The dictionary definition of a catalyst: “A substance that speeds up a chemical reaction or allows it to occur under milder conditions. It achieves this by lowering the activation energy barrier In conversations we regularly hear from senior leaders that things are taking too long to happen. Words like “they don’t take ownership” and “they won’t make decisions” describe the perceived symptoms. I am always worried when blame kicks in, “they don’t, they won’t”. As a senior l

Speed of action should not be confused with speed of thought. Slow down, communicate clearly, listen more and you're more likely to succeed.

Getting started can be hard. Whether it’s launching a new initiative, building a habit, or tackling a long-avoided task, there’s often a...