Drowning in “Strategic” Priorities? You’re Not Alone (and It’s Costing You Dearly – Including Your Agility!)

We all nod sagely when the topic of prioritisation comes up. “Focus on what matters most,” we preach. “Identify the vital few that will truly move the needle.” It sounds so simple, so logical. Yet, in the messy reality of organisational life, this fundamental principle often goes out the window, leaving us drowning in a … Read more

Building Networked Teams: Lessons in Collaboration from HBO’s The Last of Us

In the world of HBO’s The Last of Us, survival hinges on connection. Amid the haunting backdrop of a post-apocalyptic world, the series introduces us to a startlingly insightful concept: the interconnected mycelial network of the Cordyceps fungus. This network, while terrifying in its capacity to communicate threats across vast distances, also offers a profound … Read more

The Ecosystem Economy: How Business Agility Will Shape—and Be Shaped by—Our $100 Trillion Future

I found an insightful and eye-opening book on the O’Reilly learning platform, “The Ecosystem Economy: How to Lead in the New Age of Sectors Without Borders”. The book takes readers on a transformative journey into a world where traditional industry boundaries dissolve, making way for dynamic networks of partnerships and collaborations. As ecosystems reshape the … Read more

How Systems Thinking Enhances Hindsight, Insight, and Foresight for Leaders

In the previous article, we explored how Agile leaders can harness the power of hindsight, insight, and foresight to navigate the complexities of leadership in the AI era. This follow-up article dives deeper into how systems thinking—an essential mindset for understanding interconnections and dependencies—boosts the effectiveness of these three perspectives. By adopting systems thinking, leaders … Read more

The Power of Hindsight, Insight, and Foresight for Agile Leaders in the AI Era

In a rapidly changing world, leadership demands the ability to learn from the past, act decisively in the present, and anticipate the future. Agile leaders operate at the intersection of hindsight, insight, and foresight, leveraging these perspectives to drive their teams and organizations forward. As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of business operations, … Read more

Business Agility Catalyst

Today, I have been awarded the Business Agility Catalyst / Level 4 credential issued by Agile Business Consortium (ABC) This “Professional 4 credential is awarded to those who’ve proven their extensive knowledge, experience, and practice across a range of Agile and Business Agility competencies. The earner has submitted evidence of competence, experience, and knowledge to satisfy … Read more