“We can’t be our best until you’re your best”

Without any warning, I started to well-up. As Hawkeye confirmed the ball had comfortably caught the sideline, Roger Federer secured his 18th grand slam title and his face lit up with a smile synonymous with a young child. His emotion was…

Seeking the Edge of Chaos

Below is a nice little primer on the “edge of chaos”, revealing that it is here where a system (player/team/club/national sport) can be most adaptive…

“Don’t try to beat them into one system”

Amongst a long and enjoyable conversation with a colleague involved in rugby last week, there was a somewhat sobering moment. He intimated his love for the game, evident since early childhood, had eroded to the point he didn’t really enjoy watching the game…

Innovation: Up Shit Creek Without a Paddle… #1

I failed athletes.

I failed colleagues who needed more than I could give.

I failed people who were following their passion.