Summary:

In this episode of Building Thinkers, I sit down with Tom Goulooze to discuss the power of intentional experience design and how it’s reshaping the way we approach meaningful moments at work and beyond. 

Tom shares his unique journey from agile coaching to creating his freelance business,Tomfoolery, where he specializes in crafting transformative experiences for teams and organizations. We dive into the need to rethink traditional team-building practices and corporate rituals, and how focusing on human connection can lead to real, lasting change.

Tom challenges the conventional approach to solving problems by encouraging us to look at the root causes rather than relying on quick fixes. 

We also explore how "broken soundtracks" and limiting beliefs can hold back innovation, and how shifting mindsets can unlock new potential. This episode is all about reimagining how we create impact in the workplace, whether it’s through a meeting, a team-building event, or even a company ritual. 

If you're someone looking to innovate and challenge the status quo in experience design, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how you connect with others and create authentic, impactful moments. Tune in for fresh ideas and practical advice on designing experiences that prioritize people and purpose over outdated methods.

Key Takeaways:

The importance of focusing on feelings before diving into experience design.

Rethinking how traditional team-building activities could be reshaped for deeper connection and purpose.

Recognizing how limiting beliefs might be impacting your team’s growth.

Learn how shifting mindsets could open new doors for team collaboration and innovation.

Small, thoughtful changes could have a big impact, without resorting to one-size-fits-all solutions.

Resources Mentioned:

The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker

The Power of Moments by Dan & Chip Heath

The Book of Symbols by Ami Ronnberg

Connect with Tom:

Website: tomfoolery.co

https://www.kaospilot.dk/product/experience-design-offline-training/  

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomgoulooze/

More About Building Thinkers: 

I'm your host, Tracy Clark, and this is where potential becomes reality through deliberate curiosity, reflection, practice, and play. The Building Thinkers podcast is based on the realization that there's exponential potential in the things we build.

And so, in my little corner of the internet and podcasting land, I want to take my 12 favorite problems, these are my constant curiosities, and I want to go deeper. I want to build thinkers. This is a community of multi-potentialites who may be disoriented by all the possibilities of success we envision but haven't yet achieved.

If any of that sounds like you, come listen in. Welcome to the Building Thinkers podcast.