Niki Lauda & the Difference Between Talent & Systems
I finally ticked something off my bucket list recently. I went to the Melbourne Grand Prix. The atmosphere was incredible. Tens of thousands of people, the noise of the engines…
Niki Lauda & the Difference Between Talent & Systems
Self-Implementing EOS? Here’s How to Know If You’re Fine-Tuning or Falling Behind
So, you’ve decided to self-implement EOS. You’re smart. Capable. Resourceful. You’ve read Traction. Downloaded the tools. Maybe even run a few Level 10 Meetings. On paper, you’re doing EOS. But…
The Difference Between Running EOS & Living It
I’ve worked with leadership teams who proudly say, “We run EOS.” They have the tools. They have a Scorecard. They set Rocks. They hold Level 10 Meetings. On paper, everything…
Where’s the Cash? How EOS Really Tackles Cash Flow
One of the most common questions I hear from business owners is simple, blunt & completely fair: “But where’s the cash bit?” If you’ve explored different business frameworks, you’ve probably…
When Nice Leadership Starts Costing You Results
Most leaders I work with are good people. They care about their teams. They value harmony. They don’t want to be seen as heavy-handed or controlling. They want to lead…
Why I Don’t Do Regular 1:1s the Way Most Leaders Do
When I tell people I don’t run regular one-on-one meetings, I usually get raised eyebrows. Sometimes concern. Occasionally judgement. It sounds counterintuitive, especially in a world where leadership advice often…
The Quiet Cost of Avoiding Tough Conversations in Leadership Teams
Most leadership teams don’t avoid tough conversations because they’re weak or ineffective. They avoid them because they’re human. They don’t want to upset people. They don’t want to damage relationships.…
EOS & Lean in Manufacturing: How to Make Two Systems Work Together Without Creating Chaos
If you’re leading a growing manufacturing business, there’s a good chance this sounds familiar. You’ve got solid foundations. A capable leadership team. Strong values, often family-led. A real appetite for…
When Leaders End Up Back in the Weeds, the Business Is Telling You Something
Most leaders don’t make a conscious decision to dive back into the weeds. It creeps in. You jump into a client issue because it feels quicker than explaining it. You…
The Silent Killer of Family Businesses: Assumptions No One Talks About
Most people assume family businesses fail because of external forces. Economic downturns. Tough markets. New competitors. Industry disruption. In my experience working with family businesses across Australia & New Zealand,…