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Edges of Lean

It was great to talk about my iterative approach to people and life, and hear reflections from a devotee of lean practices.

Create Inevitable Progress

Navigating the complexities of a managerial role can be daunting, especially without clear guidance. This article introduces the “3 Ps of Progression”—Practice, …

Aspirational Experiments

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, fostering a culture of innovation is essential for sustained success. Traditional “moonshot” initiatives, while ambitious, often …

Designing Your Career

Job titles often fail to capture the full spectrum of our responsibilities and can limit our perception of career growth. This article …

How to Get What You Want

Is chasing external milestones really making you happier—or just more stressed? With record-low happiness levels and increasing burnout, it’s clear the traditional …

Elevate Your Impact

Why Managers Need Systems Thinking. When Bob, a customer service manager, faced the challenge of declining customer retention despite booming new sign-ups, traditional solutions—like overburdening

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Both Feet in the Boat

Stepping into a management role can feel as wobbly as climbing into a kayak—uncertain, unsteady, and full of risk. Many managers, like the hesitant kayaker,

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Start Your Engines

When a plane engine sputters mid-flight, a seasoned pilot remains calm, adjusts controls, and keeps going. The same resilience applies to managers tasked with running

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Create Inevitable Progress

Navigating the complexities of a managerial role can be daunting, especially without clear guidance. This article introduces the “3 Ps of Progression”—Practice, Perform, and Pioneer—to

Read More

Aspirational Experiments

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, fostering a culture of innovation is essential for sustained success. Traditional “moonshot” initiatives, while ambitious, often carry significant risks

Read More

Designing Your Career

Job titles often fail to capture the full spectrum of our responsibilities and can limit our perception of career growth. This article advocates for breaking

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How to Get What You Want

Is chasing external milestones really making you happier—or just more stressed? With record-low happiness levels and increasing burnout, it’s clear the traditional model of success

Read More

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