Who’s the New Guy? AI isn’t a magic wand or silver bullet. It’s your newest team member, one that happens to be lightning-fast, infuriatingly literal, and prone to making things up when confused. Last month, the Catalyst Leadership Trust assembled to discuss our partner Samudra Group’s AI Odyssey report, diving into how organizations can actually […]

You’ve spotted the AI opportunity. You’ve run the experiments. You’ve seen what’s possible. But now you’re hitting the real challenge every Catalyst knows: getting everyone else to see what you see. Maybe you’ve been experimenting with prompt engineering, using automation to eliminate repetitive tasks, or testing tools that help you move faster with less friction. […]

A few months ago, John Morley would tell you that he had a “smorgasbord of ideas” regarding his career. But two weeks ago, he got every catalysts’ dream job. John used the power of clarity of vision to get where we wanted to go. His job description is literally to change an organization—John is a Business Design […]

We need to talk about the smallest investment in yourself. Because so many people struggle with too much work. From burnout. People who identify as change agents are often doing their catalytic work, in addition to their day job, which can increase the feeling of burnout. Making the investment One of my favorite TedTalks by Nigel […]

I recently interviewed Shannon Lucas, Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Catalyst Constellations and best-selling author, regarding her new book (co-authored with Tracey Lovejoy) and the research leading up to it regarding a unique type of changemaker known as a Catalyst. Read on to find out if you are (or are managing) a Catalyst to gain a […]

If you’re a Catalyst you might never feel “successful” in your work. Like … Ever. During my research with Catalysts I initially asked the question “What makes a Catalyst feel successful?” and after hearing a few people pause … for a long time …. and then say something like “well… Catalysts miigghhttt feel successful if, hmm, if, […]

Welcome to 2025, the Year of the Catalyst! January isn’t just about resolutions – it’s about revolution. If you connect the dots quickly, boldly leap into uncertainty, and see the opportunity for change everywhere – then you are a Catalyst and this is your year. Time to transform those bold ideas into measurable impact. Being a Catalyst is exhilarating, but […]

Key Takeaways: As we enter 2025, executive leaders face a stark reality: the organizations that thrive will be those that can transform at the speed of market change. Regulatory shifts, cultural evolution, and technological breakthroughs aren’t just converging – they’re accelerating. Your competitors are already responding. Are you? This is a pivotal moment: one that […]

Leveling Up: Three Executive Moves that Drive Real Change As a Catalyst, you see possibilities where others see problems. You absorb information rapidly, envision better futures, and can’t stop yourself from moving to action. But raw vision and a high tolerance for chaos won’t drive transformation at scale. If you want to operate at an […]