Mark McGrath
Strategist and former Marine Corps officer focused on John Boyd's theories, chief learning officer at AGLX North America, author of The Whirl of Reorientation and co-host of the No Way Out podcast, with expertise applying Boyd's OODA concepts to leadership, training, and information operations.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 1h 41min
Beyond the Loop: Why Everything You Know About OODA May Be Wrong
Mark McGrath, a strategist and former Marine Corps officer, dives deep into John Boyd's OODA loop, challenging the conventional understanding. He emphasizes that the key to success lies in 'orientation'—a dynamic process of updating mental models through destruction and creation. The discussion touches on adaptive decision-making amid uncertainty, the role of cultural perspectives in situational awareness, and the importance of training that fosters innovation rather than rigid conformity. McGrath advocates for strategies that prioritize quality of orientation over mere speed.
Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 3min
Mark McGrath on the OODA Loop, VUCA, the Philosophy of John Boyd, and Bruce Lee
Mark McGrath, an adaptive strategy teacher and Chief Learning Officer at AGLX, shares his expertise on decision-making and adaptability in complex environments. He distills John Boyd's OODA loop and the VUCA framework, emphasizing the importance of continually updating our cognitive software to navigate change effectively. McGrath connects philosophy to action, highlighting how trauma shapes orientation and the need to prioritize people, ideas, and results for organizational success. Discover how turning VUCA into an advantage can lead to innovative solutions.
