From Reporting to Reimagining: The Real Work of Sustainable Business Strategies
Lately, I’ve come across discussions highlighting the imbalance between resources spent on sustainability reporting versus those dedicated to crafting sustainable strategies. There’s been concern over the significant focus on reporting, often overshadowing the strategic development itself. Explanations often point to the new regulations demanding more resources, especially as companies establish new routines. I’ll be transparent—I […]
The Power of Unplugging: Reconnecting with Your Authentic Self
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the constant barrage of pings, alerts, and notifications. I often see the toll this digital noise takes on our focus and overall well-being. That’s why it’s crucial to intentionally disconnect from distractions—turn off devices, step away from screens, and create space for quiet reflection. […]
Trusting Your Inner Wisdom
Are you tapping into your full potential, or just scratching the surface? Many of us wonder: do I possess wisdom? How do I access it? The truth is, each of us holds innate wisdom within, waiting to be heard. But here’s the catch: to truly listen, we must embrace silence. Amidst the chaos of modern […]
Leadership in a Complex and Volatile World
Guiding Businesses Towards Sustainability To understand the role of leadership in today’s complex and volatile world, we must first grasp the interconnectedness of businesses with their broader ecosystem. This ecosystem, often referred to as the company’s ‘ecosystem,’ encompasses myriad actors, relationships, and processes. It’s a complex web where predicting every component’s reactions remains challenging, making […]
Reflecting on Rain and Rising Waters
Water is the essence of life, a vital elixir that sustains us in myriad ways. Beyond quenching our thirst, it offers respite on hot summer days. Yet, recent times have unveiled a contrasting facet of water—its unruly power. Scandinavia, a region often associated with pristine landscapes, has borne witness to torrents of rain, revealing nature’s […]
Design – The Key to Sustainable Business Development
The definition of design is to develop something with a clear intention to solve a need and to reach a desired result. The word intention is central. Photo: Daniel McCullough on Unsplash The design determines product sustainability When a product or service is designed, the framework is set for how sustainable the product will be […]
Agile Working
The agile approach has become more in demand and adopted, with varying degrees of success in my opinion. After reflecting on when it’s been successful and when it’s been an outright disaster, I’ve zeroed in on a number of critical success factors (CSFs). These are based on my own experience. Photo: Iker Urteaga on Unsplash […]
Develop Your Agility
Agility is the ability to respond quickly and creatively to change. Changes in the world around us arise at an ever faster pace, occasionally enforced by world-changing crises. Agility will be a valuable capability for both leaders and associates to navigate increasingly unchartered waters. Photo: Srikanta H. U on Unsplash Everyone faces change in different […]
