How to fix organizational silos (Part 1 with Julian Chender)

The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations · Jan 6, 2026 · 27m

This week, Chris and Lucie had the pleasure of chatting with Julian Chender, an expert in organizational design, to explore the difficulties of communication and structure within organizations. Julian shared his journey in organizational design, emphasizing the need for strategic alignment and the human elements that influence organizational behavior. Most importantly, he talked about how silos aren’t a 4-letter word, but leaders make common mistakes in managing change and fostering collaboration across silos.

Big Takeaways

- Organizational design is about setting the container in which an…