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Execution Quality as a strategic Asset: A Guide for Seasoned Managers in Assessing and Benchmarking

The “Big Idea” propelling this discussion is simple yet transformative: Execution quality isn’t just an operational concern but a strategic imperative that impacts long-term organizational success. In a landscape where change is constant and competition is fierce, having a strategy isn’t enough. The real differentiator lies in how effectively that strategy is turned into action. Execution quality becomes the hidden variable that defines the gap between strategic intention what you expect to achieve and actual outcomes what was actually .… Read more

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Crafting Strategy through Board Games: A Kingdomino Case Study

Engaging learners and teaching strategy effectively can be a challenge, particularly when it comes to entry-level leaders. When I teach strategy, I utilize board games as a dynamic tool to make learning enjoyable, hands-on, and intuitive. While I have a roster of games that work well for mid- to senior-level leaders, I’ve been on a quest to find a game that hits the sweet spot for entry-level learners.… Read more

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Simplicity trumps Complexity when it comes to making things happen

Our contemporary business landscape is has increasingly swift transformations and growing complexity, driven by factors such as rapid technological progress, globalization, evolving consumer preferences, and a volatile competitive climate. Businesses and individuals must comprehend and make decisions amid a vast interconnected network of variables, often with incomplete information and under the pressure of stringent deadlines. Modern business is complex. Within this demanding environment, the potency of simplicity, especially as encapsulated in mental models, should be strikingly evident.… Read more

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A brief history of strategy in my working life

Strategy is like cultivating a garden – it requires careful planning, nurturing, and regular pruning to yield a bountiful harvest. As a seasoned business strategist with 35 years of experience, I’ve witnessed the evolution of the field and the challenges of balancing the drive for newness and complexity with the fundamentals. In this blog post, I’ll share my insights on the history of strategy, the impact it has had on the real world, and how business leaders can approach strategy to improve their performance and cultivate a thriving business ecosystem.… Read more

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Having a strategic discussion that matters

If you’ve ever been in a business meeting where the conversation turned to strategy, you know how quickly things can get confusing. Everyone has their own ideas and opinions, and it can be difficult to have an honest, productive discussion about what your company should be doing.

But fear not, there are ways to have a productive conversation about strategy without getting bogged down in semantics and conflicting viewpoints.… Read more