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Warm Data for Capturing Context

James recently shared an in-person event with me, featuring Nora Bateson, and introduced me to her concept of Warm Data. I'm a believer in the success of data-driven processes. However, I also feel that a strong focus on data can sometimes miss the bigger picture. Many people seem to intuitively

Amazon's Weekly Business Review Featured on Commoncog

This podcast interview offers a compelling look into the Weekly Business Review (WBR), a critical tool in Amazon's leadership playbook. In a 1-2 hour weekly meeting, the leadership reviews a comprehensive set of organizational metrics. It's a cornerstone practice that has helped Amazon to become a leader in data-driven decision-making.

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