So how do I build a WILD and SCARY SWOT

After engaging with a chohort of enthusiastic participants (not pictured above) in our recent Strategies for Growth Seminar at SMU, I was reminded how important and how overlooked the simple SWOT analysis is. And was inspired by “Where the WILD things are” to reconsider how to go about strategic planning.

I believe SWOT the simplest and most powerful tool in your strategic pack.… Read more

If framing is the most important step of problem solving …

… how can I frame a problem better.

Once upon a time building Occupants began complaining about the poor elevator service provided in their building. Waiting times for elevators at peak hours, they said, were excessively long and lift rides were indignantly slow. Several of the tenants threatened to break their leases and move out of the building because of this…

Management authorized a study to determine what would be the best solution.… Read more

How to Turn Your Weaknesses into Strengths

Sorry, this is a bait and switch title…

Realistically,  I don’t think something you are terrible at can become something you are world-class at. Such as a weakness (can’t write)  becomes a strength (brilliant author) …  but before you click away in search of better guidance, WAIT there’s more, I’d like to introduce you to the idea of reframing your weaknesses.… Read more