The Art of Complexity Podcast

After several requests from listeners, we offer a more in-depth discussion on the 4 C's of leadership. Join us as we conclude season 2 with how we form our leadership philosophy around these 4 C's.

In this episode, we walk through an effective technique for dealing with the failure that could be (or will be). Premortem Analysis unlocks your thinking about your strategy, project, or team, to see what decisions you may be making now can and will lead to catastrophic failure.

A close cousin to our last episode and technique, 5 Whys is a simple technique to "peel back the onion" until you get at the root cause(s) of WHY things are happening. You can use this individually or in a group/team setting. Join Indy, Roy, and Vince as they explore the effective and vital technique of Applied Critical Thinking.

What a great technique to add to your arsenal. When you can visualize and understand how to see in 4 ways, you gain a direct advantage against complexity and uncertainty. Join us and we explore how to use this technique on a day to day basis.

In this episode, we get to one of the most important techniques to use and master in your day to day decision making. We call it Key Assumption Check. Indy, Roy, and Vince discuss what it is and why it is so important in an ever-changing landscape. Don't overlook this important step and technique in decision making. It is that critical to your success and/or maybe your failure.

On this episode we jump onto a very effective technique to understand and analyze the stakeholders who may be affected by your decisions and actions.

In this episode we jump into our first technique to help you implement Applied Critical Thinking. Problem Restatement is all about opening your perspectives to see things differently.

In this episode we jump right into Applied Critical Thinking. What is it and why should you care? So lean in as we Navigate the Unknown.

In today's episode, we continue our conversation about leadership and decision making in the midst of a crisis. Indy shares with us his "4 C's" Leadership philosophy that is critical for any leader to embody and live out in any situation.  Do you... Have Good Character, doing the right thing Have a good Cognitive model, bend the corner  Have Courage for the organization (not yourself), putting the org first Have Compassion and remember it's people we're dealing with. Join us as we Lean In and Navigate the Unknown

We keep hearing this term "new normal" being throw around because of the extraordinary times we all face. We offer some thoughts on Leadership in crisis that you can use right now in the midst of this global pandemic.

You will be inspired by this interview of Valerie Rivera, Air Force Veteran turned CEO of Take Back Work. Val's story is why I'm doing this podcast...She is someone we can all learn from and emulate with her tenacity and positive attitude throughout everything she does. The story of Val creating her own job in the Air Force as a Command Culture Consultant, is a model for anyone who sees themselves as and "intrapreneur." Her story of leaving the Air Force and venturing into the unknown of achieving her MBA and launching her own endeavor of Take Back Work will challenge you to go after your dreams no matter the obstacles.  Val now has concurrently taken on an endeavor brings a pathway to entrepreneurship for Veterans. If you haven't heard of Bunker Labs, you should check them out. Val is now the city lead for Omaha, NE Bunker Labs as it launches later this year.  Here's a clip from her website: Valerie is on a mission to help organizations create workplace cultures where people thrive. Above all, she loves the thrill of seeing people come to life at work – with renewed purpose, engagement, and initiative. Valerie incorporates best practices in organizational behavior, design thinking, and coaching for change that sticks, and partners with clients to develop practical strategies tailored to their needs. So Lean In with me and be inspired by Val Rivera. To connect with Val and learn more about her projects go to Take Back Work

In today's episode we discuss the ups and downs of entrepreneurship with Debora Sepich, EdD, MBA. Deb is an experienced C-Suite founder of a tech company who thrived throughout the Dot.com boom and bust. She offers some amazing insights into the complex dynamics of a founder team and the importance of building a culture that will last during adversity. Here's what she says about herself: Entrepreneur turned Professor. I Enjoy bringing new products and opportunities to market. If one can be a higher education entrepreneur, then that is what I am. Education needs people who can see the new opportunities, take calculated risks, develop unusual and exciting partnerships and take universities beyond the walls and into the world of work, service and sustainability. That is an exciting place to be. So Lean In with us as Deb shares her wisdom through the Art of Complexity. ------------------------------------ Don't forget to download the Anchor.fm mobile app so you can join us on an episode in our upcoming Q&A segment. For more check out artofcomplexity.com To connect with Dr. Sepich reach out on LinkedIn

