Thoughts on Strategy

The list is not the thing

Lists are the most underused and undervalued weapon in building companies and bringing control to them. I use them (with a particular structure) for executing strategy, for managing improvements to…

The dullest word. Structure.

Brilliant ideas are what separate great CEOs from average ones. Not. Most CEOs, and most often founder CEOs, are the visionaries in their companies. And for good reason – it…
The squirrel’s guide to making your strategic goals happen

The squirrel’s guide to making your strategic goals happen

What can a squirrel tell us about meeting our strategic goals? (Stay with me – this isn’t a post to just get pictures of a squirrel onto my blog –…
Sustainability As A Service? For real?

Sustainability As A Service? For real?

You know you need to contribute to a more sustainable planet. But your business is no giant, and you don’t have Unilever’s budget to play with. Is your climate contribution…

Why does your company exist? And why you should care

Why does your company exist? Really. Aside from you, who’d miss it if it disappeared tomorrow? Your team will find other jobs. Your customers other suppliers. Welcome to the world…

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