This is a follow-up article to The Shifting Winds of Business: Why Agility is No Longer Optional, from last month. The America’s Cup has always been a proving ground for innovation. From sleek hull designs to towering wing sails, these yachts push the boundaries of what’s possible, offering a glimpse into the future of sailing. … Read more
In a world marked by relentless turbulence and uncertainty, organizations must adapt, innovate, and evolve. The pace of change isn’t slowing—if anything, it’s accelerating. To respond effectively, being “agile” is helpful, but it’s not sufficient for true success. We must embed the principles of agility into the very DNA of our organization. In a conversation … Read more
This is a follow-up article to The Shifting Winds of Business: Why Agility is No Longer Optional, from last month. The America’s Cup isn’t won on calm seas. The most skilled sailors face treacherous conditions: sudden gusts, rogue waves, equipment failures. Yet, they prevail through preparation, adaptability, and unwavering teamwork. Similarly, the journey to organizational … Read more
In recent years, acronyms like VUCA, BANI, TUNA, and RUPT* have gained traction as shorthand for the turbulent world we live and work in. They give shape to the storm — volatility, brittleness, unpredictability, and anxiety — helping leaders name the forces around them. But after a decade of working with organizations on the ground, … Read more
This is a follow-up article to The Shifting Winds of Business: Why Agility is No Longer Optional, from last month. In the America’s Cup, victory isn’t achieved by a lone wolf captain. It’s the synergy of the crew, each member a specialist, working in perfect harmony, that propels the yacht to victory. Similarly, in the … Read more
Strategy has always been tough. Even in stable, predictable times, making long-term bets, aligning stakeholders, and navigating uncertainty wasn’t for the faint-hearted. But in recent years, things feel different — the ground is shifting faster, and the maps we’ve used no longer quite fit the terrain. To make sense of this turbulence, we’ve leaned on … Read more