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We are wrapping up the week with a great article about management. In today’s climate and integrated technologies such as AI and the independent opportunities of the gig economy — more than ever, we need people who can lead and support the core of the business and functions in the organizations.

Discover the critical insights on the "Consequences of Failure to Innovate" In today's fast-paced world, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Don't miss this must-read article on the pitfalls of complacency and the rewards of innovation. Check it out now! https://zurl.co/dB3V #Innovation #BusinessInsights #StayAhead

The latest technological developments have brought about significant changes in the executive search industry. Here are some insights related to business leaders and their views and challenges around technology that we thought might be of interest. #TecLeaders

Unlocking the potential of systems change: Bridging theory with possibility, practice, and people. 🔄 In this compelling article, Charles Leadbeater and Jennie Winhall emphasise the need to shift focus for systems change: 🔍 Possibility: Creating new, better, and different systems, not just optimising existing ones through incremental adjustments. 🛠️ Practice: Turning historical knowledge of system development into actionable insights for intentional systems change. 🤝 People: Empowering individuals to shape systems collectively, dispelling the notion of powerlessness in the face of seemingly complex forces larger than them. https://lnkd.in/ds9BJX8f #systemschange #systemsinnovation #socialimpact

A Lesson for Modern L&D Professionals. 🤔 🔎 Focus on the Right Things. Picture this: World War II, skies filled with planes dodging enemy fire. The engineers, in their infinite wisdom, mapped out bullet holes on returning planes, thinking, "Let's reinforce these spots! They seem to get hit the most!" Logical, right? Enter Abraham Wald. He looked at those bullet-riddled planes and said, "Hold up! These planes made it back. The real danger zones are the spots without bullet holes. That's where a hit meant game over." And thus, the concept of 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 was born. It's all about focusing on what didn't make it, rather than what did. So, in L&D, what are YOU focusing on? Are you patching up the obvious holes, or are you reinforcing the critical, unseen vulnerabilities? Transform your training data into actionable insights and boost your team's performance today! https://lnkd.in/dG5_RPVQ #Leadership #Strategy #SurvivalDeviation #BusinessWisdom #WWIILessons #FocusOnWhatMatters #TrainingIntelligence #eLearning #LearningandDevelopment

🔄 Only 20% of leaders believe they are “very effective” at demonstrating impact, and 30% of those leaders think that the lack of an impact tracking system is the reason why. The Theory of Change is a powerful framework for defining and measuring short and long-term impact, check out our article (link in comments) to learn more about it!

As we’ve seen with the tech outage today, disruption can come out of nowhere. Better scenario planning can help turn the unknowns into action. Check out this new article Rebecca Haverson and I cowrote to learn how to demystify this next wave of change.

🚀 Exciting News! I'm thrilled to share my latest article: "The Silent Innovator’s Dilemma: How Internal Politics Stifle Tech Creativity." 🔍 In this piece, I delve into the often-overlooked barriers that innovative minds face within organizations. While we frequently celebrate technological advancements and the creative minds behind them, there's a hidden challenge that often goes unnoticed – internal politics. 👩💼👨💻 Through this article, I explore how internal power dynamics, office politics, and bureaucratic hurdles can significantly dampen the spirit of innovation. These silent factors can deter even the most talented individuals from bringing their groundbreaking ideas to life. ✨ I invite you to read, share, and join the conversation about fostering a more innovation-friendly environment in our workplaces. Let’s discuss how we can break down these barriers and truly unleash the potential of our tech geniuses! #innovation #technology #BusinessPolitics #CreativityInTech #leadership

🧠 Systems thinking offers a holistic approach to problem-solving by understanding and addressing root causes. This method goes beyond surface symptoms, targeting underlying issues to create sustainable solutions. 🛠️ Tackling root causes not only resolves immediate problems but also prevents their recurrence, fostering long-term stability and progress. 🌱 Complex problems require moving beyond traditional, siloed thinking. 🚧 A systems perspective recognizes how different factors interact and influence each other, leading to emergent behaviors that can be either beneficial or detrimental. 🌐 By addressing root causes within these complex systems, we can drive innovation. 💡 Embracing complexity and non-linearity in our thinking is essential for developing the comprehensive solutions needed in today's interconnected global environment. 🌎 This means recognizing that problems cannot be solved in isolation. 🧩 Instead, we must consider the entire system and how its parts interact. This approach allows us to identify leverage points where small changes can lead to significant improvements across the system. 🔧 This systemic approach helps us build resilience, and adapt to changes, Embracing complexity and non-linearity in our thinking is essential for developing the comprehensive solutions needed in today's interconnected global environment. #SystemsThinking #RootCauseAnalysis #Complexity #ChaosTheory #NonLinearThinking #Innovation

When disruption comes from many different places, it can be overwhelming and seem impossible to decipher. How does an organization begin to mitigate that uncertainty and chart a course forward? Alexander Elias and I play with a few structured “what if?” scenarios to explore the shape of tomorrow. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFjFrTpm