Anthropology in Business with Matt Artz

Jennifer Studebaker on Anthropology in Business with Matt Artz

In this episode of the Anthropology in Business podcast [https://www.mattartz.me/podcasts/anthropology-in-business-with-matt-artz/], Jennifer Studebaker [https://www.mattartz.me/vocabulary/jennifer-studebaker/]speaks with Matt Artz [https://www.mattartz.me/about-matt-artz/] about her career as a business anthropologist [https://www.mattartz.me/vocabulary/business-anthropologist/]. The conversation focuses on Jennifer’s journey from academia to applied anthropology, her experiences in various roles, including project management and market research, and her recent work on the Career Tools for Anthropology workbook. Jennifer shares insights on the value of anthropological skills in business settings, the importance of networking, and her passion for making anthropological knowledge accessible to students and practitioners alike. She also discusses her new consulting company, Studebaker Consulting LLC, and plans to offer training in practical business skills. ABOUT JENNIFER STUDEBAKER Jennifer is the owner and founder of Studebaker Consulting LLC. She is a business anthropologist and a PMP® certified project manager. She has over twelve years of research, operations, and communications experience. She has worked with nonprofits, foundations, startups, market research firms, and other consultants. She is based out of Kansas City, MO, but welcomes collaboration opportunities across the US and globally. Jennifer is a Co-Chair of the Anthropology Career Readiness Network (ACRN) [https://anthrocareerready.net/]. Serving in this role has allowed her to give back to her discipline and help anthropology graduates discover the potential of their education. She is a co-editor and co-author of Career Tools for Anthropology [https://anthrocareerready.net/career-tools-for-anthropology-workbook/]. Jennifer, along with her ACRN Co-Chairs Elizabeth Briody and Riall Nolan, consults with anthropology departments on how to improve the career readiness of their curriculum. She is also a member of the Society for Applied Anthropology’s Nominations & Elections Committee. KEY MOMENTS * 00:31:30 – Jennifer explains her initial interest in archaeology and the pivot to biocultural anthropology in college. * 00:05:20 – She describes her exposure to applied anthropology during graduate school at Purdue University. * 00:15:35 – Jennifer shares her experience at mySidewalk, where she first applied anthropological methods to solve business challenges. * 00:20:00 – She discusses her transition to the Kauffman Foundation and the importance of networking in securing the position. * 00:26:20 – Jennifer talks about her interest in project management and obtaining the PMP certification. * 00:30:40 – She explains the origins and development of the Career Tools for Anthropology workbook. * 00:34:04 – Jennifer provides information about her consulting work and future plans for offering Google Drive training. RECOMMENDED LINKS * Jennifer Studebaker on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-studebaker-pmp-74053245/] * Studebaker Consulting LLC [https://studebakerconsulting.com/] * Anthropology Career Readiness Network (ACRN) [https://anthrocareerready.net/] * Career Tools for Anthropology [https://anthrocareerready.net/career-tools-for-anthropology-workbook/]

Tim Malefyt on Anthropology in Business with Matt Artz (Interview 2)

In this episode of the Anthropology in Business podcast, Timothy Malefyt speaks with Matt Artz about his career as a business anthropologist. The conversation focuses on Tim's new book, Business Anthropology: The Basics. They explore how anthropology can be applied within business contexts, making it a powerful tool for understanding organizational culture, consumer behavior, user experience, and the ever-evolving digital landscape. Tim [...]

Jay Hasbrouck on Anthropology in Business with Matt Artz

In this episode of the Anthropology in Business podcast, Jay Hasbrouck speaks with Matt Artz about his career as a business anthropologist. They also discuss the evolving role of anthropology and insights in business, the second edition of his book Ethnographic Thinking: From Method to Mindset, and how ethnographic thinking can help organizations navigate complexity and uncertainty in areas like [...]