From the streets of Beirut--to the sands of Iraq--to the facilities of NASA, today's guest has been through it all. Colonel Joe Dowdy, USMC (retired) joins Roy as they explore complexity and leadership in a variety of places and situations. Joe is a master story teller and you will enjoy this engaging and relevant conversation. He masterfully weaves his "10 Rules of Combat" or leadership that are applicable to any situation you may find yourself within. We want to hear from you...new to the podcast and only available through the Anchor mobile app, will be your ability to ask questions related to the episode or topic. So go to your favorite app store and download the Anchor mobile app (iTunes or Google Play). Search for The Art of Complexity and leave us a message. Your question and our answer may be featured in an upcoming episode. So Lean In and let us hear from you. To download Joe's "Rules of Combat" go to artofcomplexity.com and sign up for our weekly "Lean In" posts and we will send them your way.

How much would you sacrifice for love? Would you go all the way? When is enough—enough? Join your illustrious host, Roy Adams, in this week's episode of The Art of Complexity as he daydreams with fellow friends & creatives exposing the truth of how to clean up the messy middle in... Ep #7 of The Art of complexity: Preposterous Pop-up, A Journey through the messy middle of Love! Show Links: Within Reach - Love Can Project https://daycloudstudios.com/work/within-reach-love-can/ DayCloud Studios (Our favorite design team, who happened to design this podcast) https://daycloudstudios.com Wealth Management https://hileyhunt.com

Lean In... What do you think when you hear the word logistics? UPS? FEDEX? Inherently felt, the word logistics embodies the idea of complexity and how the role of leadership seeks to build trust involving many people, facilities, and supplies. Join your host Roy Adams, as we distinguish the importance of leadership when facing the “wicked” problems logistics in Iraq and Afghanistan with Colonel Clint Taylor, US Army Retired. Subscribe to our weekly update at: artofcomplexity.com Reference: Ted Talk: Tim Brown | Designers--think big Contact Clint Taylor on LinkedIn

The day that will forever be ingrained in her mind started with a simple phone call uttering the worst, “I am so sorry, but there has been an accident”. In Episode #5 of the Art of complexity, your host Roy Adams interviews colleague, friend and educator Dr. AnnMarie Marlier as they demystify the secrets behind the power of relationships through the lens of complexity in higher education. Blog Post: https://medium.com/the-art-of-complexity/shownotes/home Subscribe to our Newsletter: artofcomplexity.com

Are you crazy, or just crazy enough? Do you follow your faith regardless of the naysayers? In Episode #4 of the Art of Complexity, your host Roy Adams interviews change agents and community leaders Glen & Nancy Ellis as they uncover and unlock the unique community-based aspect of complexity in Restoring Community: How risk, persistence, and faith can solve the complex game! Lean In with us Links: May Brothers Building Art of Complexity

Raised to read, to learn, to think and act beyond, Major General (retired) William F. Grimsley understood from a very young age the world is full of complex problems. He learned early in life that he must be in a constant state of recreating himself in order to solve the complex challenges he would face. In Episode #3 of the Art of Complexity, Roy tackles the story of General Grimsley in Growing the next version of you- forming the ethos of leadership.

True intention separates those who speak from those who act. The way we navigate our world personifies who we are and how we solve problems. In Episode #2 of the Art of Complexity, Roy explores the compelling story of Ryan Taylor, entrepreneur and change agent, in navigating the complexity of the conflict minerals space. In our conversation, one key thing emerges—the Art of the Question.

LEAN IN, we have a story to tell you... In this episode we dive into why we've created this podcast and what we hope you will get out of listening. Additionally, We address some of the concepts and terminology around complexity in our day to day professional lives and really get to two major questions: How does complexity work? and How do we deal with complexity in our personal and professional lives? Join military veterans Roy Adams and Vince Lindenmeyer, of GiNOSKO Consulting as they talk about the wicked problems they have faced in their personal and professional lives. artofcomplexity.com