“Worldly wisdom teaches that it is better for reputation to fail conventionally than to succeed […]
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Join Annie Duke to explore her bestseling book, Thinking in Bets, linking NFL strategies, poker psychology, and decision-making in business. Learn how to improve decision quality, manage uncertainty, and apply cognitive science to innovation and risk assessment.
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In this episode, Peter Compo discusses the limitations of traditional strategic frameworks and offers insights into how organizations can embrace an emergent approach to overcome innovation challenges. Learn about the power of central rules in guiding real-time decisions and unifying actions.
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“Whenever smart and well-intentioned people avoid confronting obstacles, they disempower employees and undermine change.”― John Kotter […]
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Join Aidan McCullen and Peter Compo in part three of their series on the emergent approach to strategy. This episode explores the ‘killer problems’ that stifle creativity and innovation, and how leaders can navigate complex systems to achieve their desired outcomes.
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“Faced with the choice between changing one’s mind and proving that there is no need […]
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Join Peter Compo as he explores ‘The Emergent Approach to Strategy,’ revealing how adaptive systems can drive creativity and innovation. Through examples like Henry Ford’s automotive revolution and Elon Musk’s electric cars, this episode highlights how small, disciplined actions can lead to transformative industry changes. Discover the balance between structure and free thinking, and learn why staying connected to operational details is crucial for strategic success.
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Peter Compo, author of ‘The Emergent Approach to Strategy,’ discusses the chronic failures in strategic planning and how his new book aims to redefine strategy through the lens of complex adaptive systems.
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“Change and innovation in human endeavours follow adaptive evolutionary mechanisms akin to change and innovations […]
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Join us as we explore the BANI framework with its creator, Jamais Cascio. In this insightful episode, we discuss how BANI (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, Incomprehensible) offers a fresh perspective on navigating modern disruptions, evolving from the outdated VUCA model. Cascio shares his expertise in futures and foresight, revealing how resilience, empathy, improvisation, and inclusivity are crucial for thriving in an uncertain world. Perfect for innovators, strategists, and future-thinkers, this episode will reshape how you approach the complexities of the coming decades.