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Today marks the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 launch to our moon, Luna. Just 8 year earlier, President JF Kennedy made the most inspiring and perhaps quintessential SMART goal: "I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the Moon and returning him safely to the Earth." In another speech, he acknowledged the difficulty by saying, "We choose to go to the Moon... not because it is easy, but because it is hard," emphasizing that it was precisely because it was hard that it was worth doing and worth being inspired to find new boundaries. And boy, did it paid off! Like any adventure into the unknown, it brought unexpected treasures. The Apollo program led to numerous advancements, including materials like Teflon, Velcro, and heat-resistant materials, impacting industries from medical tech to consumer electronics. Satellite communications enabled real-time systems monitoring, transforming weather forecasting, GPS, and telecommunications. But there were other bigger things that changed the modern world. The mission fostered management practices like systems engineering, project management, and risk management, widely adopted today. Imagine that! NASA's innovations in leadership and communication, such as managing communication between flight controllers and the flight director, offer valuable lessons for modern organizations. My favorite example is the voice loops, which facilitated communication among 60 to 150 people at the same time, allowing the flight director to handle at least four conversations simultaneously and relay only critical information to the astronauts through a ground-based astronaut. This efficient system contrasts sharply with our modern reliance on lengthy meetings and email chains, showing we have much to learn about effective communication. As we celebrate this milestone, I'm excited about our return to the Moon through the Artemis project, promising to build on Apollo's legacy and inspire future generations. Apollo 11's legacy extends beyond technology, highlighting engineering's impact on life and management practices, driving innovation in both fields. https://lnkd.in/dVd_S8bx

WHAT APOLLO 11 CAN TEACH YOU ABOUT PRESENTING: Landing on the moon required two modes: auto-pilot, and manual. Believe it or not, your presence has these two modes as well. You’re most normal in auto-pilot mode, and when presenting pressure kicks in, it can be really hard to act like yourself. Dean looks at the Apollo 11 moon landing as a metaphor for how to be yourself under the pressure of presenting. #professionalservices #aec #managementconsulting

The winners in life treat their body as if it were a magnificent spacecraft that gives them the finest transportation and endurance for their lives. #healthcareprofessionals #wellnessjourney #patientcare #healthylifestyle #selfcare #caregiversupport #mentalhealthawareness#healthandwellbeing #healthcareindustry #compassionatecare

Artemis 2 exercise device soars in parabolic flight (photos, video)

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🔍 Did You Know? This month, we’re giving space to the unsung hero behind many innovations. While we all remember the moon landing and Neil Armstrong's 👨🚀 famous words, the software that guided Apollo 11 remains largely uncelebrated. Discover how the Apollo 11 🚀 mission relied on just 64KB 💾 of memory in its guidance computer, navigating to the moon with a margin of error smaller than 0.1%. 👁️💡#DidYouKnow#Software #ContactLens #Precision

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🚀 SpaceX Makes History: Starship Flight 5 Paves the Way to Mars! SpaceX has rewritten the rulebook on space exploration with the triumphant launch of Starship Flight 5. This isn't just a launch; it's a giant leap towards Mars and our future as a multi-planetary species. Key Milestones: • T+0:00: Flawless liftoff • T+2:40: Stage separation & boost back burn • T+6:00: 🎯 Booster lands successfully - A WORLD FIRST! Never before has a booster of this size been caught and landed! • T+7:55: Starship engine cutoff • T+8:50: Starship reaches space 🌎 Why This Matters: 1. 🔴 Mars Mission: This success is a critical step towards SpaceX's ultimate goal - human settlement on Mars. 2. ♻️ Reusability Revolution: The ability to catch and reuse boosters isn't just cool—it's a game-changer for cost-effective space missions. This could dramatically slash the price tag of space travel. 3. 🌌 Multi-Planetary Future: With each successful launch, we're inching closer to becoming a multi-planetary species, potentially within the next decade. The implications are staggering: • Sustainable Space Travel: Lower costs mean more frequent launches and faster progress in space exploration. • Economic Transformation: Reusable technology could open up new industries and opportunities in space. • Scientific Breakthroughs: Increased access to space could accelerate discoveries in various fields. As we celebrate this milestone, one can't help but wonder: Are we witnessing the early days of humanity's expansion beyond Earth? How might our society change as we become a spacefaring civilisation? What do you think about this breakthrough? How do you see it impacting our future on Earth and beyond? Let's discuss this in the comments! 💬 #SpaceX #Starship #MarsColonization #SpaceExploration #FutureOfHumanity #Inovabeing #GenAI #AI Follow me for more insights on cutting-edge tech and space innovations. For in-depth articles, check out my website (link in bio).

As part of the launch of our 'Team Pulse' report, in which we explore the vital elements for high performing teams, we wanted to take a look at famous examples from the past. Today we're taking the PULSE of the Apollo 11 crew, famous for the first landing on the moon 55 years ago and an inspiring example of what can be achieved when teams fulfil their potential. PURPOSE: ✅ An obvious tick in this box - when Neil Armstrong took his first steps on the lunar surface it was the culmination of a journey that began with JFK's famous words "We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard". UNTIY: ✅ The crew of Apollo 11, Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin, were famously very different personalities. All three were incredibly high achieving individuals who were highly competitive and with bucket loads of ambition. This would be the source of division and conflict in many teams but they trusted each other and were an extremely tight unit. LEADERSHIP: ✅ Whilst Armstrong was officially the Commander of the crew and therefore made some of the final decisions related to the mission, he also deferred to either Collins or Aldrin when they were in a better position to lead on a specific step of the journey. SYSTEMS: ✅ The technology involved in the Apollo 11 mission was cutting edge back in 1969 but now it doesn't even compare to the processing power of an average smartphone. The real operating success of this team was in the planning, preparation and intensive training to established clear processes, protocols and agreed ways of working. EVOLUTION: ✅ The success of the first moon landings was ultimately the legacy of all the previous Apollo missions. Each tiny detail from rocket technology through to astronaut nutrition had been carefully calibrated from experiments and testing of previous crews. Furthermore all future Apollo missions that followed built upon the successes of this pioneering team. If you want to know more about what makes a high performing team have a look at our recent report which brings together the latest research as well as our years of experience working IN and WITH teams. https://lnkd.in/eC-cXUEY #teams #highperformingteams #teambuild #highlyeffectiveteams