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EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 27 MIN

Conducting narratives

from Pomodoro Breaks · host Panigrahi Nirma

This book introduces strategic improvisation and narratives as essential frameworks for modern leadership navigating the complex VUCA world. Traditional management focused on planning is now inadequate. Strategic improvisation combines clear strategy, narrative-driven purpose, and situational adaptation to balance order and chaos. Drawing on insights from jazz music and narrative theory, the framework emphasizes communication and sense-making for effective organizational governance in an era of constant change and uncertainty.

This book introduces strategic improvisation and narratives as essential frameworks for modern leadership navigating the complex VUCA world. Traditional management focused on planning is now inadequate. Strategic improvisation combines clear strategy, narrative-driven purpose, and situational adaptation to balance order and chaos. Drawing on insights from jazz music and narrative theory, the framework emphasizes communication and sense-making for effective organizational governance in an era of constant change and uncertainty.

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