In our industry, we are so worried about selling ideas that we tend to forget the basics. Some people think that because they’ve written a PowerPoint, they have a plan. Or, because they’ve built a nice spreadsheet on Excel, their business will grow strong and profitable. Just because it looks great in PowerPoint or Excel, [...]
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How’s the relationship with your client doing? What about your family? And your career? Don’t seem to be making any progress? Don’t think you are at your full potential? Feel like stuck in the middle of traffic? May be you are not in the fast lane. At least not in the one that’s the best for you. [...]
Read MoreSacrificing -saying no to something- it’s a critical part in strategy. One of the most difficult parts, actually. And where many managers fail. When talking about strategy, we tend to associate it to focusing. The key for a good strategy is to have a clear direction, and if you stick to it, you will succeed. [...]
Read MoreYou can’t grill without a fire. So if you are looking for great ideas, consensus is not the way to go. You’d better start the fire within your organization. How much friction are you having at your brainstorming sessions? Is your team willing to fight for their ideas? Do people defend themselves (from friction)? Or [...]
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