Effortless stakeholder management, The case against collaborating with sharp elbows, and career fulfillment w/ Justin Dauer @ Anomaly by Design EP 109

On #wayofproduct this week, we're sitting down with Justin Dauer, the mind behind Anomaly by Design and "In Fulfillment: The Designer's Journey." He's here to share his thoughts on making work meaningful and creatively fulfilling.Here's what we're unpacking:⭐ Why sometimes stopping is the best way to move forward⭐ The Swedish 'Feca' and the art of slowing down⭐ How leaders can create workplaces where everyone thrives⭐ What 'practice spotting' is and how it can guide your career⭐ The role of narratives in the workplace and their impact on your day-to-dayThere's more to the story, so tune in!Subscribe and listen to The Way of Product on...🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot/id1442980948?mt=2&uo=4🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7dy9vYUPNj3dH9lKAVDheV🎧 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy81ODQxMTc0L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz🎧 Audible - https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/9ed01fe7-2dbd-4eb6-a114-12ed367e371fHow to tune in for the new releases:📺  Watch the podcast clips - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBZL31DoAT7vW2vbYkeXhw📲 Watch Episode Clips on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@caden.damiano?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc📲 Watch Episode Clips on X - https://twitter.com/Caden_Damiano📸 Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/caden.damiano/Meet Justin Dauer:Justin is the guy who's rethinking how we approach work. At Anomaly by Design, he's helping teams find the sweet spot between creativity and fulfillment. He's not just talking the talk; his book and his work with CVS Health have shown he's all about making work matter.Anomaly by Design's motto? Finding fulfillment in your work is crucial, and Justin's here to show you why.Check out the full conversation on YouTube and find out where you can follow Justin's journey.#RealTalk#MindfulWork#CreativeJourney#WayOfProduct#LifeByDesignConnect with Justin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pseudoroom/Buy “In Fulfillment: A Designers Journey”: https://www.in-fulfillment.com/CHAPTERS00:28 Justin's Journey and Career Background03:09 Discussion on Justin's Book and Personal Fulfillment03:37 Brief Interruption and Personal Anecdotes04:15 Deep Dive into Personal Values and Career Evolution05:25 Exploring the Concept of Fulfillment in Design05:38 The Transition from Individual Output to Team Output10:05 The Importance of Humility and Growth in Design11:23 The Role of Storytelling in Understanding Personal Values20:31 The Power of the Blank Canvas and the Value of Challenge23:18 Practice Spotting: A Tool for Understanding Personal Narratives30:51 The Importance of Authenticity and Empathy in the Workplace33:06 The Power of Empathy in Productivity33:40 The Impact of Empathy on Office Dynamics34:07 The Role of Fulfillment in Work Culture34:39 Understanding Adversarial Relationships in the Workplace35:25 The Consequences of Pushing Agendas in Meetings36:39 The Importance of Active Listening and Empathy in Problem Solving36:59 The Power of Storytelling in Building Confidence37:57 The Impact of Empathy on Work Environment38:37 The Consequences of Avoiding Deeper Understanding in the Workplace39:08 The Importance of Evolving in the Workplace41:07 The Role of Leaders in Fostering Fulfillment42:17 The Importance of Slowing Down and Pausing with Intent42:45 The Influence of Swedish Work Culture on Productivity43:46 The Power of Connection in the Workplace56:48 The Importance of Prioritizing Fulfillment in Work This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.wayofproduct.com