Transforming Organizational Culture with Phillip Meade, Ph.D.

Join Executive Director Rich Douglas on the Human Capital Lab podcast as he delves into the transformative power of organizational culture with Dr. Phillip Meade. Dr. Mead, co-owner and COO at Gallaher Edge, shares his extensive experience, including leading NASA's cultural overhaul following the Columbia shuttle disaster. Discover insights into developing a high-performing company culture based on maturity, diversity, community, and unity.

Learn how these elements provide a competitive edge and foster long-term success in any organization. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on driving impactful change in human capital management.

00:00 Introduction to the Human Capital Lab Podcast

00:26 Meet Dr. Phillip Meade: A Journey in Organizational Culture

00:48 The Columbia Shuttle Disaster: A Defining Moment

03:43 Understanding Organizational Culture and Its Challenges

10:49 Groupthink and Identity in NASA's Culture

15:26 Post-Disaster Changes at NASA

18:09 Promoting Open Communication and Psychological Safety

20:55 The Missing Links: Documenting Organizational Culture

22:29 Exploring Organizational Culture

22:51 The Four Traits of Successful Organizations

23:10 Fostering Maturity in the Workplace

25:19 The Importance of Diversity

26:30 Building Community in a Virtual World

30:47 Achieving Unity in Organizations

31:41 Long-term Cultural Change at NASA

34:28 The Role of Gallaher Edge

35:04 The Power of Culture in Business

41:40 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Connect with the Guest, Phillip Meade;

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philliptmeade/
• Website: http://gallaheredge.com
• Purchase The Missing Links: Launching a High Performing Company Culture: https://www.amazon.com/Missing-Links-Launching-Performing-Company/dp/1637350880

Connect with Human Capital Lab;

• Host: Rich Douglas
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-douglas-92b71b52/
• Human Captial Lab Links
• Website: https://humancapitallab.org/
• Interested in Being a Guest? https://humancapitallab.org/podcast/