Amanda Squires - Building Fearless Teams

  When creating fearless teams, it is important to create situations for others to think and solve problems creatively. Here, to talk about how she builds thriving, fearless networks and communities, is Amanda Squires.    In this Episode 122 of the LLP, Amanda talks about doing strange things, why it’s important to stay authentic, and when it’s the right time to put boundaries in place. She also shares about turning crises into possibilities, creating fearless teams, and the importance of humanising innovation.   Ready to learn more?    Episode Timeline:  [05:08] A bit about Amanda.  [09:39] Doing strange things.  [16:02] The most fearless thing Amanda has ever done.  [21:42] Intentional fearlessness.  [24:44] Making space and time to think.  [30:53] Having the important conversations.  [37:37] From crises to possibilities.  [41:06] How to become better storytellers.  [53:49] Creating fearless teams for clients.  [59:24] Humanizing innovation.  [64:32] Amanda’s words of wisdom.    Key Takeaways:  Why we should do strange things with weird people.  When to put boundaries in place.  How to make fearless choices.  How to build fearless, creative & innovative teams.  How to become better storytellers.  What does innovation mean?    Notable Quotes:  “There’s always a way to make things better and see it from a different perspective.” – Amanda Squires [08:25]  “Make smart choices.” – Amanda Squires [33:16]  “Challenge forces you to step back.” – Amanda Squires [38:36]  “Creativity can also be used to drive optimism.” – Amanda Squires [39:06]  “Every story has different content, and every story has a different audience.” – Amanda Squires [41:43]  “Everyone needs more fun in their day job.” – Amanda Squires [45:11]  Page Break    Connect:    Find | Amanda Squires   Business: www.accenture.com  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amandasquires      Bio:   Amanda Squires is the Chief Customer Officer for European Innovation at Accenture. She helps clients explore the art of the possible to invent new growth futures and cultures for their businesses.  Leading teams of specialists, innovation practitioners, and experts from across the Accenture business, Amanda and her team spend much of their time in the future, uncovering & exploring human problems that exist in the word that brands must solve, to remain relevant & achieve growth.   With roles in agencies, consultancies, design firms & NGOs, Amanda’s client and collaborator network is her pride and joy, and has been built from solving challenges across a wide range portfolio of businesses, industries, and brands.      SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS.