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January 2024

The Human Side of Innovation

Topics: EQ skills

About the Episode 

In a rapidly evolving technology landscape, discover how emotional intelligence (EQ) can unlock the path to innovation success.

Join host Sara in this special episode as she interviews David Lynch, Group Chief Technology Officer at bolttech, and Rich Hua, Worldwide Head of EPIC Leadership at AWS. Together, they explore the critical role of empathy, purpose, inspiration, and connection in driving innovation.

Hear about the remarkable journey of bolttech, a global insurtech shaping the future of insurance, and learn how transformative forces have propelled their success. Gain valuable insights into how leaders can cultivate a culture of psychological safety, leverage failure for learning and growth, and effectively balance short-term gains with long-term objectives.

Tune in for an enlightening discussion that could reshape your perspective on what it takes to thrive and succeed in the ongoing pursuit of tech-driven innovation.

Guest speakers

David Lynch

A portrait of a middle-aged man wearing a white shirt, posed indoors with a neutral expression. Group Chief Technology Officer at bolttech

Rich Hua

Portrait photograph of an Asian man smiling, wearing a dark striped shirt, against a black background. Wordlwide Head of EPIC Leadership at AWS

Highlights

Highlights

00:00 - Episode Introduction
01:18 - Overview of bolttech
02:26 - Transformational Challenges at bolttech
05:25 - Working with the EPIC Program
10:15 - Workshop on Emotional Intelligence

12:30 - Lessons on Change and Transformation
18:44 - Creating Vision and Building Resilience
22:08 - Reframing Failure as Learning
27:43 - Future Plans for bolttech
29:39 - Advice for Undertaking a Transformation

Read the transcript »
Don't underestimate the impact of the small things you do as a leader. I know at different points in my journey, I've been astonished and very humbled by some of the things that people remember and the impact those things have on people that at the time may seem very, very small. And it's not always about the vision and the drive. It's about being human when the time calls for it.

David Lynch

Listen to the interview on the AWS Innovation Ambassadors podcast

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