Book Summaries6 min read
Book Summary: Biased by Dr Jennifer Eberhardt | Free Infographic
A book summary of the 3 big ideas, 2 most compelling quotes and 1 action you can take from Biased by Dr Jennifer Eberhardt.
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Systems Thinking & Complexity2 min read
Leading in Uncertainty with Cynefin – Cognitive Edge
What is the role of leadership in crisis? This article shares the thoughts of thought leaders in complexity and organisation design.
Systems Thinking & Complexity6 min read
Cynefin Foundations Training – A Learning Journal by Toby Sinclair
A learning journal containing my ah-ha moments, puzzles and learning notes as I complete the Cynefin Foundations Online course
Book Summaries8 min read
Book Summary: A Scrum Book by Jeff Sutherland | The Big Ideas and Actions
A book summary highlighting 3 big ideas, 2 compelling quotes and 1 action you can take from A Scrum Book by Jeff Sutherland
Leadership3 min read
Leadership Yoga: A toolkit to build flexibility into how you lead
The best leaders don’t know just one style of leadership—they’re skilled at several, and have the flexibility to switch between styles as the circumstances dictate.
Daniel Goleman – Author: Emotional IntelligenceLeaders today need flexibility more than ever to be able to lead in different contexts. Many defer to personal preferences even if the context requires a shift in approach. Some hold onto command and control style. Others stick to a non-directive approach. Both can be helpful in context.
Leadership5 min read
An Organisation Design Case Study: What is your Optimisation Goal?
What is your organisations optimisation goal? Is it profit, reduce cost, adoption? Find out how one company used Safety as their optimisation goal and discovered some interesting side effects.
Systems Thinking & Complexity4 min read
Cynefin applied to COVID-19 crisis - Navigating a crisis with complexity thinking
Learn how to navigate a crisis using Cynefin, a compelxity sensemaking framework. For example, the importance of informal networks and entanglement.
Book Summaries12 min read
Book Summary: Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday | Big Ideas and Best Quotes
A book summary of the 3 big ideas, 2 compelling quotes and 1 action you can take from Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday.
Coaching2 min read
What is your life compass?
A life compass can help keep you focused and aligned with what is important. It can help you recognise when you have drifted away from your purpose and what brings joy.I’ve been thinking more about my own life compass recently. Two areas have emerged; helping others succeed and mastering emotions. Inspired by Derek Sivers, I’ve found that these succinctly provide the minimum alignment to support my personal reflection and decision making.Below explains a little more about each one and how they m
Book Summaries8 min read
Book Summary: Superfast Lead at Speed by Sophie Devonshire
A book summary of the 3 big ideas, 2 compelling quotes and 1 action from Superfast Lead at Speed by Sophie Devonshire
Facilitation2 min read
8 Virtual Agile Training Activities to Teach Scrum | Using Miro and Kahoot!
Facilitating Virtual Training and Workshops? Here is a collection of virtual training activities that can maximise engagement at your next agile training workshop.
Leadership1 min read
The Leadership Energy Monitor | A self-care tool for leaders
Leaders are fuel for others so it’s important to monitor your energy levels regularly and refuel often.This energy monitor allows you to reflect on your current energy levels and take action to refuel as required.Toby’s Top Tip: Once a week spend 10 minutes scoring your energy across these 9 dimensions. Ask this question for each area:Is this energy area draining, neutral or charging?This simple exercise allows you to take any refuelling actions. It keeps your energy at the right level to lead y