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Mar 2025
25m 11s

Dan Pink: What Society Gets Wrong About ...

INFO-TECH RESEARCH GROUP
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The future of work is changing, and organizations will need to rethink what an “office” truly means.

Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Daniel Pink, New York Times best-selling author and workplace expert.

Daniel Pink is the author of five New York Times bestsellers, including his latest, The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. His other books include the New York Times bestsellers When and A Whole New Mind — as well as the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell is Human. Dan’s books have won multiple awards, have been translated into 46 languages, and have sold millions of copies around the world.


Daniel sat down with Geoff at Info-Tech LIVE 2024 in Las Vegas for an insightful conversation about the future of work — what’s next, what to expect, and where it’s all headed. Daniel shares his perspectives on the evolving world of work and the challenges leaders face in navigating uncertainty. He talks about the importance of experimenting with new approaches and discovering meaningful work. Dan challenges the notion that anyone has all the answers about the future of work and instead encourages leaders to try, learn, and adapt.

Interested in attending Info-Tech LIVE this year? We’re back in Vegas this June 10 - 12, and tickets are still available! Check the link to learn more. https://www.infotech.com/events/las-vegas-live-june-10-12-2025


In this episode:

0:00 Intro

0:25 Info-Tech LIVE 2025

1:51 Time of uncertainty

2:20: Fundamental questions about work and the ‘office’

5:32: The importance of making progress

5:52: Uncomfortable behaviors as leaders

7:45 Burnout

10:50 Entering a world of permanent hybrid

14:41: The power of regret

17:20 What is the new normal?

21:53 How are technological advancements shaping society

24:40 Things will get better



Connect with Daniel:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpink/

X: https://x.com/DanielPink

Website: https://www.danpink.com/




Visit our website: https://www.infotech.com/

Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InfoTechRG

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