So, what trait matters most for leaders right now? Adaptability. In a world that keeps changing faster than we can predict, adaptability is what allows leaders to stay grounded while adjusting to shifting realities.

A post recently read "It's time to Lead with Courage", and I have been pondering what exactly that means when you have to lead in a continuously changing environment.

That was the day I began to understand what authentic leadership is about. Leadership is not about control or titles; it's about influence and relationships. It's not about being the smartest person in the room or having all the solutions. It's about service, trust, and creating an environment where others can thrive.

One step at a time is better than no steps at all. What became true was that consistency beats intensity every time. So whether it's personal or business growth, remember: progress is found in the next small step you take.

How many beautifully written strategy documents end up filed away, never looked at again? Too many to count. Here’s the truth I’ve seen over and over: a strategy without a culture of learning is like a map with no ability to adapt when the roads change. It looks impressive, but it won’t get you where you need to go.

Over the last 30-plus years of my career, one of the biggest lessons I've had to accept is this: the world never stops changing. Technologies that once took decades to mature and become mainstream now arrive, scale, and disrupt whole industries in just a few years. That pace can feel overwhelming at times. But what it has taught me is that a continuous learning approach is not optional. To stay relevant, being curious is essential for me to survive.

I was reminded at the end of last week of just how important it is to be part of a truly great team, because who you surround yourself with shapes not only your Success, but also your Growth. No one can know, understand, or do everything alone, not even with the help of a good AI assistant!

In many of my conversations with leaders about digital transformation, the conversation inevitably drifts towards tools, platforms, and solutions. Whereas for me the difference between a successful transformation and a stalled transformation isn't the software; it's the taking on of ownership by people.

I've sat through countless conversations where the focus on "digital transformation" is primarily about technology, AI, cloud, automation, or the latest platform. Don't get me wrong, these are important. But in my experience, it's rarely the technology that determines whether change sticks. It's the leadership and the people.

In digital transformation, ambition and ideas are rarely the problem. More often, progress derails because outcomes aren't measured meaningfully or because leaders fail to adapt when the evidence says change is needed.