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Why Consensus Slows You Down — and Consent Moves You Forward
Endless meetings, unclear ownership, and reversed decisions — sound familiar? Many organizations struggle with slow, consensus-based decision-making. In this article, we explore the power of consent-based, integrative decision-making: a practical approach that enables clarity, speed, and shared accountability. Learn how your leadership team can shift from over-discussion to smart, aligned action — starting with one pilot team.
Ambidextrous leadership is the art of leading with both hands—one steady like a cargo ship, the other agile like a speedboat. It’s the ability to maintain structure and clarity while exploring new ideas and navigating change. But the real mastery lies not in doing both at once, but in knowing when to switch modes—and helping your team understand why. Because in a world of constant complexity, the leaders who thrive aren’t just strategic or visionary—they’re both.
In executive coaching, we often focus on performance, strategy, and leadership skills. But sometimes the real breakthrough comes in an unexpected form: self-forgiveness. One CEO I worked with wasn’t just exhausted—he was unconsciously punishing himself for a decision he made years ago. No productivity hack could fix that.
What helped him shift was a simple but powerful method called The Work by Byron Katie. By questioning his most painful thoughts—like “I failed my father”—he discovered a path to clarity, relief, and renewed leadership. Self-forgiveness wasn’t a soft skill. It was the key to leading with strength and integrity again.
Every organisation wants creative people who take initiative and ownership and generally have great ideas. But how are organisations actually encouraging that kind of behaviour? Here’s a bold suggestion: what if we can motivate our people and tackle burnout all at once? Check out the concept of corporate artistry.
If you aren’t a hermit, you’ve probably seen various different versions of the purpose diagram floating around the web. The two most popular versions either have purpose or ikigai in the centre. This post goes into the difference between the two.
Dreaming has a worse reputation than purpose, although every new endeavour, business idea definitely started with someone who dared to dream.
You’ve seen the purpose diagram all over the web and you’re wondering where it came from? I’ve got answers for you.
Research says we’re more scared of being ostracised than of death… So of course, it makes sense that we try and make a good impression by being as professional as possible, right? Except that’s a terrible idea because YOU don’t come across. It’s counter-intuitive but you’ll seem much more professional if you’re vulnerable…
Hiding behind the sofa and not reaching out to the people you admire is a horrible idea. So is writing a very lengthy message that never gets written. Read this article figure out what makes sense and what you shouldn’t do, for the love of all things chocolate.
The test was developed based on 6 years of empirical work with hundreds of entrepreneurs from 20 countries and all walks of life. It shows you where you are, where you are probably not, what may be holding you back and how to potentially think and act, considering what you have…
