About the show

the Watson standard is a podcast for leaders who want to change their organizations without losing sight of people, purpose, or principles along the way.

Explore the human and organizational side of change: how leaders develop, how organizations evolve, and how to stay grounded when the work gets complicated.

She helps people change.
He helps systems change.
Together, we’re helping to change work for the better.

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About the hosts

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Portrait photo of Megan Watson

Megan Alexa Watson

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A leadership development and talent management executive with deep experience helping leaders navigate complex organizational challenges. She is currently focused on stewarding senior leaders through the individual change required to drive strategic and AI transformation at scale and speed.

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Carl B. Watson, Ph.D.

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The founding principal of Madrona Strategy Works, where he advises leaders on enterprise strategy, organizational design, culture, and leadership-team effectiveness. His research explores how organizations adapt and thrive amid uncertainty and change.