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Transparency won’t save you. We’ve been sold the idea that trust is built by putting everything out in the open. But what if trust isn’t about visibility—it’s about consistency? Adam Grant & Rachel Botsman unpacked this beautifully: ? Trust isn’t about certainty—it’s about confidence in the unknown. ? Reliability beats charisma. People trust those who show up and follow through. ? Secrecy isn’t the enemy of trust. Deception is. High-trust cultures aren’t the ones where people agree all the time. They’re the ones where people know they can handle the truth. If trust fuels innovation, what are we really designing for? Transparency—or reliability? This episode of Worklife has been inspiring our co-learning community this week H/T: Barbara Patchen for the share! ?? Listen in: https://lnkd.in/eVUfcQHi hashtag #Trust hashtag #Innovation hashtag #CultureDesign hashtag #BreakoutThinking hashtag #Stoked

Innovation thrives where well-being and creativity intersect. ? Our CEO, Anna Love, recently facilitated a powerful session with Hyatt's Wellbeing Collective Advisory Board, where brilliant minds—including Juliet Funt—came together to push the boundaries of what’s possible for the future of travel and hospitality. When well-being is at the core, every touchpoint—from how we gather to how we recharge—becomes an opportunity for transformation. Huge gratitude to Juliet and the entire board for leading the way. We’re honored to be part of shaping experiences that move beyond the expected and into the extraordinary. #CultureInnovation #BreakoutInnovation #WellbeingAtWork

Creativity vs. Efficiency: A False Choice? We dropped a video breaking down how Polarity Mapping helps teams balance creativity and efficiency. Now, let’s put it into practice. Swipe through the carousel to see: → Why this tension matters → Signs you’re leaning too far in either direction → How to rebalance for innovation that actually works The best teams don’t choose between creativity and efficiency—they design systems that support both. Where does your team lean? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear your perspective. This wisdom comes to us from Jeffrey Rogers and the crew at radical? #Innovation #PolarityMapping #Leadership #DesignThinking #CreativityVsEfficiency

Creativity vs. Efficiency: A False Choice? ?? Creativity fuels bold ideas. ? Efficiency gets things done. At Stoked, we bias toward creativity—but we know the risks: Too much? Endless brainstorming, no execution. Too little? Safe ideas, no breakthroughs. Polarity Mapping helps us balance both—so we can innovate without getting stuck in chaos or rigidity. Check out the video ?? and drop a comment: Where does your team lean? #Innovation #PolarityMapping #Leadership #CreativityVsEfficiency

Visibility is not just recognition. It is a system. Most companies treat visibility as a leadership habit. It is more significant than that. Visibility is a design choice that shapes how information moves, how influence is distributed, and how teams take risks. When done well, it fuels collaboration and speed. When done poorly, it creates silos, blind spots, and invisible labor. Rebecca Knight’s latest piece in Harvard Business Review breaks this down: How to Make Your Team’s Work More Visible https://lnkd.in/drsrZ5uJ A few takeaways: ? Visibility should be structural, not situational. Rituals help, but teams need systems that make contributions legible in real time. ? Exposure is a design choice. If leadership access is not intentional, influence stays in the same circles. ? Visibility shapes risk-taking. When work leads to opportunity, people take bigger swings. When it goes unseen, they play small. At Stoked, we help teams prototype ways of working where visibility fuels capacity, speed, and impact. Because what teams cannot see, they cannot build upon. How is your team designing for visibility? #CultureByDesign #BreakoutInnovation #Leadership #FutureOfWork

