Adam, I endorse your likening of knowledge to a flame. Makes me think about the literal flame symbolism of the recent Olympics and Paralympics and whether there will be a reframing of mindsets that last beyond the excitement of the event. Closer to home, sharing through storytelling and applied practice is crucial to embedding new learning and behaviours. In corporates, if only more managers would adopt this frame of thinking then a major obstacle to innovation and change would be removed.

In the past, I've reflected on how the maxim Knowledge Equals Power has now been eclipsed by Your Network Equals Power Squared, to demonstrate that the traditional practice of hoarding knowledge is counterproductive in a richly interconnected world.

Howard, thanks for a blog post that caused an enjoyable pause for reflection.