As a leader, you need to provide your organisation with a clear path for the future. But you also hate changing direction in mid-stream. Some say you shouldn’t bother to make any long-term plans in the first place, but is that the Read More
You may have heard of Dr. Richard Rumelt. Or maybe you have heard of his breakthrough idea that at the heart of every great strategy is a crux that was identified and targeted by the strategist who came up with it. But Read More
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As a leader, you are a bit nervous about making public commitments to Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGs). You fear that from the moment they are announced, people’s eyes will start rolling. Their “Here-We-Go-Again” impulse kicks in, dooming the aspiration to the Read More
Your company is dealing with a significant challenge. Due to the complexity of the issue, it’s hard to determine the right path forward. This is an intellectual puzzle that needs the attention of analytic minds. But is finding the optimal answer your Read More
“Francis”, clients sometimes ask, “Why do you recommend a two-day strategy retreat?” Usually, they want to get the most from their workshop, but also don’t wish to waste a moment. After all, top executive time is quite expensive. Assuming that your company Read More
You don’t normally think for long about the lasting impact your actions have on unknown business colleagues. This is particularly true if they haven’t even been born. But is there a reason to consider far-future generations of leadership in your company? See Read More
Is Short-Termism the Real Enemy of Sustainability? Is the Cure Better Strategic Planning? Should It Be? In this live, Ask the ESG Experts, we will discuss how short-termism can hinder long-term value and ruin the planet. As a highly sought-after consultant and Read More
You finally have time to look back at outputs from prior strategic planning retreats. A quick glance reveals an approach they used which includes “pillars”. If so, be aware: there are some drawbacks to this technique that could lead to a weak Read More
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