Sources of Inspiration

In this thought-provoking book, the question is posed, why do we collectively create results nobody wants? Meeting the challenges of this century requires updating our economic logic and operating system.

The Presencing Institute is an action research platform operating at the intersection of science, consciousness, and profound social and organizational change.

Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. Santiago's journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, of recognizing opportunity and learning to read the omens strewn along life's path, and, most importantly, to follow our dreams.

Otto Scharmer is an action researcher who co-creates innovations in learning and leadership that he delivers through classes and programs at MIT, MITx U.Lab, the Presencing Institute, and through innovation projects with organizations in business, government and civil society around the world.

NESTA backs new ideas to tackle the big challenges of our time, from the pressures of an ageing population to stretched public services and a fast changing job market.

In The Fifth Discipline, Senge describes how companies can rid themselves of the learning “disabilities” that threaten their productivity and success by adopting the strategies of learning organizations—ones in which new and expansive patterns of thinking are nurtured, collective aspiration is set free, and people are continually learning how to create results they truly desire.

Knowmads is a non-formal creative business program based in the Netherlands. They are focused on self-development and entrepreneurship for young professionals who want to make a positive difference in the world.

A connection with nature has the potential to put us on the path of wellbeing. The author weaves scientific evidence with ancient wisdom and spiritual insights to show that now more than ever, we need to return to who we were originally, natural human beings.

Ideo design products, services, and experiences to improve the lives of people in poor and vulnerable communities. They practice human-centered design, a creative approach to problem solving that starts with people and arrives at new solutions tailored to meet their lives.

A book that connects the world of sub-atomic physics with the mystical elements of eastern philosophies. The author reveals that science and consciousness share the same elements of space, time and interconnectedness.

Kaospilot is a hybrid business and design school based in Denmark. They offer a multi-sided education in leadership and entrepreneurship. Their teaching programmes are not designed simply to shape students to fit the future, but to help them create it.

The problems between people, between manager and employers, between companies and their people, between countries could be overcome if we all engaged in true dialogue where listening and embracing differences is critical to finding a more harmonious way of thinking and doing together.