Leadership in the digital age demands a balance between timeless human qualities—wisdom, courage, empathy—and the innovative use of technology. Ancient wisdom retains its centrality in the practice of
Effective decision-making in a leadership context involves balancing rational analysis, intuition, and moral judgment. Leaders must navigate uncertainty, integrate ethical considerations, and foster collective input while avoiding groupthink. Accountability and
Building high(er)-performing teams involves creating an environment of trust, psychological safety, role clarity, communication, and mutual accountability. Classical thinkers and modern researchers emphasise the importance of open collaboration,
Adaptive leadership requires leaders distinguish between technical problems, which have clear solutions, and adaptive challenges, which demand novel approaches and continuous learning. Adaptive leadership involves situational awareness, stakeholder engagement, and
True strategy requires deep analysis, clear choices, alignment, and continuous learning. Leaders must avoid vague goals and instead create actionable, coherent plans that drive real value and competitive advantage in a complex business environment. A case study of IKEA shows how this approached was
In business, not all 'strategies' are true strategies; many are just vague platitudes offering little guidance. True strategies are specific, actionable, and aligned with organisational goals, enabling effective decision-making and success. Avoiding platitudes requires rigorous analysis, clear choic
Anyone can ask questions, but effective questioning is a leadership skill. Senior leaders must use strategic inquiry—not just operational queries—to guide teams through uncertainty, strengthen decision-making, and foster innovation.
