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Sportsmanship and the Frustration of Watching the Rulebook Bend

Sportsmanship and the Frustration of Watching the Rulebook Bend

This weekend’s F1 race in Canada reminded me why I love sport — and why I sometimes lose faith in it. When the rulebook bends for strategy, fairness takes a hit. A reflection on gamesmanship, inconsistent penalties, and why sportsmanship still matters.

Why One Focused Session Can Be More Valuable Than a Longterm Project

Why One Focused Session Can Be More Valuable Than a Longterm Project

Long-term consulting isn’t always the answer. In this post, I explore why a single focused session can often unlock more clarity and momentum than months of ongoing support — and why staying slightly outside the day-to-day might be the key to real strategic value.

When the Engine Stalls: Finding Clarity in the Quiet Hours together

When the Engine Stalls: Finding Clarity in the Quiet Hours together

When sales stall and teams lose focus, most leaders double down on doing more — instead of stepping back. This post explores how the Revenue Engine Reset creates space for clarity, alignment, and growth through focused strategy sprints held outside regular hours.

Smart Grids Start Local—But Their Impact Should Be Portfolio-Wide

Smart Grids Start Local—But Their Impact Should Be Portfolio-Wide

The EKZ OrtsNetz pilot in Winkel shows how intelligent grid technology can reduce infrastructure strain—but the bigger opportunity lies with real estate portfolio owners. Smart grids aren’t just utility infrastructure—they’re a strategic asset waiting to be deployed at scale.

Tomatoes, Sunlight, and Systems Thinking: What a Greenhouse in Aargau Can Teach Us About the Energy Transition

Tomatoes, Sunlight, and Systems Thinking: What a Greenhouse in Aargau Can Teach Us About the Energy Transition

Energy transition doesn’t have to mean disruption. Sometimes, it’s as simple—and powerful—as letting tomatoes and technology grow under the same roof.

The Military’s Carbon Blind Spot: Security, Secrecy, and Sustainability

The Military’s Carbon Blind Spot: Security, Secrecy, and Sustainability

The military’s role in climate action is a blind spot we cannot ignore, according to Ajit Niranjan. While transparency may be limited by security concerns, it’s time to ask how defence spending can also drive green innovation and reduce long-term risks.

Storage is the New Currency of the Energy Transition

Storage is the New Currency of the Energy Transition

Storage is the new currency of the energy market. While solar energy has made us producers, storage will determine who holds the real power in the energy transition. Opinion piece.