Join Peter Compo as he breaks down the ‘Five Disqualifiers of Strategy’ in this insightful episode. Learn how to evaluate your strategic framework and avoid common mistakes in business strategy design. Perfect for innovators and strategists looking for real-world applications.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Join Erich Kruschitz, CEO of Mavie Next, as he reveals how he transformed UNIQA’s exploratory unit into a growth engine. Explore key strategies for managing innovation in large corporations, from team building and goal setting to navigating acquisitions and celebrating failures. Ideal for corporate strategists and innovators.
In this episode, we delve into a profound moment of opportunity in human history, examining how organisations can harness leadership to help people and communities thrive. The discussion centres on the new book, ‘Leading Through: Activating the Soul, Heart, and Mind of Leadership,’ authored by Kim, Jonathan, and Erin Clark. The Clarks share their experiences from diverse fields to propose a shift from the outdated power-over paradigm to a more human-centric, flexible, and adaptive way of leading. Topics covered include the challenges and potential of the new paradigm, real-life examples from the authors’ professional journeys, and the enduring need for empathetic leadership even in the face of daunting organisational inertia.
Why We Can’t Admit We’re Wrong: A Deep Dive with Carol Tavris
Have you ever clung to a belief even when faced with overwhelming evidence to the contrary? You’re not alone! In this episode, Aidan McCullen chats with renowned social psychologist Carol Tavris, co-author of the groundbreaking book “Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me).”
Together, they delve into the fascinating world of cognitive dissonance, self-justification, and memory. You’ll discover:
Why admitting mistakes is so darn hard (even for the best of us!)
How our memories can be surprisingly malleable
Real-world examples from law enforcement, politics, and even parenting
How these insights can help us all be more humble, critical thinkers
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the human tendency to rewrite history and the importance of embracing the possibility of being wrong.
Explore the transformative potential of Both/And Thinking in creative problem solving with Wendy Smith. Discover how embracing emotions drives innovation and gain practical tools to navigate uncertainty, broaden perspectives, and foster dynamic organizational change. Join us as we delve into real-world case studies and leadership insights to inspire paradoxical thinking in your organization.