Managing Evaporating Time
Between now and the end of the year, there will be many priorities. As we approach the end of the year, workloads typically intensify....
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Nov 72 min read
Extending Your Honeymoon – New Leader Guide
Successfully driving organisational change requires aligning your direct reports. These key people shape how well change is embraced...
Oct 182 min read
2030 Outlook
The MENTOR LIST invited me to be their 33rd guest. We expected the chat would be for 35 minutes, but it was close to an hour. We...
Oct 102 min read
The Industries to Benefit From Quantum Computing
Quantum computing benefits are transformative for several industries. Research from Gartner, McKinsey, Forrester, and others support...
Sep 272 min read
Data Is at the Core of AI Readiness
Despite AI’s potential, many strategies fail and technical debt is a key contributor . Gartner reports that 85% of AI projects deliver...
Sep 132 min read
What to Consider for Your Organisation Redesign
Several people in my network are now in new roles. A BIG congratulations! In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, executives must...
Sep 42 min read
CIO Fundamentals in a Cost Constrained Environment
Organisations often undergo structural changes during economic pressure, including the reallocation of reporting lines. For Chief...
Aug 302 min read
Incorporating 2030 Tech Trends Into Your Strategy Planning Away Day
Many companies are taking a longer view towards the second half of this decade. They want to stay with emerging trends, and some are...
Aug 232 min read
Building Unity and Momentum with Offsites
Stepping into a new executive role brings both excitement and challenges. As a new leader, you need to earn your team’s trust and build a...
Aug 152 min read
New Leader's Challenge - Legacy Work
Legacy and pointless work often persist in organisations due to a combination of cultural, structural, and psychological factors. It is a...
Aug 82 min read
New Role?
In recent weeks, I've spoken with various executives who have moved into new roles. Here are eight things to consider if you're also...
Aug 21 min read
Trends Influencing Business in 2024
In recent weeks, I've been presenting, discussing, guest podcasting, and pitching my 2030 Tech Trends research. These trends are...
Jul 192 min read
Why Your Strategy Needs to Consider More Than AI
This week, I returned from a very enjoyable family vacation to Greece, a place of personal significance as it's where my wife’s family...
Jun 142 min read
Business Lessons at Family-Owned Italian Restaurant
On a recent work trip, I walked early every morning. My route kept me passing a well-kept and pleasant-looking Italian restaurant. I had...
May 312 min read
Are Only 20% of Small to Mid-Size Organisations Cyber-Secure?
Earlier this week, I presented to 120 COOs at their annual gathering on Cybersecurity. As part of my keynote, I ask everyone to stand and...
May 92 min read
Navigating Your Cybersecurity Complexity
Later this month, I'll be delivering a keynote addressed to 150 Chief Operating Officers. The event brief is to explain cybersecurity in non
Apr 252 min read
Sustainability & Green Tech is Now a True Priority
In 2023, my interactions with over 100 CIOs revealed a significant focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues, with...
Apr 182 min read
What Will 2030 Mean for Your Strategy?
Firstly, thank you to everyone who has shown interest and support in Making Life Happen; the book is a bestseller across multiple...
Mar 271 min read
How Has Your Team Performed This Year?
As we embark on our first holiday break for 2024, it's a natural moment to reflect on our progress and the dynamics within our teams. How...
Mar 71 min read
Are Strategic Timelines and Expectations Shrinking?
As an executive navigating the ever-shifting landscape of technology and business strategy, I've noticed a trend: strategic planning...
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