Cultivating Living Organisations with Paul Lambert

In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Paul Lambert, author of 'Alive', discussing the concept of living organizations and their importance in today's corporate landscape. 

Paul shares his personal journey, insights on leadership, and the characteristics that define a living organisation. He emphasises the need for purpose, trust, and adaptability within organizations, drawing on real-world examples, including Barack Obama's campaign, to illustrate how living organisations can thrive. 

The conversation highlights the challenges and benefits of adopting a living organization mindset, ultimately advocating for a more human-centric approach to leadership and organisational culture.

Takeaways

• Paul Lambert emphasizes the importance of purpose in organisations.
• Living organizations are defined by their adaptability and human-centric approach.
• Trust is a fundamental element for effective teamwork.
• Organizations should be viewed as living systems rather than machines.
• Barack Obama's campaign exemplifies a successful living organisation model.
• The average lifespan of organizations is decreasing, highlighting the need for change.
• Leadership should be plural, involving collaboration and shared goals.
• Effective teams require a mix of trust, diversity, and effective ways of working.
• Living organisations can lead to better employee well-being and productivity.
• The concept of living organisations can be applied across various industries.

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