The Hidden Friction That Quietly Breaks Companies Over Time

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It’s rarely the headline risk. From misaligned incentives to slow decision-making, this episode dives into the subtle failure points that compound over time, and how great teams spot them early.

Episode Summary

It’s rarely the headline risk. From misaligned incentives to slow decision-making, this episode dives into the subtle failure points that compound over time, and how great teams spot them early.

Show Notes

  • The hidden risks that don’t show up in board decks

  • Misalignment: where it starts and how it spreads

  • Decision-making bottlenecks and organizational drag

  • Culture drift and its downstream impact

  • How small issues compound into real problems

  • Practical ways to identify and address failure points early

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