Episode 19: Reviving our evolutionary superpower: why teams need cognitive balance

In this episode of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge explains the research behind the Theory of Complimentary Cognition, and how evolution formed humanity's unique ability to adapt to change through collaboration and cognitive diversity.

Lisa breaks down why our workplaces often miss out on the benefits on offer from this evolutionary superpower by prioritizing cognitive "fit" over "mix", resulting in teams that may be efficient but which lack resilience.

Drawing on research from Helen Taylor and her colleagues, she explores how organizations can proactively build cultures that attract and connect different cognitive styles to unlock innovation and long-term success in unpredictable conditions.

Learn how to shift from conformity to a cognitively diverse team culture that thrives in uncertainty and change.

 

I’m Dr Lisa Colledge, and I help ambitious leaders build future-ready teams they trust to deliver now and adapt to whatever’s next — driving engagement, performance, and enduring resilience.

Learn more about building Neuro-Inspired Teams that outpace, outperform, and outlast your competition.