Matthew J Hill on Anthropology in Business with Matt Artz

In this episode of the Anthropology in Business podcast [https://www.mattartz.me/podcasts/anthropology-in-business-with-matt-artz/], Matthew J Hil [https://www.mattartz.me/vocabulary/matthew-j-hill/]l speaks with Matt Artz [https://www.mattartz.me/about-matt-artz/] about his career as a business anthropologist [https://www.mattartz.me/vocabulary/business-anthropologist/]. Matthew details his transition from the fields of chemistry and philosophy to anthropology and its application in the business context. He highlights his early experience with design anthropology and its influence on his subsequent focus on organizational development and design. Matthew discusses the approach of addressing complex organizational issues through a comprehensive perspective and outlines his process of organizational consulting. ABOUT MATTHEW J HILL Matthew J. Hill, an anthropologist specializing in organizational contexts, leads Matthew J. Hill Consulting [https://mjhill.consulting/]. His current professional focus is on organizational development and design, serving mission-driven organizations, government agencies, and institutions of higher education. Matthew's professional path is marked by roles at eLab, Doblin Group, and CFAR. His academic journey encompasses a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from the University of Colorado, a Master's degree in Philosophy from Boston College, and culminates in a Ph.D. in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Chicago.  KEY TAKEAWAYS * Athropologists can apply their skills in organizational development and design by taking a holistic approach to problem-solving and understanding the complexities of organizations. * Organizational development and design require deep knowledge of the organizational context and collaboration with clients to collectively solve problems. * Anthropologists can contribute to organizational effectiveness by conducting organizational diagnosis, facilitating workshops, and helping organizations adapt to change. * Mission-driven organizations, government agencies, and higher education institutions are ideal sectors for anthropologists interested in organizational development and design. CHAPTERS * 00:01:27 Matthew J Hill’s journey from studying chemistry to anthropology and his doctoral research in Cuba on the use of historic cities in heritage tourism. * 00:06:58 Matthew’s experience at eLab and Doblin, where he applied ethnography to inform design and develop deeper insights into user needs. * 00:10:00 The importance of taking a holistic approach to problem-solving and the alignment of anthropology with design thinking. * 00:12:03 Challenges in the design anthropology field and the transition to working at CFAR. * 00:15:33 Transition to organizational development and design work * 00:19:00 Importance of contracting and defining the problem * 00:20:00 Discovery work and organizational diagnosis * 00:23:01 Partnership and collaboration with clients in organizational work * 00:25:33 Importance of leadership and collaboration in organizations * 00:26:41 Getting started in organizational work RECOMMENDED LINKS * Matthew J Hill on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewjhillphd/] * Matthew J Hill Consulting [https://mjhill.consulting/] * National Parks, Native Sovereignty [https://www.oupress.com/9780806193687/national-parks-native-sovereignty/]

Margret Jaeger on Anthropology in Business with Matt Artz

In this episode of the Anthropology in Business podcast [https://www.mattartz.me/podcasts/anthropology-in-business-with-matt-artz/], Margret Jaeger [https://www.mattartz.me/vocabulary/margret-jaeger/]speaks with Matt Artz [https://www.mattartz.me/about-matt-artz/] about her career as a business anthropologist [https://www.mattartz.me/vocabulary/business-anthropologist/]. Margret discusses her journey into anthropology and her current role in the research department at the Social Fund Vienna Education Center. She explains the challenges of introducing qualitative research methods in a predominantly quantitative-focused organization. Margaret also shares her experience in building a research team and the value of interprofessional collaboration. She emphasizes the need for anthropologists to have a holistic view of the world and their ability to understand and adapt to different contexts quickly. She also discusses her advocacy work in promoting medical anthropology in healthcare education and the importance of training local trainers to ensure cultural sensitivity and relevance. ABOUT MARGRET JAEGER Margret Jaeger, an Austrian medical anthropologist, leads the research department at the Vienna Social Fund Education Centre. Her work focuses on the intersection of education and practice for care professionals, emphasizing the integration of anthropological insights into healthcare training. In addition to her primary role, Margret co-founded the Apply Club Health of the AAN-EASA, where she actively promotes the inclusion of medical anthropology in the education of health professionals. Her efforts in this area contribute to the broader understanding and application of cultural and social perspectives in healthcare training and practice. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Introducing qualitative research methods in a predominantly quantitative-focused organization requires explaining the value and benefits repeatedly. * Building a research team involves finding individuals with the necessary training and experience and providing them with opportunities for growth and development. * Anthropologists have a unique ability to quickly understand and adapt to different contexts, making them valuable in various business sectors. * Interprofessional collaboration is essential in healthcare and other fields to address complex problems and improve outcomes. * Training local trainers is crucial to ensure cultural sensitivity and relevance in healthcare education. CHAPTERS * 00:02:00 Margaret's interest in anthropology and journey into medical anthropology * 00:04:00 Challenges of finding a job in anthropology in Austria * 00:05:00 Trends of anthropologists going into other business sectors * 00:07:00 Importance of networking and support among anthropologists * 00:08:00 Margaret's role as researcher number one in building a research team * 00:10:00 Research focus on improving courses for non-academic nurses and care professionals * 00:12:00 Challenges of getting buy-in and explaining the value of research * 00:13:00 Supporting colleagues as a teacher and researcher * 00:14:00 Challenges of building a qualitative research team and overcoming them RECOMMENDED LINKS * Margret Jaeger on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/margret-jaeger-2621498b/] * Apply Club for the Anthropology of Health [https://www.applied-anthropology.com/apply-clubs/#AC%20HEALTH] * AAN Apply Club Health on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9311599/] * Health Professions Education Special Interest Group of the Society for Medical Anthropology [https://medanthro.net/interest-groups/hpe/]