Tag: Leadership
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Agility is not an option, it’s a matter of survival
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, agility is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. Software has become the lifeblood of modern organizations. From small startups to global corporations, software powers everything from operations to customer experiences. As technology continues…
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Ethics in Business Agility: Guiding Principles for Organizations and Leaders
It has been a while since I wrote about ethics. But I’ve been driven to put pen to paper, virtually. When you observe others’ ethics fall below your own, it often leads to a range of challenges and dilemmas. Sometimes…
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Curiosity and Systems Thinking: A Powerful Duo
Last week I covered two critical capabilities that stand out in our fast-paced and ever-evolving world, and the increasing complexity of systems. The two capabilities that stand out for me: curiosity and systems thinking. When combined, these two mindsets form…
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How Crucial is Curiosity
A curious article appeared in the September–October 2018 issue of Harvard Business Review, “The Business Case for Curiosity”, being the lead article in HBR’s Spotlight package on Curiousity. “Curiosity, we all know, is the spark that can lead to breakthrough…
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Enterprises Stop Copying the Spotify Model
Following on from last week’s post Why Enterprises and Legacy Organizations Struggle with the Spotify Model. Over the years, Spotify’s approach to agility has captured the imagination of organizations worldwide. The promise of empowered, autonomous teams delivering value quickly and…
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Why Enterprises and Legacy Organizations Struggle with the Spotify Model
Over the years, Spotify’s approach to agility has captured the imagination of organizations worldwide. The promise of empowered, autonomous teams delivering value quickly and consistently is irresistible. Yet, many enterprises, particularly those with long histories (like a 300-year-old UK-based bank…
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Fostering a Culture of Innovation: Unleashing Creativity and Driving Growth
Innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the lifeblood of any organization that aims to stay ahead of the curve. A culture of innovation is one that encourages experimentation, risk-taking, and continuous learning. This kind of culture doesn’t just happen overnight;…