What does it really take to lead with Wisdom?

Key Takeaways & Actions

1. Simplicity wins – delete before you add.
   Run a 30-minute “Stop-Doing” huddle. Ask: What can we eliminate that customers wouldn’t miss? Kill one report or meeting this week.
   
2. Assess risks of action vs. inaction.
   Add a “Cost of Doing Nothing” (CODN) box to proposals. Compare with a quick FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) for balance.
   
3. The real waste is in the white space (waiting, handoffs).
   Track waiting time between steps. Create an “express lane” to cut lead time for urgent requests.
   
4. Model the change you want to see.
   Run a role-play simulation showing current-state pain points. Let leaders feel the waste firsthand.
   
5. Speed matters — kaizen accelerates culture change.
   Pick one process and commit to removing 25–50% of non-value steps within a week. Celebrate visible wins.