Trust and credibility aren’t just nice-to-haves in Organizational Development - they’re foundational. In this episode of Unboxing OD, we briefly explore how OD practitioners can build influence without formal authority, create psychological safety within teams, and turn resistance into opportunity.

Through the story of Devon, a new internal OD specialist navigating the difference between permission and trust, we uncover what it really takes to earn leadership buy-in and foster meaningful change.

Whether you’re just stepping into the OD space or leading major initiatives without a formal title, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and real-world application for the moments that matter most.

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What does a typical day look like for an Organizational Development (OD) practitioner? The short answer: there’s no such thing as typical.

In this episode of Unboxing OD, we walk through the real-world responsibilities of OD professionals - how we move from deep diagnosis to intentional intervention, build strategic trust with leadership, navigate complex political dynamics, and make tough prioritization calls when everything feels urgent.

Through the story of Liana, a fictional but deeply relatable OD consultant, we explore what it really means to do this work with clarity, compassion, and impact. From facilitating unexpected conflict to guiding leadership through culture change, Liana’s day captures the human heart of OD: showing up with purpose, listening well, and moving the system - one conversation at a time.

This episode is for anyone doing OD work, considering the field, or trying to better understand what makes this role so critical in today’s organizations.

If your team is facing change or complexity, Pearson & Pearson LLC offers project-based consulting that meets you where you are - and helps you move forward with confidence. And for those looking to deepen their practice, stay tuned for The Flow of Five Tiers, a forthcoming book that explores the foundational elements shaping organizational life.

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What if the key to better leadership ... is better followership?

In this episode of Unboxing OD, we’re flipping the script and turning our attention to a concept that’s often overlooked but absolutely essential - followership. We’ll explore what followership really is (and what it’s not), how it plays a vital role in organizational success, and why developing this skill is just as important as leadership itself.

You’ll hear the story of Camden and Elise - two professionals navigating a shift in roles, power, and trust - and how their ability to move between leading and following created a stronger, more adaptable team. We’ll also unpack how OD practitioners can help individuals and organizations cultivate followership as a core capability, and why influence doesn’t require a title.

Whether you see yourself as a leader, a follower, or something in between—this episode will challenge you to rethink how leadership really works and how we all contribute to the flow of organizational life.

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