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You can’t go far with the handbrake on
Intrapreneurship is often a directive from those who lack entrepreneurship. It’s a mindset that wants entrepreneurial outcomes without entrepreneurial risk.
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From control freak to empowerment: the Rick Carlisle story
Like realising that the Earth is not flat. There are lots of proof points, though many still ignore it. Let’s see data based evidence that empowerment matters and makes a difference.
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Psychological safety is a business driver, not a vibe
You’ve got a “speak-up culture” printed on the wall, yet, your meetings sound like a hostage negotiation. Psychological safety, backed by research, ignored by leadership, and often misunderstood, might just be the biggest performance driver you’re not taking seriously.
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The currency rate of leadership
Why do some leaders seem to create major shifts in their organisations with a single conversation, while others can speak endlessly and still get no movement? The answer lies not in charisma, power, or resources.
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System over goals
“You do not rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your systems” – James Clear.
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Be the change you want to see
When I played basketball in an amateur championship, our team did not agree when we needed a timeout, nor we agreed on what to change, then we did not do what we planned for. No surprise we got stuck.
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Pricing psychology and value deterioration
You notice a leak in your roof and, with the best of intentions, apply duct tape as a quick fix. While it seems to work temporarily, the tape gives way during the next heavy rain, causing more damage than before.
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Setting the focus
Even if everyone is rowing diligently, the boat won’t go anywhere if they’re paddling in different directions. Learn some approaches with no specific knowledge to ensure aligned progress.
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Pricing psychology and value creation
Just like puzzle pieces, little things also matter in value creation. You already get the feeling along the way, but the entire experience is revealed by adding all the parts.
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What makes a good leader
The captains of crisis are often celebrated, yet good leadership, when everything is well managed, seems to be boring from the outside. So what does it take to be boring in everyday’s work?