In the ever-evolving landscape of leadership, the distinction between a leader and a strategic leader becomes increasingly apparent. While foundational leadership skills such as effective communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making form the bedrock of successful leadership, the realm of … [Read more...]
Introducing the Strategic Audit Framework: A Blueprint for Thoughtful Decision-Making
In the dynamic world of business, clarity and strategic foresight are key. That's where the Strategic Audit Framework, developed by me, comes into play. This framework isn't just a tool; it's a conversation starter for teams and leaders committed to deep, strategic thinking. With six dimensions - … [Read more...]
Mastering the Art of Context Setting in Problem Solving
In the realm of innovation and problem-solving, context isn't just a backdrop; it's the compass that guides our journey. Understanding the 'why' and 'how' is pivotal in transforming challenges into opportunities. Let's delve into the art of context setting for effective problem … [Read more...]
Navigating Competitive Waters: The Strategic Choice Between Red and Blue Oceans
In the vast sea of career and business opportunities, the dilemma of choosing where to compete—between the fiercely competitive red oceans and the uncharted blue oceans—often leads to a pivotal crossroads. The conventional wisdom suggests steering clear of crowded markets, where numerous … [Read more...]
A new beginning: EIR at 1125@Carleton
1125@Carleton is an experimental, collaborative virtual and physical space for problem solving, whether focused on new products and services, or addressing irritants or complex “wicked” problems. … [Read more...]
2014 TiECon Canada
Loran Scholars Mentor: A new mentorship challenge
The Loran Scholars Foundation identifies and supports exceptional young Canadians who demonstrate character, service and leadership. … [Read more...]
An evening with Vivek Wadhwa
A little bit about Vivek (borrowed from the TiE Ottawa introduction) Vivek Wadhwa is a Fellow at Arthur & Toni Rembe Rock Center for Corporate Governance, Stanford University; Director of Research at the Center for Entrepreneurship and Research Commercialization at the Pratt School of … [Read more...]
Employer Excellence Award for TalentBridge
Below is the press release that was put out by OCRI today announcing the amazing news I received late yesterday. I am delighted about this :) OTTAWA, ON, March 24, 2010 – TalentBridge, one of OCRI’s most popular youth engagement programs, has received the 2010 Employer Excellence Award for … [Read more...]
TalentBridge revisited: Inspiration from Richard Florida
Richard Florida made a statement about educational institutions in his talk on Friday at the “Creative Leadership Conference”. He said “Education Institutions should be about knowledge discovery and learning”. Allied to that statement he quoted Peter Drucker and mentioned “Research Universities as … [Read more...]