Long-term Planning Is Irrelevant, If Not a Hindrance Mee-Yan Cheung-Judge

Long-term planning is irrelevant, if not a hindrance. Strategy should not be about the realisation of prior intent, but rather emphasis on the importance of openness to accident, coincidence and serendipity. Strategy in this case is the emergent resultant. Successful strategies, especially in the long term, do not result from fixing an … | Mee-Yan Cheung-Judge Continue reading Long-term Planning Is Irrelevant, If Not a Hindrance Mee-Yan Cheung-Judge

The World Talks The world's biggest dialogue experiment

Gurteen Knowledge Blog   May 30, 2023, 14:21. I have long been a fan of Randomised Coffee Trials (RCTs) — social experiments where people are randomly matched for coffee meetings to facilitate knowledge sharing and relationship building. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, you can learn more about it in my blook. Typically, RCTs are run within organizations … Continue reading The World Talks The world’s biggest dialogue experiment

Finding Value in the Unexpected The hidden power of serendipity in our lives

Gurteen Knowledge Blog   December 20, 2024, 12:34. In a post in my blook, I explore the unexpected yet pivotal role serendipity can play in our lives. Serendipity is about stumbling upon valuable discoveries or connections by chance while pursuing unrelated goals. It’s more than mere luck – it can be influenced and encouraged through specific attitudes and … Continue reading Finding Value in the Unexpected The hidden power of serendipity in our lives

The Power of Serendipity Discover how chance encounters can lead to insights and new opportunities

Serendipity is the unexpected discovery of valuable insights and connections. Yet, in our fast-paced world, we often miss these moments, rushing past unplanned opportunities. By embracing curiosity and diverse interactions, we can increase the likelihood of meaningful, chance encounters that lead to new learning and growth. Continue reading The Power of Serendipity Discover how chance encounters can lead to insights and new opportunities

Introduction: Conversational Environments ** Designing places and spaces for good conversations

Walking Conversations ** The Watercooler Effect Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close People are more productive when they’re alone … but they’re more collaborative and innovative when they’re together. Some of the best ideas come from pulling … Continue reading Introduction: Conversational Environments ** Designing places and spaces for good conversations

The Value of Hallway Conversations The magic of the hallway conversation lies in its spontaneity

The Watercooler Effect Walking Conversations ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Office hallways have traditionally been spaces for quick, informal exchanges among colleagues. However, these brief interactions often go underutilized. By embracing the potential of these … Continue reading The Value of Hallway Conversations The magic of the hallway conversation lies in its spontaneity