Onward!
I've left August to join R/GA. Some reasons why, along with a few thoughts on consulting.
Competitive Intensity, Business Models, and Distributed Authority
The correct answer to a question about the level of distributed authority doesn't just respond to the will of the people, or to some theoretical norm – it has to be in conversation with the market dynamics of the industry and the company's position in that market.
Moots Routt Build & Review
I'm normally skeptical of any superlative description of a bike frame, but yeah, Ti really does have a glide-y feel to it.
Assessing Performance in Responsive Orgs
When we surveyed a bunch of organizations, we found that effectiveness was correlated with leadership helping create networks within the org.
The Waning
When the light changes, bike racing gets...prettier, but sadder.
New Bike Day: Garneau Steeple
This is without a doubt the most fun bike I’ve ever owned.
Tested: Specialized Diverge Comp
I gave Specialized's Diverge Comp a test at Rasputitsa in Vermont. It's great!
A Blood-Red Garneau A1
My Garneau A1. It was *so* fast.
What I Learned at Camp
We went to Cycle Smart's Cyclocross Camp, and we learned some things
Creating The Conditions
A corporate retreat day organized around three stories, three games, and three new practices.