The Future of Business: Sailing Beyond the Horizon with Agility

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

Navigating the Choppy Waters: Overcoming the Challenges of Agility

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

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 a specialist, working in perfect harmony, that propels the yacht to victory. Similarly, in the … Read more

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. Chaos would ensue. The crew, paralyzed by indecision, would miss crucial opportunities, losing precious seconds … Read more

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 BRITANNIA. I often see parallels between the pinnacle of yacht racing and the challenges organizations … Read more

Book: “Clearly Agile: A Leadership Guide to Business Agility”

It’s finally happened! My friend and Business Agility Institute (BAI) colleague, Giles Lindsay, has released his agility book. We both co-founded the UK operation of the BAI, and it’s been a remarkable journey. I had the pleasure of attending the book launch yesterday evening. It was wonderful to meet many like-minded agilists—some familiar faces and … Read more