James Elfer Joins Us From London, England:
James is the founder and director of MoreThanNow; a behavioral change agency that uses science and creativity to transform work. Their mission is to show that when we look beyond short-term profits, then we can create a better workplace for everyone.
This is why James and his team partner with clients who share their belief in social purpose.
Using Science and Creativity to Transform Work
“We’re here to push the boundaries of what that can achieve. After all,” says James, “the workplace is not an island. Because large organizations are deeply interconnected with our society and they reflect and influence the world outside. They can be both – a force for good and an engine for growth.”
James will share with us his thoughts on:
- Disruption in the workplace: What does it mean really; and, why should we care?
- The advantages of going on a digital detox
- Purpose-driven organizations
- Self-determination theory and purposeful work
- The Inclusion Lab: An alternative to Unconscious Bias Training
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Connect with James: Links and Resources
- Connect with James Elfer on LinkedIn
- James Elfer, Behavioural Insights Director at MoreThanNow
- Inclusive Moments by James Elfer is an article about inclusion that also outlines their approach to culture change
- Join the discussion with James about ways to transform work on Medium
- Presentation: Disrupt HR talks Adding Behavioural Science to HR 2016
James is inspired by the works of
- Richard Thaler, author of the best selling book, “Nudge“; he won the Nobel Prize for Economics in 2017
- Laszlo Bock, former SVP of People Operations at Google
- Iris Bohnet: of Harvard University; Author of “What works: Gender Equality by Design” will change your perception of inclusion
- Daniel Kahneman Thinking Fast and Slow
- Adam Grant from Wharton Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World
- Self-Determination Theory is an idea of human motivation
Inspired Wisdom
Cynder Niemela, MA, MBA is an award-winning author and internationally recognized expert in executive coaching and developing global teams. As an American growing up in the Middle East and Europe, Cynder leverages her international experience as one of a few women permitted to work in Saudi Arabia. First, as a marine biologist, then followed by years of developing leaders and teams for Saudi-ARAMCO. Mission: Interview people from 100 countries who are working with heart and mind for positive social impact.