone has to be FIRST, an Interview with Jennifer BernardOur very special guest today is Jennifer Bernard.Jennifer Bernard is a Certified Fund-Raising Executive that has held senior leadership positions within a variety of world-class organizations across the charitable and not-for-profit landscape, helping them achieve outstanding financial results and impacting communities nationwide.In December 2020, Jennifer was recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada and presented with the Inclusion Vanguard Award by the Women’s Executive Network. This award recognizes an individual, regardless of their gender identity, who has made a profound, thoughtful and measurable impact on diversity within their organization and...2022-05-0542 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastYour Personal Board of DirectorsOur very special guest today is Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta.Yvonne is a Change Management Strategist, Advisor, and Change Leadership Advocate, with over 20 years of experience helping executives, professionals, and organizations navigate through change in today’s fast-paced and disruptive environment. She is passionate about helping professionals and organizations lead and respond to change better & faster. She has worked with organizations such as RBC, TD, Deloitte, Loblaws, and JP Morgan Chase to lead and manage their Strategic, Technology and Change Initiatives. She is the founder of The Change Leadership, a series of events and communities, focused on...2022-04-1252 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastMaybe They Will Notice My Potential, An Interview with Ken TomitaI think a great way to introduce Ken is to read a direct quote from Grovemade‘s website. “The seeds were planted a decade ago by pure chance when I moved my custom furniture business into a humble workshop backing up to the railroad tracks. Across the street, in a run-down home, we called the “Fight Club House” lived enthusiastic entrepreneur Joe Mansfield. He was somehow running a very successful laser engraving and digital art business out of a spare bedroom. We soon became friends and would often throw a football around in the street—endlessly tossing creative ide...2022-03-2452 minAs-Is To-Be PodcastRelationship = Relating at the same levelAn interview with Bruno LindiaBruno is the President and Founder of Dream Reach Achieve. In addition he has a wealth of experience in 'professional people expert '. He has personally interviewed over 150k professionals. He currently produces video series that promotes your story and your brand. He has amassed a wealth of experience and priceless insights that he brings to your screen through discussions of life and business. He is also established a hall of fame coaching program that helps build personal and professional relationships. Bruno has been supporting executives in their journey to be extraordinary...2022-02-1140 minAs-Is To-Be PodcastThe Multi-Layer Customer. An interview with Larry LeungLarry is the Founder and Chief Experience Officer of Transformidy, a consulting agency focusing on customer experience strategy, research, and design for travel and retail industry clients. Additionally, Larry is a conference speaker, educator, board member, and media contributor.⌚️Time Stamps:0:00 Sneak Peak1:01 Intro2:31 Welcome Larry Leung!3:55 What was your journey with customer experience?7:20 How will automation re-invent established companies?12:28 What trends have you been tracking?19:19 How has COVID shifted your approach?29:40 How can we follow you?32:27 OutroHosts:Shawn Acheampong, CEO Tumii TransformationsCarl...2022-01-2832 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastGive People Permission to Speak Truth to Your LifeAn Interview with John DalyJohn grew up in the Green Mountain State of Vermont and somehow ended up in St. Louis (he says he took a wrong turn in Cleveland). His career began researching for unexploded ordinance and chemical weapons on formerly used defense sites (it was a booming business) and then he moved on to the National Archives and Records Administration. He spent about five years with Boeing and the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District. He's passionate about showcasing how Information Governance can improve organizational effectiveness and creating process improvements. In his spare time, he s...2022-01-1436 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastThere is a Blueprint Written Inside You an Interview with Kevin KellyKevin Ervin Kelley is an architect and the co-founder of Shook Kelley, which has offices in Charlotte and Los Angeles. Shook Kelley is a strategy and design firm that studies how the environment affects behavior. The firm's client list includes well-known brands such as Harley-Davidson, Whole Foods, Kraft, Coca-Cola, Smucker, NFL football teams, the Cleveland Orchestra, and more. Kevin taught for many years at the University of North Carolina and Harvard University. He is based in the Los Angeles office and has expanded the practice into studying how consumers make other major lifestyle decisions, such as w...2021-12-1147 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastCommerce Meets Creativity, Interview with Paul SyngPaul Syng is a Creative Director and designer focused on sales who has helped win over $1 Billion in business. He runs his own brand and design agency in India (worked on airlines, sports teams, hotels, clothing) and has been awarded top 30 under 30 by Hindustan Times (National paper), written for GQ, and orchestrated and co-founded music festivals! Currently, he lives in Toronto and loves to ride his bike!