Illuminations

In an AI world, treating people like resources is a losing game. This post unpacks why human insight—not efficiency—is your real competitive edge.

We’re drowning in data, but real breakthroughs come from insight—not more analysis. In a world run by AI, the edge belongs to teams that see differently, not just think harder.

Great strategy and talented people stall if “static” (unclear priorities, delayed decisions, over-analysis) blocks momentum. Clear that interference, and the same team suddenly moves fast and confidently. Traction turns plans into progress.

This isn’t about expert frameworks or polished keynotes. It’s about real conversations that spark something already in you. I’m not here to lead the change—you are. I just help clear the static, ask sharper questions, and hold space long enough for clarity to surface. I’m not the fire. I’m the spark.

Friction isn’t failure—it’s the fuel. It forces presence, insight, and real change. AI can smooth things over, but the uncomfortable parts often hold the answers. Leaders who embrace tension, not avoid it, unlock the breakthroughs. Friction isn’t the problem—it’s the path.