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If you haven’t read the book "The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team" I recommend it. It's a high performance diagnostic tool that can be applied to any team: figure out which level your team struggles with on the pyramid and take actions accordingly. Always start at the lowest...
Coaching is an important leadership skill, and whilst there are many ways to increase your proficiency at coaching an excellent starting point is to read Michael Bungay Stanier's book "The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead...
Is your executive team too big? The size of an executive team can have a significant impact on the success of an organisation. A team that is too large can lead to inefficiencies, communication breakdowns, and suboptimal decision-making. On the other hand, a team that...
As we progress in our careers, our responsibilities evolve towards more strategic and visionary thinking. To excel in this transition, it becomes imperative to relinquish some of the hands-on tasks though delegation. For some leaders, this phase is exciting and...
In the world of business, innovation doesn't always require a bottomless budget. This blog explores the inspiring stories of companies that have defied financial constraints and gives 10 practical tips and strategies for fostering innovation on a budget, proving that...
Crafting local and global strategies is a crucial step in the growth of any organisation. However, it's important to ensure that the local and global strategies are aligned with each other and leverage the capabilities and systems that give the...
Strategy is about asking great questions, consistently and deliberately. Great strategies come from asking questions your competitors aren’t even thinking about yet. In the article “What Strategy Questions Are You Asking?” Roger Martin introduces a dynamic...
The strategic playbook is subject to constant revision necessitating the formulation of a new strategy. However, what many overlook is the symbiotic relationship between strategy and culture. The success of a new strategy hinges on the alignment and evolution of the...
In the dynamic world of business, strategic thinking isn't confined to industry giants alone; small companies, too, can wield it as a powerful tool for success. This blog delves into the narratives of small companies with big strategies, demonstrating that size is no...
Innovation is a vital aspect of any organisation, but there are several factors that can hinder it. Here are some of the most common challenges that organisations face when trying to innovate. If your organisation is struggling to be more innovative, see how many of...