Strategy Speak
I had the pleasure of speaking with Daily Herald business columnist Jim Kendall on the evolving role of strategic planning in today’s economic climate. Jim’s article entitled, “How to Develop a Strategic Plan, Then Make it Work,” focused on the challenges many of us face today when it comes to setting a course for our business. Jim astutely pointed out…
The Strategy Sandwich
Ever feel like you’re in the middle of a strategy sandwich? Boy, that peanut butter is hard to get off. In a number of organizations I’ve facilitated strategic planning sessions with this year, the issue of managers getting pushed by strategy on both sides has come up. Mid-level managers say they are asked by senior management to implement strategy and…
