Analytical rigor; questioning alignment and consensus
When Alignment Masks Risk Some of the most expensive strategic mistakes aren’t made in chaos. They happen in rooms that feel aligned. When an executive team reaches agreement quickly, it feels like certainty and momentum. Speed and unanimity create energy. They can also create blind spots. Strong internal consensus is often where risk takes root….
As it becomes more embedded in executive workflows, I’m doing a lot of thinking about AI decision-making in governance. As part of that, I’ve been experimenting with a new tool called Critical Thinking Bot. What caught my attention about it wasn’t speed or output quality. It was the premise: it’s explicitly designed to s l…
The Strategist’s Edge This is an occasional series about how to lead with intent, nuance, and purpose, whether you’re building brands, guiding teams, or making decisions that matter. Check out the rest of the series here. Whether or not “strategist” is your title, a core part of leading smart, effective agency work is helping ideas…