Awaken the design leader within you / Sarah Clearwater / Episode #175
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Is design facing a leadership crisis? If you\\u2019re nodding in agreement, you\\u2019re not alone.
\\nAs service design professionals, we know the power of our craft to create meaningful change. Yet, we often struggle to find the support necessary that allows us to have a long-lasting impact. And when those around us in leadership roles fail to advocate for the value of design, progress stagnates, and burnout becomes all too common.
\\nBut here\\u2019s the good news.
\\nYou can lead the change today, regardless of your job title or position. So, how do you start leading in an authentic way that aligns with your values and the realities of business?
\\nOur latest guest, Sarah Clearwater, interviewed design leaders to find out. She shares her insights in this week\'s episode with us.
\\nIf you want to grow the impact design has on your organization and are tired of waiting for others to pick up the torch, tune in to this conversation!
\\nYes, taking on a leadership role can be daunting. But what\\u2019s the alternative\\u2026
\\nKeep pushing for positive change!
\\n- Marc
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\\n00:00 Welcome to episode 175
\\n05:15 Who is Sarah
\\n06:45 Lightning Round
\\n09:00 What is Design Leadership
\\n10:15 What is the status quo
\\n14:15 Practice vs functional leadership
\\n17:45 How did we get here
\\n21:00 Being context-aware
\\n25:00 The lightbulb moment
\\n26:30 Reflection is a key practice
\\n31:15 Limiting biases
\\n33:00 How does leadership manifest
\\n35:30 When the interplay breaks down
\\n36:30 Maturing beyond the craft
\\n40:15 Go where the energy is
\\n43:00 Setting boundaries
\\n46:30 Growing in increments
\\n47:15 Understanding our position
\\n49:15 The quality of our stories
\\n53:30 You have the potential to lead
\\n56:00 The absence of leadership
\\n58:30 Direction rather than a destination
\\n59:30 Why not start today
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- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclearwater/ \\n
- https://go.servicedesignshow.com/design_leadership_report \\n
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