Tag: People


  • Fix Architecture Failures: Align Your Teams for Success

    Your architecture isn’t failing because of tools. It’s failing because of 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘀. How often does the following occur? • Beautiful diagrams nobody uses• Standards nobody follows• Roadmaps collecting digital dust It doesn’t matter how big you are or how small, you can have any number of the following: • Enterprise architects• Solution architects• Technical architects…

  • The Importance of Visibility for Effective Leadership

    A recent LinkedIn post supports the idea that ‘walking the floor’ is a valuable tool. It helps in gaining knowledge of the organisation. This is especially true when you are far removed from business operations. Whilst it is true that this approach is definitely a way of gaining knowledge, it serves a far greater purpose.…

  • The Journey Not the Destination

    There are many variations of the the phrase ‘its not the destination that’s important but the journey taken’. This can be taken many ways, for example it could be seen literally as a trans-continental train journey that you sleep through and miss the view out of the window. Another example, taken from my martial arts…

  • A Bird in the Hand

    The old saying goes ‘A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush’. Maybe particularly relevant recently if that bird was a turkey 🙂 As we start the New Year of 2025, it is a good time to consider what we have to be grateful for. Indeed we are often told to cherish…

  • What’s In A Name?

    People often get hung up on job descriptions. They dont represent achievements so do they really matter?

  • Together or not at all

    The modern workplace emphasizes the value of collaboration. Teams pooling their wisdom, experience, and skills can overcome challenges, spark innovation, and achieve beyond individual capabilities. Transparency and trust are essential, while blame culture and backstabbing hinder progress. Cultivating a culture of authenticity, empathy, and collective responsibility is key to fostering a positive work environment.

  • A Dangerous Gamble

    Operating in the name of the Gods? Don’t do it, it is a path to a very poor working experience overall.