Simon says: Why a collective purpose is more useful than a vision statement
One of the most common mistakes when it comes to identifying collective purpose is that we confuse it with an organisation’s vision.
Simon Says: The foundation of any strategy is shared understanding
Last week, I shared my strategic planning model called The Strategic Planning Pyramid (the name is accurate, if not a little obvious).
Simon Says: I’m at your service
December and January are generally quiet months for consultancy types like me.
Simon Says: Is this your Olympic year?
As leaders, there are different cycles in the work we undertake.
’Tis the season for reflection
For most of human history, we have understood that different seasons require us to have a different focus.
Doing strategy isn’t the same as being strategic
This post was inspired by an exchange I had recently with a client of mine, Rob Cornish.
Your strategy is already broken (and that’s OK)
Strategic and organisational planning is a time-consuming process.
Who currently gets to do strategy (and who else should you invite)?
Who’s in charge of strategy at your organisation?
Is ‘buy-in’ enough?
gif found at wsj.com At various times we’ve all wanted other people’s buy-in.
