Ignite

Organizations love the feeling of being in control. We spend weeks in “Planning Theater”, the high-stakes performance where leadership declares dates and teams pretend they are realistic. We use spreadsheets to create a false sense of security while our actual delivery data screams a different story.

In this high-speed, two-man Ignite talk, Benji and Peter will face off:
One plays the role of the “Corporate Planner” declaring confidence based on gut feel; the other brings the “Measured Reality” of data.

We’ll show you why confidence should be measured, not declared, and how to stop treating organizational planning like a creative writing exercise. Learn how to bridge the gap between “management hope” and “system reality” using the data you already have.

For years I have been working with teams worldwide, experiencing what great teams can achieve. But also seeing that success isn’t just about putting individuals together—it requires the right