Inspirational Leadership – Steve Randall

Culture Isn’t What’s Written On The Wall

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

How Leadership Rewards, Shapes True Company Culture

Key Takeaways

Company culture is shaped by daily actions, not slogans.
Rewarding the wrong behaviors will discourage high performers.
Leadership must align rewards with true company values to build trust and accountability.

The Scene: When Reality Conflicts With Culture

08:00, Friday, New York, Broad Street: I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. I could see my teammates swaying uneasily at the back of the crowd, shifting their weight left, right, left, right… We all felt uneasy at what we were witnessing.

Decoding Australia’s Digital World Ranking

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

It’s good but not great.

This afternoon I was reading some articles about Australia’s Digital Competitiveness, what we are doing well and what we are lacking. It got me thinking… Australia, the land of sunshine, stunning beaches, and… well, sometimes questionable internet speeds… is the “lucky country” truly keeping up in the digital race? Digital, AI and business agility is providing us with an opportunity we haven’t seen since the industrial revolution – but we aren’t really making the most of it. This is our time to shine.

A recent report card on Australia’s digital prowess reveals a bit of a mixed bag – some impressive wins, but also some head-scratching weaknesses. Come on Australia, what are we doing?! Let’s dive in and see what’s what.

Australian Business Agility Report: Business Agility Institute

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

How did youi score? The Business Agility Institute‘s annual report provide valuable insights into how organizations are adopting agile practices. Comparing the 2023 and 2024 reports reveals a journey of challenges, recovery, and the critical importance of effective leadership.

Why BCG’s Success is More Than Just Innovation: The Controversial Truths Behind Their Strategy

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

Key Takeaways:

Empathetic Leadership: BCG builds a leadership culture focused on collaboration, growth, and empowering teams.
Innovation & Agility: The company stays ahead with AI, machine learning, and a flexible approach to business challenges.
Customer Focus: BCG prioritizes understanding and adapting to customer needs to build lasting relationships.
Social Responsibility: They integrate sustainability and social impact into their business strategies.
Controversial Perspectives: BCG’s leadership style and customer-centric approach may have limitations and could be viewed as reactive rather than revolutionary.

The Problems BCG Faced

Despite its success, BCG didn’t always have it easy. The consulting industry has been undergoing rapid transformation, with newer, more agile competitors emerging, and the pressure to embrace digital technologies growing. BCG, like many traditional consulting firms, struggled initially to make the leap from its conventional methods to the new digital-first world. Their reliance on legacy business models meant that they had to play catch-up in some areas, particularly in tech-driven solutions like AI and machine learning.

5 Crazy AI Solutions You Won’t Believe Are Real

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes

Unconventional AI Adventures

This morning I was thinking, what the heck are people actually building with AI these days? It’s not just about self-driving cars anymore, is it? Apparently, the answer is way, way more interesting…and probably a little scary.

So, buckle up, because we’re diving deep into some seriously out-there AI applications. Forget about the usual suspects; we’re talking about projects that are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible (and maybe a little bit beyond what’s ethical).

I’m calling BS on the notion that the economy is causing the retail sector to die

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

What’s Killing Retail?

Quick, get the defib, this puppies dead, pupils fixed and dilated. What’s dying is the business model that bad leaders hold tighter than their quarterly earnings. In a lot of instances, our retailers are only alive due to diligent corporate CPR.

What made you relevant last year, won’t make you relevant this year.

The daily list of retail obituaries brings a tear to my eye. Jobs have been lost, money’s been lost and worst of all – a dream has ended – a dream that started with an entrepreneurial spark.

Positive Story: Canva – What can we learn from this ($49 Billion) great Australian company?

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes

“What if we made design easy for everyone?” And just like that, the online design platform reshaped the game.

Design used to mean either paying a hefty fee to a pro or wrangling complicated software, Canva came in and disrupted the game. Here’s how they continue to disrupt and innovate.

Three Top Leadership Tips That Work

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes

My visionary Dad taught me this early in my career.

When I first started leading teams, I believed my value was in having all the answers. But as time went on, I realized something crucial: the strongest leaders are the ones who admit they don’t know it all.

Here’s what my Dad taught, and i’ve learned, that shifted my approach entirely:

Is AI Distorting Your Big Picture?

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes

“I don’t need a generative AI strategy. What I need is an automation strategy,” said Tom Peck, Chief Information and Digital Officer of Sysco.

This hit home for me.

We as professionals know to find solutions to problems so stop searching for problems for AI to solve and start searching for solutions to your problems.

In the rush to adopt AI, we often miss the bigger picture: technology is only valuable when it drives efficiency and real results.

Unlocking Inspirational Leadership: 4 Key Skills to Help You & Your Team Thrive

Estimated Reading Time: 11 minutes

Let’s help you to grow into the inspirational leader your company needs right now. I’ll share a few simple tips that you can use right now, today to start making positive changes.

Customers are changing, employees are changing, markets are changing. The skills that used to work are changing.

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