How a Playful Mindset Leads to Better Work: Cas Holman & Michelle Lee

Creative Confidence Podcast by IDEO U

Feb 4, 202650:48Business

Play isn’t the opposite of serious work. Iit’s a leadership mindset that helps teams stay curious, creative, and effective under pressure. In this episode of the Creative Confidence Podcast, host Mina Seetharaman is join...

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