In reflecting upon why less than 50% of privately held firms have a strategic plan, it became obvious that a number of different concerns are weighing on the minds of business owners. Regardless of the reason, it is important to bring to the forefront, such that it can be addressed.
Fear #1: Fear of being intimidated […]
A crucial element for a successful Customer Advisory Board is expert facilitation. After months of planning, design, recruitment and preparation for the face-to-face meeting, poor facilitation will undermine planned outcomes and yield less than desirable results.
A facilitator guides and manages discussions at advisory boards and creates the best environment for peer exchange, while ensuring open […]
A strategy is not optional; it’s mandatory to thrive. If you are not clear on what kind of business you want to be, and how you intend to succeed, you will simply end up competing on price.
There are four ways to seek competitive advantage: (1) Product leadership; (2) Price leadership; (3) Convenience leadership; and (4) Service […]
When thinking about the core attributes of a successful leader, it is tempting to make a huge list that is essentially unrealistic and costly to either develop or recruit for. More prudent to focus on the vital few which will serve to ignite and fuel the growth of the organization.
First is Intelligence. There is a growing […]
I wanted to share with you a very personal and real story that my son recently wrote in honor of his mom. It is one of the most moving, revealing and powerful life lessons you will ever encounter about overcoming a tragic loss. In times of need, a combination of people, faith and deep passion […]
