Nobody Wants to Say It Out Loud: The Trust Deficit Is Breaking Communities
Everybody has a villain. Ask a resident of a growing community in the Edmonton Metro Region about the new development going up on the edge of their neighbourhood, and you’ll hear about greedy developers squeezing every square foot for profit. Ask a developer about the same project, and you’ll hear about residents who want affordability […]
The Compass We’ve Ignored: Kate Raworth, Doughnut Economics, and the Intelligence Gap in Community Development
A Conversation That Wouldn’t Leave Me Alone I’ve been following Kate Raworth’s work for years. Long before Doughnut Economics became a reference point in policy circles and business schools, her 2012 Oxfam paper landed differently for me than most economic writing did and not because it offered a perfect prescription, but because it asked better […]
Municipal Intelligence · Legislative Watch Bill 28 Is on the Table. What Happens Next Will Tell You Everything About the Municipalities You’re Betting On. Alberta’s proposed Municipal Affairs and Housing Statutes Amendment Act was introduced April 2, 2026. It hasn’t passed yet, but the window between introduction and Royal Assent is already revealing which councils […]
The Risk Alignment Advantage: Turning “Gut Feeling” into Strategic Clarity
We’ve all been in that room. A major decision is on the table; a new policy, a significant investment, or a shift in departmental strategy. On the surface, everyone is looking at the same data. But beneath the surface, a completely different conversation is happening. One person sees a “calculated move.” Another sees a “reckless […]
From Commander to Curator: The New Mandate for Systemic Leadership
We are currently witnessing the collapse of the “Hero Leader.” For decades, our businesses, political institutions, and communities have been built on the “Great Man Theory”—the idea that a single, charismatic genius at the top can solve any problem through sheer will and top-down command. But in the face of today’s “polycrisis”—a tangle of interconnected […]
A New Year Won’t Fix Broken Systems: What Organizations Actually Need to Address in 2026
Most organizations kick off each year with big goals, fresh strategic plans, and renewed optimism without fixing what actually undermined their performance last year. The result? New resolutions wrapped around the same misaligned systems, strained relationships, and unresolved power dynamics that stall progress and erode trust. Why “Strategic Plans” Fail — Even When They’re Thorough […]
In the Age of AI, Are We Automating Away the Soul of Leadership?
Why replacing 1:1 meetings with AI isn’t the evolution we need—and how Egoless Leadership offers a more human path forward. There’s a growing buzz about AI in the workplace—and much of it is warranted. Automation can remove redundant tasks, streamline scheduling, and even track performance more efficiently than we ever imagined. But when articles like […]
Are Leaders Getting Worse? A Crisis of Leadership in Politics and Business
Someone asked me recently, “Has leadership always been about beating people down, or are leaders getting worse?” My answer: leaders are getting worse. Let me explain. The Decline of Leadership in Politics Leadership, at its core, should be about vision, integrity, and guiding people toward a better future. However, in politics, we are witnessing an unprecedented […]
The Quiet Power of Leadership: Leading without a title
Leadership is often misunderstood. It’s not about titles, authority, or managing people. It’s about influence, inspiration, and the ability to create positive change. At its core, leadership is a human-centered practice—it’s about understanding people, connecting with them, and empowering them to achieve shared goals. Whether you’re guiding a team, leading a project, or simply influencing […]
When the World Feels Like It’s Falling Apart, Community Is What Holds Us Together
Let’s face it: life feels heavy right now. Between economic uncertainty, social unrest, and the constant noise of the digital world, it’s easy to feel unmoored. We’re spending more time online than ever before, yet we’ve never felt more disconnected. Scrolling through social media or doom-watching the news might feel like connection, but it’s not. […]