As individuals, the ability to turn important routines into habits is considered by many essential to success. So too is an inquisitive mind that is always exploring. For businesses, these traits are even more important if they are to out-compete…
Birthing Opportunities In Established Businesses
In a start-up, you typically have a great idea and enthusiasm, and then charge into the market headfirst creating your business as you go. In an established business, the challenges of birthing new opportunities can be far greater. Active…
The Secret To Winning In Your Competitive Landscape
The secret to always being able to outcompete your competitors is to set the rules of the game in your favour. And yes you can do this, here’s how. Active Knowledge Questions: What are the competitive rules the players…
The Importance Of Drawing A Fence Around Your Customers
“Who are your customers?” Answer: “Anyone who will buy from us.” This is possibly one of the most ill-considered responses I have ever heard delivered by a C-suite leader in a strategic planning session. Active Knowledge Questions: What are…
How To Conduct Your Strategic Planning Workshop
Strategy is simply how you intend to compete, but there is nothing simple today about competing effectively. That’s why the strategic planning process is one of the most important tools leadership has available to them to outcompete everyone else in…
