In this episode of Work Reborn Live, we sit down with David Smith, Digital Transformation Director at Costain, to explore how technology and human connection intersect in today’s workplace. David brings a grounded perspective on why the real catalyst for change isn’t just new tools, but the way leaders build alignment, trust, and empowerment across their teams.
Here’s what you’ll discover:
🔹 Leadership Foundations – Why aligning systems, data, and processes to corporate strategy remains the core playbook, even as AI begins to emerge.
🔹 Empowered Teams – How giving people autonomy, space to learn, and the ability to make decisions keeps transformation moving instead of bottlenecked.
🔹 Coaching the Next Generation – Why one-to-ones, real engagement, and modern tools matter when supporting graduates and apprentices entering the workforce.
🔹 Rethinking Transformation – How shifting the mindset from “IT project” to “business-wide change” helps organizations progress more sustainably.
By pairing Costain’s real-world experience with a clear-eyed view of digital transformation, this conversation highlights how leaders can prepare their organizations for the future while keeping people at the center.
🎧 Tune in to the full conversation to learn how today’s decisions shape tomorrow’s workplace.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Lenovo Work Reborn
00:42 Guest Introduction: David Smith
00:55 Football and Business Parallels
02:11 Digital Transformation Playbook
03:37 Empowering Teams for Success
07:03 Engaging the Next Generation
08:18 Misconceptions About Digital Transformation
09:52 Future of Work: Work Reborn
10:26 Conclusion and Further Resources
