Tag: Continuous Improvement
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Beyond “Agile”: Embracing Dynamic, Evolving, Adaptable, and Disruptive Ways of Working
The idea of moving beyond the “Agile” label resonates deeply, especially as Agile has grown far beyond its original definition. I responded to a post by Management 3.0, but pondered later in the day and quickly wrote this. Enjoy. For…
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Beware the Butterfly Syndrome: A Reality Check on Agile Transformation
Just over a decade ago, I wrote a post Agile Transformation: Not a Caterpillar Turning Into a Butterfly based on the observations of “Agile transformations” being less like caterpillars—destined to transform into beautiful butterflies. I sought to dispel the myth…
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The Agility Crew: Unleashing the Power of High Performing Teams
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…
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Charting a Course: Why Agile Leadership is Non-Negotiable
This is a follow-up article to The Shifting Winds of Business: Why Agility is No Longer Optional, from last month. Imagine the captain of an America’s Cup yacht barking orders, micromanaging every trim of the sail, every shift in weight.…
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The Shifting Winds of Business: Why Agility is No Longer Optional
From August to October 2024, the Louis Vuitton Cup (Challenger Selection Series) took place to determine which team would face the Defender, Emirates Team New Zealand, in the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup Match. Naturally, I’ve been cheering for INEOS…
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Workshop Magic: The Art of Facilitating Without Forcing ‘Fun’
Let’s face it: not everyone walks into a workshop ready to brainstorm or engage—especially when they’re deep in routine tasks or delivery pressures. But great workshops aren’t about forcing people to have fun; they’re about creating a safe environment that…
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The Most Misunderstood Aspect of Business Agility
For those who know me, I’m viewed as being passionate about simplicity, continual learning, and unlocking the potential within people and organizations. Whether I’m leading product discovery, enabling product mode transitions, or driving agile transformations, I focus on aligning vision…