Social Mood and Strategy A recent opinion article in New Scientist got me thinking about the influences of strategy. In the article, How Social Mood Moves the World, John Casti explores how many things, including the behavior of the stock market, elections, and buying behavior, reflect the mood of the consumer. This is yet another factor that must be factored into strategic … [Read more...] about Social Mood and Strategy
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How do I know if my company has a good strategy?
How do I know if my company has a good strategy? Cover Photo by Kaboompics .com on Pexels.com I am often asked how a company knows if it has a good strategy. My thoughts: For more serious insights on strategy, click here. … [Read more...] about How do I know if my company has a good strategy?
Top Ten Reasons to Use Scenario Planning
Top Ten Reasons to Use Scenario Planning For more "tens" like the "Top Ten Reasons to Use Scenario Planning" from Serious Insights, click here. … [Read more...] about Top Ten Reasons to Use Scenario Planning
How to Avoid Adopting Meaningless Measurements
How to Avoid Adopting Meaningless Measurements Meaningless measurements waste time. However, measurement offers crucial insight and reports on the success of strategy. Measures report the walking of a chosen path or not. Measurements determine personal and organizational performance. How do people and organizations differentiate between tactical and strategic measurements? … [Read more...] about How to Avoid Adopting Meaningless Measurements
Scenario Planning Focal Questions: The Focus of the Focal Question
Scenario Planning Focal Questions: The Focus of the Focal Question Defining the scenario planning focal question is a crucial part of the scenario planning process. They act as a conceptual boundary. I see focal questions as a key determinant of strategic intent. If an organization isn’t willing to ask a concise question about the future, then they are just as unlikely to … [Read more...] about Scenario Planning Focal Questions: The Focus of the Focal Question