Today, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Michael Watkins to our podcast channel, Business Talk. Dr. Watkins is a distinguished Professor of Leadership and Organizational Change at the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in Switzerland. For over two decades, he has guided leaders through critical transitions, helped them build effective teams, and supported their efforts to drive transformative change.

In today’s episode, Dr. Watkins will delve into insights from his acclaimed book, The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking: Leading Your Organization into the Future, exploring strategic thinking and leadership that drive organizations forward.

In 2023, Dr. Watkins was inducted into the Thinkers50 Management Hall of Fame in recognition of his invaluable contributions to management thought leadership. His best-selling book, The First 90 Days, is celebrated as the ultimate guide for leaders in transition, with over 1.5 million copies sold in 23 languages. Lauded by The Economist as "the onboarding bible," the book remains an essential resource for leaders worldwide.

Originally from Canada, Dr. Watkins has a unique educational background, having studied electrical engineering at the University of Waterloo, business and law at Western University, and earning his PhD in decision sciences from Harvard University.

This podcast is brought to you by Global Management Consultancy. For more information, please visit www.globalmanagementconsultancy.com.

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The Onboarding Bible Strategic Leadership Insights with Dr. Michael Watkins

A popular practitioner of the systemic approach to business, Jennifer van der Meer, founder of Reason Street, joins us on this episode to explore the intersection of business models, capital structures, and ecosystemic value creation.
Highlighting how “in business, the challenge is to move beyond the constraints of financial logic and design for broader, systemic impacts that prioritize the health of ecosystems, communities, and bioregions,” Jen challenges to think beyond the existing frames.
While tracing the evolution of business models through distinct eras, she reiterates her belief that business modeling is a creative process where new narratives need to be created that redefine how value is created and distributed.
It’s an eye-opening conversation and an important one to remember in an age when businesses are designed to merely meet investor expectations of financial returns rather than take a holistic approach.

Starting from Netscape’s IPO in the 1990s, Jennifer highlights the pivotal moments that shifted the focus from static business plans to the dynamic models of today.
As an Assistant Professor at Parsons School of Design and an advisor and consultant, Jen always advocates designing purpose-driven systems aligned with larger societal and ecosystemic goals. 
In the conversation, we touched upon multiple themes, such as the inheritance that financial logic projects on business models, how to look beyond financial capital (and the constraints making it difficult), and the new perspectives likely needed to start designing for a regenerative future. 
Tune in and join us as we stretch existing business model thinking frames.


Key Highlights
👉 Business models should be seen as dynamic, narrative-driven frameworks that evolve with societal and technological shifts rather than static plans.
👉 Designing for surplus rather than value capture allows organizations to prioritize contributions to ecosystems and communities over financial returns alone.
👉 Integrating multiple forms of capital—social, environmental, and intellectual—creates a more holistic business strategy.
👉 Platform cooperatives and alternative ownership structures demonstrate how shared value creation can reduce reliance on traditional financial logic.
👉 AI and blockchain technologies offer transformative opportunities, but their true potential lies in enabling community-driven innovation and operational efficiencies.
👉 Organizations must embrace bioregional learning ecosystems to address complex challenges and tailor strategies to their unique social, cultural, and ecological contexts.


Topics /chapters
(00:00)	Beyond Existing Business Model Frames - Intro
(00:44)	Introducing Jen 
(02:35)	Evolution of Business Models
(08:04)	Orientation into ages, frames, and types of Business Models
(18:01)	Capital Structures and it’s impact on Business Models
(21:40)	Beyond Financial Capital and Measuring Investments
(26:25)	Impact of Digital Public Infrastructures
(28:46)	New Business Approaches and Key Innovations
(34:15)	Driving Other Forms of Capital
(39:44)	Speeding the adoption rate of concious business models
(43:43)	Bringing Diversity in Systems of Value
(48:42)	Breadcrumbs and Suggestions

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Episode recorded on Oct 23, 2024 


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The Boundaryless Conversation Podcast: Season 6

#109 - Beyond Existing Business Model Frames with Jen van der Meer

We are thrilled to have Prof. Daniel Trabucchi and Prof. Tommaso Buganza from the School of Management at Politecnico di Milano join us today. In this episode, they share valuable insights from their innovation-driven book, Platform Thinking: Read the Past. Write the Future.

Platform Thinking is the ability to center platform-based mechanisms in digital business transformations. From Uber to Airbnb, platforms have reshaped millions of lives, yet their true potential often goes unrecognized. This episode demystifies platform ecosystems, offering a step-by-step guide to creating value through platform models. Backed by a decade of research, the faculty members provide practical tools and a clear framework for driving digital transformation, making it essential for anyone curious about the power of platforms.

Please join me in warmly welcoming Prof. Daniel Trabucchi and Prof. Tommaso Buganza to our podcast.

This podcast is brought to you by Global Management Consultancy. For more information, please visit www.globalmanagementconsultancy.com.

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A. The background music used in this video is the property of its respective developer and is protected by Copyright. Although it is a free version, Business Talk, Global Management Consultancy and Deepak Bhatt do not hold the rights to this music.

B. Prof. Daniel Trabucchi & Prof. Tommaso Buganza has granted permission to share insights from their book, “Platform Thinking: Read the past. Write the future”, on Business Talk Podcast Channel. The uploaded video contains copyrighted material; therefore, any modifications to graphics, music, or the presence of the author or host are strictly prohibited.

Revolutionizing Innovation: Prof. Daniel Trabucchi & Prof. Tommaso Buganza on Platform Thinking

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Unlock the secret to business success in today's fast-paced world: Adaptability! 🚀 This episode dives deep into why being adaptable is crucial for any business, whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out.  We explore real-life examples of companies like Netflix and Blockbuster to illustrate the power of pivoting and the dangers of resistance to change.  Plus, we share actionable tips on how to cultivate adaptability within your own business, from embracing change to fostering a flexible culture.  Tune in to learn how to not just survive, but thrive in the ever-evolving business landscape!

Unlocking Success: Adaptability in Business Example

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Explore the evolving world of digital entrepreneurship as Randall Randy Konsker shares insights on innovation, technology, and business growth, inspiring future entrepreneurs to embrace change and succeed in the digital economy. Visit here: https://about.me/randallrandykonskerus


Randall Randy Konsker Talks About The Future of Digital Entrepreneurship

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Welcome to Business Talk, your go-to podcast for the latest trends, insights, and thought-provoking discussions in the business world. Whether you're a business professional, entrepreneur, researcher, or academic, our episodes will challenge you to rethink conventional wisdom and inspire actionable ideas.

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Boundaryless helps global customers with Business Strategy and Organization Design for the age of Ecosystems.
We do it by creating openly accessible frameworks and by supporting a community of organizations, institutions, and individuals through workshops, training, and consulting services. 

In this space we host all our audio recordings, including the Boundaryless Conversations podcast, a show focused on exploring the future of large scale organising by leveraging on technology, network effects and shaping narratives. We explore how platforms can help us play with a world in turmoil, change, and transformation: a world that is at the same time more interconnected and interdependent than ever but also more conflictual and rivalrous. 

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