Executive urges a shift toward adaptive, people-first strategies in complex markets

TACOMA, WA / ACCESS Newswire / August 12, 2025 / With markets becoming more unpredictable and business challenges more complex, respected executive and strategic growth leader Jonathan Kniss is urging companies to focus on agile leadership, operational clarity, and human-focused decision-making. Drawing on decades of experience with Boeing and Quest Integrated, Kniss is speaking out about what leadership really requires in fast-changing times.

"You can't control the pace of the market," said Kniss, "but you can build teams that move fast, stay clear on the mission, and adapt without losing focus."

Kniss's call to action follows the recent spotlight article, "Jonathan Kniss: The Leader Who Builds Stronger Businesses," which details his rise through eight promotions at Boeing and his strategic success growing Qi2 Systems at Quest Integrated.

Why This Message Matters Now

According to a 2024 McKinsey Global Survey, only 10% of executives say their organizations are highly agile, even though 70% agree agility is critical to long-term performance. And in a 2023 PwC CEO survey, 52% of global CEOs said their business model would not be viable in 10 years without major transformation.

Kniss believes the disconnect comes from outdated leadership styles. "The market's changing, but too many leaders are still using 1990s playbooks," he said. "You have to shift. You have to learn. And you need to bring your people with you."

The Three Areas Kniss Is Advocating For

1. Adaptive Strategy Over Static Planning

Traditional long-term plans don't hold up in modern business climates. Kniss says strategic planning must be living, flexible, and team-driven.

"We need to stop seeing strategy as a PowerPoint deck and start seeing it as a system we revisit constantly," Kniss said.

2. Operational Clarity Over Complexity

Too many organizations get lost in layers of red tape and internal noise. Kniss pushes for sharper execution, tighter communication, and clear ownership of outcomes.

"When teams know the goal, the tools, and the why-they move faster and with more purpose," he said. "At Boeing, clarity is what moved big projects forward."

3. People-First Culture Over Short-Term Metrics

Kniss has long believed that results follow strong relationships. He wants more leaders to invest in team trust, cross-functional collaboration, and authentic communication.

"You can't build anything meaningful without your people behind it," he said. "You don't need fancy language-you need alignment and belief."

What Business Leaders Can Do Right Now

Kniss encourages leaders, founders, and managers to take three steps starting this quarter:

• Review your leadership style - Are you driving decisions or building capacity?

• Shorten your strategic feedback loop - Revisit core plans every 30-60 days with real-time data.

• Talk to your teams often-and listen more than you speak.

"Leadership is more listening than telling," Kniss added. "The best ideas often come from the people closest to the problem."

A Mindset for the Future

Kniss isn't calling for more consultants or trend-chasing. He's calling for a mindset change-a return to resilient, thoughtful leadership that scales.

"High performance isn't about perfection-it's about pattern recognition, clear thinking, and human connection," he said.

Whether it's global expansion, product development, or organizational change, Kniss believes every company can improve-if they're willing to lead with purpose, not ego.

Be the Change Inside Your Company

Jonathan Kniss's message is clear: real leadership means being ready to act, willing to change, and able to rally people around what matters. That starts not with a title-but with intention.

"If you're waiting for someone else to fix your company, you're already behind," he said. "Be the one who starts the shift."

CALL TO ACTION

Don't wait for the market to force change. Lead it.
Start by reassessing how your team thinks, moves, and communicates. You don't need permission to build something better-just the courage to act.

Media Contact:
You can read the full interview here.
Email: jonathankniss@emaildn.com

SOURCE: Jonathan Kniss