As a strategy professional I realize there are many tools and models I can apply. I have been researching AI over the past few years. Artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize...
Plan, Systems Thinking
The term “VUCA” has been used since the late 1980s, based upon the leadership theories of Warren Bennis and Burt Nanus. It was first adopted by the U.S military to...
You may feel like the world around you is more uncertain than ever. This causes difficulties in making decisions. However, studies by the HSBC showed that there are five characteristics...
In today's highly interconnected world, strong communication is essential. An effective method to enhance communication strategies is The Systems Thinking Approach® an approach that focuses on the bigger picture and...
"Eat the frog" is a saying that can help you be more productive. Even though this doesn't seem very tasty, the saying comes from a quotation that is sometimes credited...
Every calendar year ends, and I think it's a fantastic moment to take stock of my accomplishments and make some plans for the coming year. A new, bright and shiny year...
Stephen Covey developed his 4-quadrant matrix for effective time management to help prioritize what’s important and focus on that. The matrix is a simple, yet powerful tool to help you...
Systems Thinking is a concept that comes easy and natural to some - I think of First Nations, farmers, biologists, environmentalists, etc. People who see the connections between us and...
I have started writing and coaching on retirement lifestyle planning. Why? I am in those pre-retirement years and as I'm using The Systems Thinking Approach® to help plan the "next chapter"...
How to prepare for the future? You can’t use a crystal ball to see the future, but you can scan the external future environment regularly to be aware of...
I’ve had multiple comments lately that people want to understand Systems Thinking better. Thinking systemically can make your team, organization and life more efficient. And it reduces the dreaded “unintended...