⌚️Time Stamps:0:00 Sneak Peak2:00 Intro: Paul Syng4:02 What sparked your artistic interest?12:52 How does curiosity lead to success?16:32 How do you get clients?23:11 What secre...2021-11-1235 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastWant to Reach More? Teach More!Want to Reach More? Teach More! An interview with Chris Do.Chris Do is the founder of two 7 figure businesses. The first of which is Blind, an Emmy award-winning motion design studio that he ran for over 2 decades. Then in 2014, at the age of 42, he reluctantly made his first YouTube video, which altered the trajectory of his life and career. A few years later he started The Futur, which is a beloved education company with millions of fans from all over the world. Now he has dedicated his life to the mission of teaching 1 billion people...2021-10-2941 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastWe are more than LipstickWe are more than Lipstick, an interview with the "larger than life" Dorothy Rhau. Social Entrepreneur and Stand Up Comedian.Born in Montreal and of Haitian origin, Dorothy Rhau became known as the first black female French stand-up comedian in Quebec and Canada.In December 2016, she assembled a team and created in 2018, Audace au Féminin (Feminine Boldness) a non-profit organization that presents annually the Salon International De La Femme Noire (International Black Women's Expo), a new social entrepreneurship project. Since the first edition in 2018, the fair has continued with the vision of making Montreal th...2021-10-0844 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastDo I Keep Going or Pivot?In this episode, Marshall Fox shares his inspirational journey to becoming his own boss. Beginning in door-to-door sales, to designing a logo for free, to coaching freelancers in graphics design, Marshall shows us that with a strong drive and the right mindset, you can be successful in your career and as a person.Marshall is a graphic designer, content creator and CEO of 120 Design Studio, LLC, a boutique design firm that specializes in helping authors, speakers, coaches and solopreneurs in two areas where they consistently tend to fall short: branding and online presence. His keen sense of d...2021-09-1621 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastSomething Greater for Me Out ThereSomething Greater for me out thereIn this episode, Chris shares his personal journey which at one point took him all the way to London! He explains his love for creating a culture and reminds the audience of the importance to be themselves, regardless of what others may say. Overall, Chris' experience is something that anyone can profit from.Based out of Toronto, Chris Wilson is currently the Director of Programming + Brand Partnerships for The Drake Hotel Properties and has previously worked in London, UK as the Talent Booker and Music PR for Ace Hotel...2021-09-0334 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastDoing Something Different Now for your TomorrowIn this interview, Dion D. Lewis shares his inspirational journey beginning in the southside of Chicago, and eventually leading him to become a YouTuber and a Web Developer. Dion explains that anyone can come from anywhere and code, regardless of their background. Dion himself is living proof of that and motivation to all that hear his story.Dion is a self taught Full Stack Web Developer and Founder of Code Pioneers. Personally I've been a long time subscriber and fan to his youtube channel and have learned a bunch of insights around developer tools, platform installations and ev...2021-08-2127 minAs-Is To-Be Podcast100lb Transformational JourneyIn this interview, Sanjay Padhiar shares his transformational weight-loss journey and how it translated into success in the business world. Sanjay also explains that not only himself, but all people should transform themselves into the best version possible. Be sure to watch until the end to hear Sanjay's extremely inspirational story.BIO:Sanjay is a small business consultant who is an expert at analytics and operations. He works in corporate as customer experience and business strategy manager. He has his own brand called. Be motivated "BMOTV8D" that helps people feel better about themselves. And...2021-08-0726 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastThe 