There is a fundamental problem with many research articles, case studies and business pieces that we read on a regular basis. They are effective in their collection of data, objective analysis and recommendations, but they often lack an important dimension - time. They too often provide a snapshot of the workings of an organization, providing a picture of a set of circumstances stuck in time that all too often becomes outdated as soon as the article has been written. With advances in technology and increased volatility of our times, it seems somehow insufficient to be able to learn anything meaningful from a single dimension. This seems particularly true when it comes to understanding leaders and how they build and sustain their businesses. We can all recall stories of how entrepreneurs had their eureka moment to create a business, or instances where certain leaders dealt with a large crisis for their organization. However, we rarely get to see the full story and peer behind the curtain at what happens on a day-to-day basis. This is especially important when it comes to the motivations of leaders, which may well change over time as their organizations develop and become more complex to run.
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