Great Teams Swing Together The best creative teams don’t just chase ideas; they amplify each other’s strengths until something bigger than any one person emerges. Late last year, Stoked team member Josh Ruff wrote a piece for Paint and Pipette that still resonates today. Drawing from The Boys in the Boat, he explores how elite rowing teams unlock their full power:?not by competing within the boat, but by adjusting, syncing, and selflessly amplifying the rhythm of their teammates. Great brainstorms work the same way. When teams build on each other’s energy, adapt to different contribution styles, and create space for every voice, ideas flow faster, stronger, and with more impact. That’s swing—the creative state where teams move as one. At Stoked, we help teams find their rhythm through our Culture Labs—designing experiences that unlock creative flow, strengthen collaboration, and build the kind of culture where innovation thrives. Ready to create a culture of creativity and innovation in your team? Let’s make it happen: https://lnkd.in/ebyfGVEq Read Josh’s full article here: https://lnkd.in/gX7RZU6Q #Innovation #Creativity #Teamwork #CultureLabs #FindYourSwing #GetStoked

New Chapter. New Possibilities. Our Collective is powered by game-changers; visionaries who don’t just navigate chaos but pilot through it. Today, we’re celebrating Sloane Scott, a longtime collaborator and now the force behind her new shop as she launches her new site. From pioneering brand deals at age 13 to driving over 29 venture capital exits and IPOs, she’s always been ahead of the curve. But her real superpower? Helping founders reframe their marketing and operations to fuel both momentum and revenue. Her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless impact. And now, she’s here to help you write your next chapter. Check out her new site and get ready to build what’s next: https://www.sloane-co.com/ #StokedCollective #RevOps #NewChapters #ForHire

Our leadership playbook is expired. Time to Rewrite It. Take it from Gen Z. Contrary to popular belief, they aren’t disengaging; they’re demanding better leadership. The old leadership playbook—hierarchies, rigid structures, and “pay-your-dues” mindsets—is out. What’s in? Leaders who build trust, invite creativity, and unlock possibility. We just kicked off our first Emerging Leaders Lab of the year, and one thing is clear: leadership isn’t about status. It’s about design. The best leaders don’t just respond to change—they design for it. —?They design cultures that fuel momentum. —?They design teams that break silos. —?They design environments where bold thinking thrives. At Stoked, we see leadership as a design challenge. That’s why our Leadership Labs help leaders: —?Lead with energy, not just expertise —?Prototype new ways of working that unlock engagement —?Spark innovation by activating the full creative potential of their teams The future of leadership isn’t about holding power. It’s about creating it—in others. If that’s the kind of leadership you’re building, let’s talk. #Leadership #Innovation #FutureOfWork #DesignLeadership #GetStoked https://lnkd.in/evRnP_uh

Toxic workplaces are killing us. According to Stanford GSB professor Jeffrey Pfeffer, the workplace may be the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S.—over three times the number of fatalities from car accidents in 2020. And if we’re honest, not much has changed since then. At Stoked, we don’t just talk about innovation; we humanize work. We awaken the human spirit at work—unlocking courageous leaders, connected teams, and products that move people. Because breakout innovation isn’t just about efficiency or output. It’s about breaking the status quo that extracts value at the cost of well-being. This is how we do it: Culture Labs – Building hope, connection, and belonging at work. Leadership Labs – Unlocking bold, human-centered leadership. Innovation Labs – Designing better ways to work, create, and thrive. It’s time to design something better. Visit www.stokedproject.com to join us in assembling the future of work. #BreakoutInnovation #HumanizeWork #Leadership #Innovation

Small shifts, big impact. Most leaders don’t mean to stifle innovation; but it happens in subtle ways. A raised eyebrow. A skeptical “hmm.” The silent moment before moving on. But here’s the good news: Innovation isn’t about having the best ideas. It’s about making space for them. At Stoked, we help leaders show up differently. This simple mindset shift is just one of many we use in our Leadership Labs, where we equip leaders with the tools to foster creativity, collaboration, and breakthrough thinking. Try this in your next brainstorm: Instead of asking, “What do I think of this idea?” ask, “What does this idea make me think of?” That small tweak, repeated over time, builds creative resilience, which fuels more ideas, more iteration, and ultimately, more innovation. If you’re serious about shaping a leadership culture that unlocks bold thinking, let’s talk. #LeadershipLabs #InnovationCulture #Leadership #BreakthroughThinking #GetStoked