4 Pillars of a Transformational Practitioner-II (Live Event)The 4 Pillars of a Transformational Practitioner-II (Live Event) A new for us…our very first live AsIs ToBe podcast with Shawn 🏆 Acheampong and I. This is a part II conversation , an interview with Desi Narayanan Narayanan where he shares his transformational journey and his very own process by which he assists others to transform as well.Desi is the inventor of a unique framework for business transformation that accelerates the flow of organizational breakthroughs. Using this methodology, and grounded in his early training in Lean, Desi founded Building Perspective Inc. in 2006, a Canada based consulting compan...2021-07-2336 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastThe 4 Pillars of a Transformational PractitionerThe 4 Pillars of a Transformational Practitioner. An interview with Desi Narayanan.In this interview, Desi Narayanan explains his transformation journey and his very own process by which he assists others to transform as well. He points out that all people innately long for happiness and showcases his method on how to attain it.Desi is the inventor of a unique framework for business transformation that accelerates the flow of organizational breakthroughs. Using this methodology, and grounded in his early training in Lean, Desi founded Building Perspective Inc. in 2006, a Canada based consulting company with a p...2021-07-1623 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastHeights of great "companies" reached and kept...through InnovationAn interview with Kwesi Redwood: Kwesi quotes “The heights by great men reached and kept were not attained by sudden flight but they while their companions slept, were toiling upward in the night." And how he uses this quote or "teachable lesson" on why continuous innovation is critical to strategic planning. Kwesi shares why we should credit Encylopedia Briticanaica as the original storage of information and reminds us how Sears Canada was considered the original Google and innovative for its time. Further, he lists several teachable lessons on why continuous innovation is key for even the most accomplished companies to ma...2021-07-0229 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastA non-linear path to career successAn interview with Patricia S. Gatlin, where she shares career tips and how to get noticed by recruiters, her own non-linear career journey and personal projects that she manages like Black LinkedIn and Newbiesintech.Patricia, whose primary role is a coordinator at a medical school in the department of curriculum and student affairs. When she is not doing that she is also a Diversity & Inclusion Talent Sourcing Specialist recruiting STEM professionals at John Hopkins University. Where her primary goal is to get more Black and Indigenous people to teach students in the STEM field. ⌚️Time Stamp2021-06-1126 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastHow to promote Enterprise Adoption of Digital Transformation ~ Part IIThis is part 2 of a 2 part series on how to promote enterprise adoption of digital transformation from three digital transformation experts. Ema Roloff, Shawn Acheampong, and Carl Reid discuss strategy, tips, and how to prioritize projects.“Today we have a discussion with Emma Roloff who is a senior sales executive with Naviant. She is also a Co-Host of the Third Thursday series an existing online podcast. Over the course of her 10+ year career, she has amassed a wealth of experience as a trainer, speaker, and digital transformation ambassador.⌚️Time Stamp00:00 Update00:05 Sneak...2021-06-0425 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastHow to promote Enterprise Adoption of Digital Transformation ~ Part IThis is part 1 of a 2 part series on Tips on how to promote enterprise adoption of digital transformation from three digital transformation experts. Ema Roloff, Shawn Acheampong, and Carl Reid discuss strategy, tips, and how to prioritize projects.00:00 Guest Intro - Shawn Acheampong & Carl Reid02:40 Why an Adoption Strategy is Critical for Success07:52 20-Minute Digital Transformation Workouts13:01 Other Digital Transformation Adoption Tips 18:39 Triage Processes to Prioritize Projects26:13 More Talks Like ThisLearn how to manage your transformation journey. Listen to hosts Shawn Acheampong and Carl Reid as 2 Digital Transformation Specialists w...2021-06-0226 min
