Transforming Work Culture Through Playful Innovation with Chris Bent

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Play for Performance

Heartcast Media

13 episodes

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Join Jolynn Ledgerwood, certified LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® facilitator, on "Play for Performance," a podcast dedicated to transforming workplaces through play and creativity. Each episode features insightful conversations with professionals who integrate fun and innovative strategies to enhance leadership, communication, and team building. Discover how incorporating LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and other playful approaches can boost team performance, foster collaboration, and create a vibrant organizational culture. Whether you're a leader, manager, or team member, tune in to gain practical tips and inspiring stories that will elevate your workplace dynamics. Available on all major podcast platforms.

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Transforming Work Culture Through Playful Innovation with Chris Bent

Play for Performance

44 minutes

1 month ago

Transforming Work Culture Through Playful Innovation with Chris Bent

In this episode of Play for Performance, host Jolynn Ledgerwood engages with Chris Bent, the founder of Piccles—a collaborative drawing platform that fosters creativity and connection among professionals. Chris's path from mowing lawns for Pokémon cards to leading successful startups is marked by achievements like winning MIT’s Creative Arts and Hacking Health competitions. Throughout their discussion, Chris explores the origins of Piccles, the essential role of play and creativity in the workplace, and how collective artistic expression can enhance human connections in an AI-driven landscape. This conversation provides valuable insights for anyone looking to inspire their team’s creativity and incorporate playful dynamics into their work environment.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction
00:09 - Startup Experience Turns Disillusioning
06:17 - Customizable Creative Constraints Platform
08:07 - Creativity Through LEGO and Sharing
12:57 - Innovative Connections Last Forever
14:22 - AI's Impact on Future Jobs
19:36 - Balancing Love and Fear at Work
21:29 - "Instagram of Creativity"
24:59 - Prioritization Challenges in Startups
27:37 - Playful Innovation Drives Business Success
29:55 - Piccles Connect Kids in Isolation
33:50 - App Development Missteps and Lessons
39:26 - Energy and Well-being Strategies
41:16 - "Building Bonds Through Questions"
43:39 - Outro

Quotes:

“We’re human beings, not human to-do lists. When we embrace our creativity and play, we connect more deeply and truly come alive.”- Chris Bent

“When we create space for play, we invite people to show up as themselves—and that’s when real connection and creativity can flourish.”- Jolynn Ledgerwood

Key Takeaways:

Turning Play Into Professional Power
Constraints Unlock Creativity
Every Story Starts Small
Connection Through Drawing
Creativity is for Everyone
Facilitation Beats Perfection
Relationships Over Metrics
Navigating the Future of Work
Embrace Experimentation and Play
Personal Toolbox for a Better Life

Connect with Chris Bent

Website: Home | Piccles
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbent/

Call To Action: Sign up for a free Piccles account at Piccles

Connect with the Host:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jolynnledgerwood/
Website:LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Workshops

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