Dr. David Harkins is a social scientist exploring culture, meaning, and change in complex systems. He advises mission-driven and cross-sector leaders and writes on the human dynamics that shape what is possible in times of uncertainty.
How I approach media conversations
I endeavor to bring a reflective, systems-oriented perspective to media conversations, connecting research, practice, and lived experience to help audiences better understand the deeper dynamics shaping today’s challenges.
I typically comment on the following topics:
Culture and organizational change
Leadership in complex and uncertain environments
Sensemaking and decision-making under ambiguity
Social entrepreneurship and innovation for social impact
Systems thinking and collective action
The human dimensions of organizational and social change
Meaning, identity, and work in a changing society
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Recent media & commentary
Selected podcasts, interviews, and articles where I discusses culture, systems, leadership, and change.