As-Is To-Be Podcast"If you can help why not" a guiding principle for any entrepreneur journey.An interview with Karim Blair, the owner and operator of AB Logistics. Former IT Director in the non-profit sector who discusses his transformational journey to becoming an entrepreneur and launching his own logistic company. Karim quotes a phrase given to him by his mother "If you can help why not" a guiding principle that leads to his entrepreneurial transformational journey. Karim also shares an analogy on how this journey is similar to diving in a pool and then learning how to swim. He illustrates the difficulty of moving from the shallow end to the deep end, keeping your...2021-05-2526 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastJordan Uytterhagen's take on "It's a Digital World. Are you part of it?"An interview with Jordan Uytterhagen who is the Managing Director, Cadence Solutions.In this podcast, Jordan speaks to the drivers that all organizations need to consider in this digital world. What has significantly changed in the workforce in comparison to pre vs. post-pandemic? Also, what digital drivers will influence financial sector processes and even every business hiring practices. Jordan Uytterhagen, Cadence Solutions is definitely part of it and more so leading a digital world. ⌚️Time Stamp00:00 Sneak Peak00:32 Introduction01:30 Jordan's Background02:37 Creation of Cadence Solutions04:23 Pre and Post Pandemic06:42 New Norms09:49...2021-05-0718 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastWhy Digital Transformation Projects FailsToday we review why digital transformation projects fail and what lessons learned we gained from our own involvement. And surprise surprise, not all failures are related to digital technology issues as there are multiple factors (people, process, product) to consider in any complex initiative. We also share tools, tricks, and tips to course correct and help you deliver a successful digital transformation project.⌚️Time Stamp00:00 - Sneak Peak00:43 - DT project failures01:55 - Lack of People Support 03:20 - Lack of Preparation06:45 - Lack of Data Transformation08:33 - Lack of Clean Data10...2021-04-2319 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastKyle Robinson, Lessons Learned as a Transformational LeaderAn interview with Kyle Robinson who is a Director for Facilities Operations, Sustainability and Support Services at The Hospital for Sick Children. Today Kyle describes how emotional leadership is required to lead Transformational change during a crisis. He also shares how his style of leadership includes being prepared to accept and pivot when faced with the unknown unknowns. And he illustrates how to accept the unexpected without panic by subscribing to the philosophy “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunities.” He goes into details on how innovation can be discovered in what was considered a bad situatio...2021-04-1018 min
As-Is To-Be Podcast5 Common Traits of a Champion.What does Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and Kobe Bryant have in common? Today we’re going to answer the question from one of our commentators. In a previous podcast, we discussed how transformation needs to be led by a champion. Then the natural question is..."What is an example of a champion?" So we asked a few individuals, on what they see as common traits of a champion. As a result of the feedback, we came up with the 5 Cs or traits that are common in champions who are responsible to lead transformational change.And...2021-04-0219 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastMukhtar Kadiri on Successfully navigating through career TransitionsAn interview with Mukhtar Kadiri. “Today we have a discussions with Mukhtar Kadiri who is a Snr Technology leader, a lecturer, a true visionary in cloud computing and the founder of WorkTipsPro. He previously managed projects in the energy sector (Texas, Dubai) and Transitioned to the healthcare sector in Canada. Mukhtar answers questions like "how he transitioned into multiple locations, roles, responsibilities and sectors throughout his career. Why he started his Youtube channel WorkTipsPro https://youtube.com/c/WorkTipsPro. And as a bonus, he also share his latest WorkTips not yet published on his channel that we...2021-03-2622 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastThe absolutely best way to begin your Digital Transformation journeyTransformation begins with a desire to change the current state to an ideal future state. But you may discover starting a transformation project feels like “building a bridge while walking across to get to the other side”. Depending on how broad the problem is, comprehension of how to solve it and of course the budget allowance these components can dictate how you begin your Digital Transformation journey.⌚️Time Stamp00:00 - Sneak Peak: 00:41 - Where to Begin your DT journey02:35 - Develop a Strategy 04:09 - Simplistic Stated Strategy 05:00 - Prioritize Solutions07:30 - Schedule MVP...2021-03-1221 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastJonathan Rhau on How to become Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable.An interview with Jonathan Rhau.