In the world of Agile transformation, it’s tempting to think of organizations like caterpillars—destined to transform into beautiful butterflies. But the reality is far more complex. Unlike a caterpillar, an organization doesn’t follow a preordained path to change. Transformation is neither natural nor inevitable; it’s a deliberate and often arduous process. For CxOs seeking to … Read more
This is how I approach decision-making in business, sports, and life. 30-years ago, I made a bold decision to drop out of starting a degree and accepted a role with a UK bank. Many people told me I was making a mistake. They said it was crazy, irresponsible, and the wrong move. I doubted myself. … Read more
A decade ago, I embarked on a challenging journey to lead the Microsoft practice at Unilog, a French-headquartered European-wide technology consultancy, in the UK. The practice was facing numerous hurdles, including unprofitability, a lack of sustainable pipeline, low team morale, non-existent development, etc. compounded with a strained relationship with Microsoft UK. It did not look … Read more
In today’s fast-paced business environment, many organizations grapple with a crucial challenge: a misalignment between the focus on delivering outputs and the realization of meaningful business outcomes. This disconnect often hinders an organization’s ability to unlock true value and achieve the level of customer impact it aspires to deliver. The Output Bias A fundamental issue … Read more
In the quest for personal and professional growth, we often seek the “secret sauce” that sets high achievers apart. What enables some people to excel, adapt, and continuously deliver greater value over time? The answer isn’t magic—it’s a deliberate combination of curiosity, learning, improvement, and real-world application. Over the years, I’ve distilled this into a … Read more
I recently wrote a post inspired by a 2,000 year old book, Mastering Business Agility: Lessons from Sun Tzu’s Art of War Sun Tzu was a Chinese military general, strategist, philosopher, and writer who lived during the Eastern Zhou period (771–256 BC). He is most acclaimed for his work, The Art of War, a timeless … Read more