INNOVATION & STRATEGY

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    INNOVATION STRATEGY: Design Thinking, Lean & Agile

    In today's rapidly evolving landscape, innovation demands both rigour and imagination. Drawing from a decade of facilitation across education, health and environmental sectors, I weave together Design Thinking, Lean and Agile methodologies to create a uniquely potent approach. These innovation sprints aren't just workshops—they're carefully orchestrated journeys that transform how teams perceive and solve challenges, creating lasting capability for innovation that serves both organisation and community.and the needs of communities.

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    COACHING IN THE FLOW OF INNOVATION

    Innovation flourishes when teams feel both challenged and supported. My coaching approach meets people where they are, within the natural rhythm of their work. Through structured yet organic sessions, we illuminate the hidden barriers to innovation while building the confidence to experiment and grow. This 'in-flow' methodology acknowledges that true innovation isn't just about new ideas—it's about transforming how we think, collaborate and embrace uncertainty.

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    TACTICAL CREATIVITY

    Like an athlete's split-second decision that changes the game, tactical creativity is about making inspired choices under real-world constraints. This approach, refined through decades of research in sports psychology and performance, translates powerfully to organisational innovation. By developing this muscle for spontaneous yet strategic thinking, teams learn to turn limitations into launching points for breakthrough solutions.

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    DEEP LISTENING & THE ART of CURIOSITY

    In our rush toward solutions, we often miss the whispered insights that could reshape our understanding. Deep listening and cultivated curiosity aren't just nice-to-have skills—they're the bedrock of meaningful innovation. When we create space for genuine inquiry and attentive presence, we discover opportunities hidden in plain sight. This practice transforms not just how we solve problems, but how we define them in the first place.