How to Make a Transformational Goal Believable
“We will completely transform the way we {insert sweeping phrase that describes a huge part of your business},”
Has a disruptor entered your market? Turn this into good news.
In nearly every industry, companies are confronting new types of competition. The leaders I talk too are worried about new technologies. They’re worried about new competitors, and the new [...]
Avoid Plateaus to Keep Your Competitive Edge
When you’ve just been through a period of intense change or innovation, it’s tempting to take a breather. Our instinct is to let things settle into a steady state. We reach a plateau of learning [...]
Get Inside Your Competitor’s Head, and Win
No matter what business you’re in, and whether the business outlook is bleak or robust, one thing is certain: the success or failure of your strategy hinges on what your competitors choose to [...]
Expect friction, pick customers wisely and recognize small wins on the road to new capabilities
When I first tried kite boarding in January, I wasn’t a particularly fast learner. My enthusiasm and persistence, however, were off the charts. Wild crashes and being dragged through the water, [...]
