Beware basic instinct
A fight-or-flight response to AI is understandable, but unwise. In his seminal business book Thinking, Fast and Slow, Daniel…
Vitalizing ecosystems
Innovative businesses position themselves at the heart of networks that draw in both suppliers and customers. In any…
The design activists
The disruption unleashed by the global transition into a new era challenges leaders to build a better future….
Fail well – not fast
Don’t abandon failure. Rethink it. Managing risk means handling uncertainty. Some investments will be losers. Some decisions will…
Beyond ego
Our fundamental sense of identity drives us to attempt to control the world around us – with harmful…
Adventures in finance
Extraordinary life experiences can shape financial decisions. I’ve always worked in finance, and I’ve always been an adventurer….
Deal or no deal
Confronted by endemic uncertainty, organizations need to improve the speed – and the quality – of their decisions….
The human catalyst
A strong Human Capital Factor ignites growth. “I only want to invest in fundamentals.” Such is a common…
The upside of down
High-functioning businesses can thrive even in dysfunctional environments – as success stories from South Africa show. It’s tough…
Accounting reflects, finance projects
Finance leaders know that history is an imperfect guide. When delivering executive education sessions to senior executives, I…
Think critically
AI has made jaw-dropping advances. But beware of its in-built biases and limitations – and remember the value…
The competitive advantage of capabilities
The latest research on financial cycle time underscores the crucial importance of developing corporate capabilities. Is it better…
