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Could AI really destroy humanity? Sep 12, 2023

Among the fears and expectations around AI the big one is that it might destroy humanity.  Unlikely in my view although who...

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Why does AI matter for business leaders Sep 07, 2023

 Some years ago, I published a white paper with research on how Boards were coping with the coming wave of AI.  No one believed the...

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The Future of Leadership is all about the Future Aug 30, 2023

In the past month I have spent time driving on French motorways and travelling on Swiss and Italian trains - they were all impeccable, well kept,...

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Building a Survival Mindset #capabilitydevelopment #defyexpectations #leadership #survivalmindset Aug 30, 2023

 

There are lots of views on the purpose of business – defining purpose has become an industry.  But for all businesses there are...

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Decision Making is a Messy Business Jul 05, 2023

As part of the work that we do with leaders I was asked if I would write a guide to help leaders make decisions. I like to do some research first,...

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The Bonfire of Red Tape Jun 26, 2023

If you are one of those who mutters about the “red tape” and the “Health and Safety” that is holding back Innovation,...

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It’s easier to build on Right than Wrong. #leadershipdevelopment #transformational leadership Jun 21, 2023

We use a leadership diagnostic at Defy Expectations that looks at the key elements of leadership.  It asks a question about the process for...

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The Grit in the Oyster – It’s the price you pay for a pearl. Jun 18, 2023

The life of the Oyster is unpredictable – a few of them grow fantastic pearls, the rest end up with lemon and pepper squeezed on them on a...

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Being a leader in the age of Generative AI. Jun 13, 2023

Those of you who remember tomato ketchup in glass bottles (as opposed to the squeezy kind) will remember how you had to shake and shake the bottle...

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The greatest challenge for today’s leader Jun 02, 2023

 

A quick scan of the headlines in any current media does not make for happy reading.  Climate change (going to wipe out most living...

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The Power of Love in Leadership: How Empathy and Compassion Drive Success  May 31, 2023

Leadership is often associated with strength, determination, and a relentless pursuit of success. But what if there was another way to lead, one...

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"We need some firm management around here" Apr 25, 2023

I once worked for the international arm of a US company at a time when we were going through what was politely known as “reduction in...

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