During a project meeting, a young team member proudly declared he was “actively waiting.” We laughed, then later realised how profound it was. In a world obsessed with urgency, actively waiting is a quiet form of resilience: staying ready, sharp, and engaged even in stillness. From Mongol warriors to modern teams, it’s a mindset worth exploring.

Visiting Dwórzno Vineyard in Poland sparked reflections on entrepreneurship, resilience, and the value of moving at nature’s pace. In a country where vineyards didn’t exist under communism, this family-run business shows how patience, stress, and long-term vision can shape sustainable growth. Sometimes, deep roots matter more than fast returns.

Two years into writing about resilience, I’ve moved from confidence to humility. The Dunning-Kruger effect reminds us that true learning starts when we realise what we don’t know. Climbing from Mount Stupid through the Valley of Despair to the Slope of Enlightenment takes time: about ten thousand hours. I’m still climbing. Join me on this journey toward deeper understanding of organisational resilience.