From Bees to Boardrooms: Lessons in Group Intelligence with Siobhan McHale

John sits down with Siobhan McHale, a renowned expert in workforce transformation and author of "The Hive Mind at Work," to discuss her groundbreaking insights on group intelligence (GQ) and its crucial role in organizational change. Drawing from her extensive experience, including a seven-year initiative at ANZ Bank, Siobhan explains how leaders can harness group dynamics for rapid, meaningful change, challenging the myth that cultural transformation always takes years. She offers practical strategies for reframing roles and intervening in complex human ecosystems, emphasizing the importance of GQ over IQ and EQ in today's complex work environments. Siobhan shares the nine laws of group dynamics, methods for identifying and rewiring organizational patterns, and strategies for hiring and developing high-GQ leaders, providing invaluable insights for both seasoned executives and emerging leaders looking to create more agile, productive workplaces in an era of constant change.