Oxymoron: Oxymorons combine two opposite terms in a paradoxical manner. They are closely inter- twined with antonymy, since the union of antonymous items creates the paradoxical effect of the oxymoron and generates a new meaning.A new meaning=an idea- the coming together of seemingly contradictory elements to form new and unexpected hybridsThe oxymoron may show an… Continue reading Oxymoron
Upstream considerations for the development of data products
Prompted by my reading of ‘Eliciting Domain Expertise in the Absence of Formal Authority: The Case of AI Developers and Domain Experts in a Large Firm.’ AI_Developers_Domain_Experts_Formal_Authority The early stages of designing data products, focusing especially on the role of the designers and developers of such products and their interactions with SMEs and business stakeholder… Continue reading Upstream considerations for the development of data products
The critical importance of collaboration to ‘curate’ ideas
Jony Ive writing in Domus 1094 amplified one of my reflections on last year. Jony writes of the ‘fragility of ideas’; that they can be very easily killed. Jony has previously written about Steve Jobs “You see, I think he better than anyone understood that while ideas ultimately can be so powerful, they begin as… Continue reading The critical importance of collaboration to ‘curate’ ideas
Supporting innovation by developing creative intuition through active noticing
‘Creative intuition’ is an act of invention starting from the deliberate observation of an apparently normal context. It is the capability to actively pay attention to reality; and to put oneself into a position to make connections and actively ‘notice’. ’Noticing’ is a practice which is integral to an organisation thriving. It is the combination… Continue reading Supporting innovation by developing creative intuition through active noticing
Building organisational resilience through using anticipatory futures: a conversation with Claire Oatway
Recorded as part of the CogX Festival 2021; the global leadership, AI, transformation festival. In this interview Claire Oatway founder of neon juno speaks with me about organisational resilience; the conversation touches on many aspects of Exponential Leadership and practical strategies that leaders can deploy today to 10x their impact. The video playlist of the… Continue reading Building organisational resilience through using anticipatory futures: a conversation with Claire Oatway
Rethinking for Organisational resilience
Rethinking for greater organisational resilience
The organisation that you work for has a purpose; the reason for its existence and the ‘why’ for your actions and efforts. A recognition of the ongoing economic and social turbulence flowing from amongst others; the pandemic, Brexit, and the impact of climate change, should provide an opportunity to reflect on how you and your… Continue reading Rethinking for greater organisational resilience
The Staff College ‘Blue Sky Thinking festival’ presentation 9th February 2021
This is a presentation that aims to provide an introduction to the concept of Organisational resilience, why it is important to build it (especially right now) and how greater absorptive capacity is the foundation for success. It links the role of the coach (either as a leader or as a coach to leaders) in asking… Continue reading The Staff College ‘Blue Sky Thinking festival’ presentation 9th February 2021
Why as a leader you should rethink your organisational resilience
The organisation that you work for has a purpose; the reason for its existence and the ‘why’ for your actions and efforts. The current crisis provides an opportunity to reflect on how you and your colleagues can be hindered in delivering to this purpose by external and internal challenges, and the impact that this has… Continue reading Why as a leader you should rethink your organisational resilience
Leadership coaching through white water turbulence @ Staff college “Blue sky thinking’ festival
Workshop description Rethinking Organisational Resilience The organisation that you lead has a purpose; a deep-felt ambition for the communities you serve. These current times are providing challenges to your ability to deliver to your purpose; you may feel constantly ‘knocked off course’. By rethinking, building and maintaining organisational resilience you will be able to move… Continue reading Leadership coaching through white water turbulence @ Staff college “Blue sky thinking’ festival