Curiosity as a Catalyst: How to Lead with Intent in Evolving Organizations with John Deverill

Описание: In this episode of the Org Design Podcast, host Tim Brewer and guest cohost Rory Mustan sit down with John Deverill—former British Army lieutenant colonel, ex-GE Healthcare leader, and current NHS change-maker.

John shares how the disciplines of military leadership translate into organizational agility, what healthcare can learn from the battlefield, and why most organizations evolve by accident rather than intentional design.

From rethinking strategy as “what you actually do,” to building coalitions of the willing, to balancing tradition with innovation, John delivers a masterclass on leading through uncertainty. Whether you’re running a hospital, a corporation, or a fast-growing team, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, strategy, and organizational resilience.

00:00 Welcome to the Org Design Podcast
00:26 Introduction of John Deverill
01:00 John’s journey into org design
01:50 Experience in the British Army
03:30 Transitioning to management consultancy
04:30 Moving into healthcare
05:54 Importance of redesign in healthcare
07:15 Discussion on leadership
08:45 Characteristics of effective leaders
10:30 Symptoms of reactive org design
12:00 Importance of external input in org design
13:30 The need for curiosity in organizations
15:00 The role of technology in healthcare
16:30 Outsourcing org design considerations
18:00 Practical tips for leaders
19:50 Conclusion and contact information

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