Strategy is an integrated explanation of how an organization is going to guide its performance into the future. In Part IV of “What is Strategy?” we put everything together. You have chosen your future with your Vision & Strategic Goals, and you have discerned your SWOTs. Your Strategy answers the question “How do we get from there (your Current Reality) to here (your … [Read more...] about What is Strategy? Part IV
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What is Strategy? Part III
Strategy is an integrated explanation of how an organization is going to guide its performance into the future. In Part III of "What is Strategy?" we consider your current reality. Once you have identified the future to which you are headed (e.g., Vision, Goals) then the obvious question is “How are we going to get there?” But don’t start brainstorming just yet. Before … [Read more...] about What is Strategy? Part III
What is Strategy? Part II
Strategy is an integrated explanation of how an organization is going to guide its performance into the future. In installment #2 of “What is Strategy?” we consider an organization’s future. If Strategy guides performance “into the future, ” then an obvious question is “Where are you going?” To answer that question, I first suggest that an organization identify its Mission … [Read more...] about What is Strategy? Part II
What is Strategy?
Strategy is an integrated explanation of how an organization is going to guide its performance into the future. That’s my basic definition. This is the beginning of a blog series that will elaborate on this definition. Let’s start with the big picture first. I have reviewed hundreds of “strategic planning” documents from organizations. And most of them don’t include much … [Read more...] about What is Strategy?
Multitasking is the Enemy
And yet, it is like an addiction. Aided and abetted by our numerous devices, we all do it. I am not going to try to convince you to go cold turkey and stop totally. But I am going to point out what we all sacrifice when we multitask: creativity and strategic thinking. We know that multitasking robs us of focus. None of us would be very happy if the doctor performing … [Read more...] about Multitasking is the Enemy