Episode 13: A Day in the Life - The Key Responsibilities of an OD Professional

What does a typical day look like for an Organizational Development (OD) practitioner? The short answer: there’s no such thing as typical.

In this episode of Unboxing OD, we walk through the real-world responsibilities of OD professionals - how we move from deep diagnosis to intentional intervention, build strategic trust with leadership, navigate complex political dynamics, and make tough prioritization calls when everything feels urgent.

Through the story of Liana, a fictional but deeply relatable OD consultant, we explore what it really means to do this work with clarity, compassion, and impact. From facilitating unexpected conflict to guiding leadership through culture change, Liana’s day captures the human heart of OD: showing up with purpose, listening well, and moving the system - one conversation at a time.

This episode is for anyone doing OD work, considering the field, or trying to better understand what makes this role so critical in today’s organizations.

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