December 31, 2025

A LEADER’S LETTER FOR 2026

December 31, 2025

This annual leadership letter reflects on what leaders must nurture in 2026 - dignity, accountability, agency, capability, and capacity - while building cultures of optimism amid accelerating uncertainty.

Hilton Barbour

November 12, 2025

AI Déjà Vu: Escaping the Digital Transformation Loop

Hilton Barbour

November 12, 2025

AI Déjà Vu: Escaping the Digital Transformation Loop

After years studying digital transformation, a familiar pattern is emerging around AI. This post explores why leadership, culture, and human behaviour - not technology - will determine whether AI delivers real change.

Hilton Barbour

September 25, 2025

Building a Resilient Culture (in wartime)

Hilton Barbour

September 25, 2025

Building a Resilient Culture (in wartime)

This post explores how leaders can build resilient cultures during prolonged uncertainty by doubling down on accountability, transparency, and agency rather than fear-based austerity.