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Adapting to Uncertainty: A Systems Thinking Lens on the Big Beautiful Bill
A Call to Evolve Our Business Models for the World We Actually Live In Let’s talk about the fallout from the so-called Big Beautiful Bill...
Katie Shearn
Jul 44 min read


Rice & Rubber: Rethinking Optimization in an Uncertain World
Life isn’t a rubber problem—it’s a rice one. In a world that rewards optimization, we forget most of life is shaped by uncertainty, not control. Efficiency has its place, but systems thinking taught me to ask: is this a space for precision or permission? Not everything needs fixing—some things need witnessing
Katie Shearn
May 206 min read


The Thinking That Thrives
In a world defined by rapid change and rising complexity, systems thinking offers a way to move from reaction to resilience. It helps leaders see the bigger picture, connect the dots, and design strategies that adapt, evolve, and endure.
Katie Shearn
May 183 min read


Rewiring the System: How One Missed Payment Sparked a $100M Wake-Up Call (Case Study)
A single missed payment nearly triggered $100M in losses—but the real issue was systemic. In this case study, see how systems thinking revealed hidden feedback loops, broke down silos, and turned a fragmented process into a resilient, adaptive operation within the PJM energy market.
Katie Shearn
May 13 min read


The Hidden Power of Redefining Problems: A Systems Thinking Approach
When it feels like there are only a few limited options, systems thinking shows us how to redefine the problem — unlocking smarter, more sustainable solutions. By shifting focus from managing fallout to redesigning the system itself, we create stronger outcomes that last.
Katie Shearn
Apr 285 min read


Welcome to the Insights Hub
Welcome to the Insights Hub Published: April 2025 I’m glad you’re here! This space is where I’ll be sharing thoughts, frameworks, and...
Katie Shearn
Apr 101 min read
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