Join Andrew White and Andy Rumbles as they explore the thresholds we encounter in leadership, organisations and life. With candid insights from their own journeys and real-life business examples, they put transitions in the spotlight, sharing the tensions and opportunities that emerge when we find ourselves on the edge of change.
The dance between certainty & uncertainty: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #14
Andrew and Andy explore why thresholds often appear as a clarity problem, and why open disagreement can move organisations further than apparent consensus.
23 Oct 2026
Layoffs, AI & the reinvention of work: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #13
Andrew and Andy explore what is driving mass layoffs, why AI shifts jobs rather than erasing them, and how leaders can redesign work from first principles.
9 Oct 2026
The Woodland: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #12
Andrew and Andy explore the woodland as a metaphor for leadership, strategy and organisational growth, uncovering lessons on stewardship and resilience.
2 Oct 2026
The mat map: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #11
Andrew White and Andy Rumbles introduce the threshold crossing map, a visual tool that turns decades of experience into honest, aligned conversations.
25 Sept 2026
Crossing systemic thresholds: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the threshold #10
Andrew and Andy explore how leaders like Novo Nordisk navigate systemic thresholds through experimentation, honesty, psychological safety and resilience.
18 Sept 2026
How AI and automation impact financial markets: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #9
In this episode, Andrew White and Andy Rumbles analyse the profound thresholds facing the London Stock Exchange (LSE), UK financial markets, and the broader economic landscape. They explore systemic challenges, identity shifts, and strategic opportunities in a rapidly changing world.
11 Sept 2026
How leaders reimagine identity and transformation: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #8
In the eighth episode of At the Threshold, Andrew and Andy explore the concept of organisational thresholds, transformation, and the role of leadership in navigating change in the age of AI. They discuss how large organisations like Accenture are reimagining their identity and capabilities to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.
4 Sept 2026
Lessons from Volkswagen: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #7
In this episode of At the Threshold, Andrew White and Andy Rumbles analyse Volkswagen's recent decision to cut 100,000 jobs amid the shift to electric vehicles. They explore the systemic, cultural, and strategic thresholds organisations face during transformation, and the importance of identity shifts, timing, and sensing capabilities in navigating change effectively.
28 Aug 2026
Boeing's crisis and recovery story: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #6
In this episode, Andrew and Andy explore the concept of thresholds in leadership through the case of Boeing's crisis and recovery, reflecting on the lessons learned from Boeing's journey back to trust and engineering excellence after the disastrous crashes of two of their 737 Max aircraft.
They also discuss how crossing thresholds can be messy and the importance of preserving your core identity during this transition.
21 Aug 2026
How to reach your pinnacle of impact: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #5
Andrew and Andy explore the concept of the 'pinnacle' as a mental model for leadership and personal growth. They discuss how this vantage point can help leaders challenge assumptions, renew purpose, and achieve their highest potential.
14 Aug 2026
How organisations can successfully adopt AI: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #4
Andrew White and Andy Rumbles explore the transformative potential of AI, the thresholds organisations face in adopting it, and the profound human and societal implications. This episode offers insights into how companies can navigate the rise of AI effectively.
7 Aug 2026
A guide to transformation: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #3
In the third episode of At the Threshold, Andrew and Andy explore the concept of thresholds in leadership and organisational change. They discuss the different stages of crossing thresholds, building confidence, confronting hard truths, and the inner and outer journeys involved.
17 Jul 2026
The CEO who saved Intel: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #2
In this episode of At the Threshold, Andrew White and Andy Rumbles explore what separates leaders who simply manage change from those who truly transform organisations.
Using the remarkable turnaround at Intel and Nike's ongoing transformation as real-world case studies, they unpack the difference between technical change and human change – and why crossing a leadership threshold requires far more than a new strategy. In this episode, you'll discover:
How Intel rebuilt confidence through decisive leadership.
Why Nike's transformation starts with telling the truth.
The difference between technical execution and human transformation.
Why great leaders cross the threshold before asking others to follow.
How organisations can accelerate change without losing their identity.
Whether you're leading a business, a leadership team, or a major transformation programme, this conversation offers practical insights into building confidence, navigating uncertainty, and creating lasting change.
Learn more about Leadership Thresholds and explore the framework here: https://transcend.space/leadership-thresholds (https://transcend.space/leadership-thresho)
If you found this conversation valuable, please like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with someone leading organisational change.
16 Jul 2026
The leadership trap: Andrew White & Andy Rumbles | At the Threshold #1
In this first episode of At the Threshold, Andrew White and Andy Rumbles explore why transformation is about far more than strategy. Using BP's ongoing transition from an oil company to an energy company as a real-world case study, they unpack the hidden leadership challenges that prevent organisations from moving forward.
From identity and purpose to culture, incentives, and stakeholder alignment, this conversation reveals why so many businesses get stuck between the old world and the new. In this episode, you'll discover:
Why strategy alone doesn't create transformation.
The difference between changing direction and changing identity.
Why organisations often "snap back" to old behaviours.
How leaders can navigate uncertainty while building long-term relevance.
The practical framework behind Leadership Thresholds.
If you're a CEO, executive, founder, or leadership team navigating change, this series is designed to help you lead through complexity with greater clarity and confidence. Learn more about Leadership Thresholds and explore the framework here: https://transcend.space/leadership-thresholds/ (https://transcend.space/leadership-thresholds/)
If you found this conversation valuable, please like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with someone leading organisational change.
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