The next big trend in business is thousands of years old
November through January is a unique time of the year. It’s a time to reflect, connect, celebrate, and set intentions moving forward. It’s also a
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It’s bad, but we can fix it – Crafting a portfolio of climate solutions
Sustainability scientist and professor Kimberly Nicholas summarized the situation well: the planet is warming, we caused it, we’re sure, it’s bad, but we can fix
What quarantining with a toddler taught me about leadership
There are times in life when you know slowing down is the best option. Maybe you need time to rest and re-energize. Or you
Simple ways to improve your next meeting
Working on complex, multidisciplinary problems requires sharing information and making decisions with other people. Meetings can be powerful tools to align on a path forward,
How to master any skill faster
COVID-19 has dramatically changed all of our lives, forcing most individuals and organizations to adapt. It has exposed both systemic problems and the good of
Why productivity hacks and tools aren’t making you more productive
You’re taking on a complex challenge. Maybe you’re launching a new product, service, or business. Or aiming to completely transform how your company operates. You’re
An honest review of SAFe 5.0
If you’re familiar with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), you might have heard about the recent changes. Perhaps you’ve looked at SAFe in the past
2020 Reading List
The yearly RT reading lists are meant to provide a monthly jolt of inspiration as we go about our work transforming organizations and systems to
What your strategic plan is missing
What’s the strategic plan for your organization? You might have a gut reaction to the word “strategy.” It may conjure up images of an offsite
How to change the world (in 10 steps)
There are causes that you care about. Maybe you’re lucky enough to work somewhere with a mission to improve lives or solve a specific problem
6 tips for solving complicated problems
Running a modern enterprise or non-profit is a complex endeavor. Even a relatively small operation relies on a mix of human and technical systems. And
How to reach your portfolio goals faster
You want to build products that your customers love. And an organization that leaves a positive impact on the world. But some days it feels
