Thoughts and reflections arising as each day passes, reacting the the noise, and the quiet, of a changing world.

The October Radical Conformity Muse

It’s been a busy first month since taking the leap and going all-in with Radical Conformity on Substack. Still finding my feet, but enjoying every step. It’s very different, freer, more human, and definitely more connected. Already, I’ve met some fascinating writers...

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Influencing with Titles and Status Leaves You Vulnerable

Last week I came across a great post by Elena Calvillo that really got me thinking. You think you need permission to lead. You don’t. Leadership isn’t a title. It’s a choice you make every single day. Start now. Make the decision someone’s avoiding. Ask the question...

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Igniting Quiet Leadership

A great article by Andrea Chiarelli and Kunlum called Asking Differently caught my eye over on Substack last week. It explored how questions can be used for control, and how to change them so they aid learning and development. Well worth a look. Andrea noted: So much...

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The Danger of a Single Point of Failure

Here at Radical Conformity I’m always alert to sharp thinking that reveals deeper risks. This video discussion by Courage Is The Cure and Michael Ginsburg – which I first shared in my earlier note A Simple Way to Raise Awareness of Digital ID – prompted this muse. In...

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When Freedom Demands Discipline

Here at Radical Conformity, I’m always vigilant for ideas from like-minded souls and thought-provoking perspectives on the state of civilisation. An essay by Dark Age Sage, who writes Tales from Thule, titled 'Liberal Boomers Are Savage Tribals,' caught my attention...

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