Book of the Week

Review: Play to Transform is a groundbreaking book that redefines the way we approach change and transformation in business. Dr. Avinash Jhangiani beautifully weaves together the power of play and the wisdom of our inner child to create a new paradigm for driving meaningful and sustainable change.

This book is a timely reminder that we all possess inherent creativity and empathy within us, waiting to be unleashed. Dr. Jhangiani shows us how to tap into these qualities, embrace vulnerability, and foster a psychologically safe space for innovation and growth. Through real-life examples and practical strategies, he demonstrates how play can be harnessed as a powerful tool to catalyze transformation and foster a culture of co-creation.

In a world where agility and empathy are more critical than ever, Play to Transform is a must-read for leaders seeking to create a more human-centric and purpose-driven business. Dr. Jhangiani’s insights challenge traditional mindsets, empowering leaders to navigate uncertainty with grace and embrace change with enthusiasm.

This book not only inspires but also provides actionable steps for organizations to unleash their full potential and adapt to the ever-changing landscape of business. Play to Transform is a refreshing and thought-provoking read that will leave you with a renewed sense of purpose and a playful spirit to transform your organization and yourself.

About – Dr. Avinash Jhangiani Dr. Avinash Jhangiani is a leadership development coach and innovation culture consultant with more than two decades of work experience in the USA and India. He has served as the managing director and chief innovation officer of a global media company and the chief information officer of a large multinational company. At the forefront of driving disruptive innovation for global brands and businesses, Jhangiani won the Deloitte CEO’s Innovation Quest Award in the USA in 2006 for his idea on Enterprise Sustainability Services. Under his leadership at Omnicom, PHD Media won two Gold Lions at Cannes Lions in 2014-a historic moment for the Indian digital advertising industry.
As founder CEO and chief facilitator of Play2Transform Group, Jhangiani currently uses principles of human-centric design and play as a catalyst to accelerate change for organizations such as Amazon, HP, Essar, Deustsche Bank, among others. He also serves as expert faculty at Emeritus’ ISB and Wiley-IIM Lucknow Executive Education Programs, S.P. Jain, NMIMS, among others. He curated India’s first Book of Dreams, capturing over 10,000 children’s visions of India’s future, which now resides in the Rashtrapati Bhavan.