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INNOVATION LEADERSHIP IS PARADOXICAL

ImagineNation

Most of us are aware that both the organisational leadership and cultural paradigms have shifted , due to the accelerating demands of the current global VUCA/BANI operating environment. What is a paradox? Polarity is the preferred term used in long-time practitioner Barry Johnson’s work. Why is it important to navigate a paradox?

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6 Agile Transformation Challenges Facing Post-Pandemic Leaders

Planview

One thing has become clear for organizations in this pandemic era – change is hard, and if you don’t have a transformation plan, you’re more likely to fall victim to one of these common Agile transformation challenges. At the start of 2020, the need for Agile transformation was already knocking on the door of most major organizations.

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Unleash Your Teams Strategic Potential: 10 Ways to Craft the Best Business Strategies

Leapfrogging

The Role of Leadership in Strategy Development Leadership is at the heart of strategy development. Leadership in strategy development means being an architect of change, understanding the unique strengths of your team, and leveraging them to build resilient and dynamic business strategies that withstand the test of time.

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Unleash the Power: Driving Innovation in Executive Teams with Experiential Intelligence

Leapfrogging

Instead, a more holistic approach to leadership intelligence is required—one that includes Experiential Intelligence (XQ). XQ refers to the ability to draw from past experiences, learnings, and insights to make better decisions, solve complex problems, and navigate the uncertainties of the corporate world.

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How to Embed Agile Thinking at Every Level of Your Company

CMOE

Companies often have three levels in the management hierarchy: frontline, mid-level, and senior-level leadership. The leaders at each of these levels perform different duties, but no matter where you sit in the organization, agile thinking matters. Agile thinking has everything to do with shifting the way people think in situations.

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Leading with Connection: Reflections on Modern Leadership

Planview

Connection, alignment, trust, and how they relate to strategy and organizational effectiveness – these were the topics on everyone’s minds at our recent leadership team offsite meeting. Prioritizing Connection Within Our Leadership Team. They can engage in difficult conversations and come out of them stronger.

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It’s Time To Upgrade Your Innovation Management System

Innov8rs

Their systems work effectively and efficiently, but they are also agile enough to seize short-term opportunities. These systems are based on a teachable process and the leadership and people/culture infrastructure, which engage staff and foster collaboration.

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