101 A: Driving Systemic Change Through Personal Insights & Actions | With Diana McLain Smith

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, we explore the extensive career and insights of Diana McLain Smith, who has championed systemic change across various domains for over 35 years. Starting from political activism, Diana transitioned into organizational learning under mentors like Chris Argyris, influencing her approach to managing conflict and fostering adaptive environments. Her discussion delves into the power of personal agency in effecting systemic change, drawing parallels between historical and contemporary societal challenges. Lastly, Diana emphasizes the need for individual and collective responsibility in addressing deep societal divides and building resilience amidst political and social turmoil.