In 2010 I published Thriving in Chaos: Lessons for Agile Leaders, delving into Tom Peter’s “Thriving in Chaos”, a classic business book (first published in 1987) that offers timeless advice for leaders navigating complex and ever-changing environments. As I previously stated “while it may not explicitly address “agility” in the modern sense, its principles resonate … Read more
Last week I mentioned that we are seeing a subtle shift from project mode to product mode. It’s been driven by a combination of market dynamics, customer expectations, and organizational imperatives that demand greater adaptability, value orientation, and a user-centric focus. It stimulated some fairly intense debate on one of my Twitter accounts. So, I … Read more
We are seeing a subtle shift from project mode to product mode. It’s been driven by a combination of market dynamics, customer expectations, and organizational imperatives that demand greater adaptability, value orientation, and a user-centric focus. Here are the key drivers: 1. Increasing Customer Expectations 2. Rapid Market Changes 3. Emphasis on Value Over Outputs … Read more
After spending the past 5 years in enterprise-sized organizations (both public and private sector), I’ve noticed something unusual: fewer people are talking about “agile” Where they aren’t. There is a distinct lack of obsessiveness over frameworks, certifications, maturity models, etc. In fact, it’s not that people are opposed to agile—it’s more like they’re… indifferent. And … Read more
In a world where ambiguity and interconnectedness dominate, becoming a Complexity Navigator is not just a skillset—it’s a mindset. It’s about seeing the bigger picture, embracing uncertainty, and fostering environments where learning and adaptability thrive. Here’s a deeper dive into the capabilities and mindsets needed to navigate complexity effectively. 1. Cultivate an Adaptive Mindset Navigating … Read more
In today’s fast-paced world, organizations face unprecedented challenges that often defy traditional problem-solving approaches. Market dynamics shift overnight, customer behaviors evolve unpredictably, and internal systems reveal interdependencies that are anything but straightforward. If you’ve ever felt like your organization is grappling with a “hairball” of tangled processes, competing priorities, and unintended consequences, you’re not alone. … Read more