Last week, I wrote about how predictability is a cornerstone of effective leadership. Especially for leaders in complex or high-stakes environments, predictability offers a sense of control and security in an otherwise dynamic world. While predictability is valuable, overemphasizing it often creates a rigid environment that limits flexibility, stifles innovation, leads to resistance when new … Read more
Over the past 22 years, I’ve had the privilege of running multiple blog sites, each dedicated to topics I’m passionate about—agile, new ways of work, product management, program and portfolio leadership, and business agility. These sites (including agileartisan.uk, leanagileleader.co, and ppmpractitioner.com), have served as platforms to share insights, engage with a global audience, and explore … Read more
In the evolving landscape of remote and hybrid work, one thing has become abundantly clear: autonomy and trust are the keys to unlocking our teams’ full potential. Gone are the days when productivity was measured by the number of hours spent at a desk. Today, it’s all about the value and outcomes we deliver. When … Read more
Agility isn’t just a framework or a set of principles—it’s a mindset that helps us navigate uncertainty with confidence. As I walked on an icy pavement recently, it struck me how much the experience mirrors the essence of agility: sensing and responding. It’s a bit out there, so keep with me. The Dance Between Sensing … Read more
I’ve been catching up with the latest Fast Company, Forbes, and Inc. articles. One post resonated with me, The Importance Of Embracing A Product Operating Model on the Forbes Technology Council site. Authored by Craig Strong, a Forbes Councils Member (sounds impressive, but I was approached to apply a while back. I honestly thought it … Read more
I’ve spent the day preparing materials on navigating complexity for a bespoke workshop. I’ll be working with a cohort of product managers and product owners from DWP Digital’s product management community of practice in the coming weeks. The workshop is intended to bring together product managers and owners from a wide range of areas across … Read more