“Today we have a discussions with Jonathan Rhau who is a Network Professional, a Technology Enthusiast and a Life Long Learner. His objective is to grow and expand his knowledge on his three main skills: Voice, Network and Software. Jonathan answers questions like "how he got into his role?"; "What was his most impactful experiences?" and "What tactics he leans on to manage difficult challenges?" He offers advise on how he was able to get "comfortable with being uncomfortable", embrace his fear for new opportunities and how his mind is open...2021-02-2633 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastWhy NOW is the ideal TIME to try something NEW.Upon reflection of 2020, a common cliche comes to mind... "Time waits for no one." In this episode, we review 4 reasons why now is the IDEAL TIME to try something NEW.We also cover, what personal challenges we had to manage in 2020. And share how "something new" will have a positive impact for 2021 and beyond. ⌚️Time Stamp0:00 - Sneak Peak01:05 - Intro: Try something new. 01:45 - Life Lesson: Managing your time during the day02:16 - Something New: Power Yoga04:15 - Life Lessons: Maintain some normalcy05:36 - Something New: Launch Podcast, Youtube...2021-02-1016 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastDigital Transformation 2020, Year of the Ask Me AnythingPeople have been asking or interested to know how we transformed our selves in this time of so much change. And as we are about to say goodbye to 2020 we thought to share one last podcast to reflect on the year and answer questions that we’ve been getting from the DT community. The 2020 year of the AMA. ⌚️Time Stamp00:00 - Sneak Peak: 01:00 - 2020 Reflection, AMA 02:18 - How did you become a consultant? 02:50 - Record Information Management 04:41 - Digitize Healthcare Sector 05:20 - Blessed to have Mentors07:35 - Biggest learning gained in 2020?2021-01-2920 min
As-Is To-Be Podcast7 Skills every Specialist needs to solve the most difficult Digital TransformationsWhen the only tool you own is a hammer, every problem begins to resemble a nail ~ Abraham Maslow" There are alot of tools in one's toolkit but a process engineer doesn't solely rely their tools and templates to resolve a problem. Rather, they should depends on multiple skillsets to implement an ideal digital transformation solution. Here are 7 skills every process engineer needs to resolve your most difficult Digital Transformation initiatives.⌚️Time Stamp00:00 - Sneak Peak: 01:32 - 7 Skills01:43 - 1. Empathy 03:00 - 2. Communication 04:20 - 3. Curiosity08:00 - 4. Collaboration10:30 - 5. Innovation12:30 - 6. Facil...2021-01-2617 min
As-Is To-Be PodcastHere is how to best define Digital TransformationThere are many definitions of digital transformation. But we discuss what does Digital Transformation mean to us from our unique perspective. And 10 simple ways on how to best define Digital Transformation.⌚️Time Stamp00:00 - Sneak Peak: “What does DT mean to you?”00:40 - Traditional definition of DT01:00 - DT is Cyclical 02:29 - DT is Change 03:44 - DT is “Changing from Within”06:05 - DT is “Champion a Change”07:30 - DT is “Making All or Nothing Decisions”09:25 - DT is “Not Blinking on Decisions” 10:13 - DT is “Celebrating Long Term Benefits” 12:10 - DT i...2021-01-2615 minAs-Is To-Be Podcast3 Golden Questions to ask before your next Transformational JourneyBefore spending money or putting ideas into action with your digital transformation, be sure to ask these golden questions.00:00 - As-Is To-Be greetings02:08 - 3 Golden Questions02:39 - 1. What will happen if we don't transform?05:10 - 2. Who will lead the charge?08:50 - 3. What is the measure of success?15:06 - Recap of the 3 golden questions15:50 - Ask others to comment2 Digital Transformation Specialists who have implemented 'change' in Health Care, Retail, Grocery, Banking, Energy, Government and much more have come together to share their expertise in this new series; "As-Is To-Be"2021-01-2516 min
As-Is To-Be Podcast3 Trends you need to drive the best Digital Transformation outcomesAs we go through this pandemic, most companies WANT to and NEED to pivot by designing a positive Digital Transformation (DT) change. But what are the most common trends that we should consider as we design our "ACCELERATED" DT solutions. We think these 3 trends will lead to the best and most positive CX outcomes . ⌚️Timestamps:00:00 - Sneak Peak00:19 - As-Is To-Be Intro01:37 - DT Trends topic intro02:00 - 1. Customer Experience (Value Added)05:28 - 2. Employee Experience (Enhancements) 10:00 - 3. Customer / User Experience (Delighters)13:55 - Trend Take-away "DT BEGETS more DT"15:57 - As-Is...2021-01-2517 min
As-Is To-Be Podcast3 DIY Digital Transformation that are achievable right nowIs it time for your company to digitally transform? Ain’t got the budget but you have the time? It's time to DIY your Digital Transformations.⌚️Timestamps:00:00 - As-Is To-Be Intro00:21 - DIY DX topic intro01:03 - 1. Checklist Manifesto03:21 - 2. 5S10:55 - 3. Kanban15:48 - As-Is To-Be Outro2 Digital Transformation Specialists who have implemented 'change' in Health Care, Retail, Grocery, Banking, Energy, Government and much more have come together to share their expertise in this new series; "As-Is To-Be"CEO - Tumii Transformations: Shawn Acheamponghttps://www.youtub...2021-01-2516 min