Strategy

Every organisation has its formal strategies, but what about those unspoken, informal strategies operating behind the scenes? These “shadow strategies” can be a double-edged sword—either driving success or creating obstacles. Despite this reality, have you ever felt like shadow strategies are a taboo topic? It seems everyone acknowledges their existence, yet no one wants to …

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Let’s be honest – from our personal experiences, we all know that achieving success requires more than just following a plan. Yet, many organisations fall into the trap of prioritising rigid project plans, fixed scopes, and traditional leadership approaches, even when they know this might eventually lead to failure. This is especially true in the …

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Design Thinking, rooted in empathy and innovation, is a foundational concept that leverages deep understanding of user needs to drive transformation across industries. This human-centric approach prioritises the emotional and functional requirements of users, ensuring that solutions are not only innovative but also practical and meaningful. To create a culture of innovation and adaptability, organisations …

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Effective strategic thinking and planning are crucial for any organisation aiming to achieve sustained success. However, there is no one-size-fits-all approach, as each organization faces unique challenges and opportunities that require tailored strategies. To assist in this process, I am sharing a brief overview of essential tools, frameworks, and methodologies that go beyond traditional approaches …

Strategic Thinking: 7 Essential Tools, Frameworks, and Methodologies. Read More »

Flow, which is about creating streamlined, uninterrupted, and value-driven processes, is a fundamental concept in Lean methodologies that focuses on optimising the movement of work or materials through the entire production or service delivery system. The goal is to achieve a continuous and balanced flow that aligns with customer demand while minimising waste and inefficiencies. …

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In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective strategy planning is more crucial than ever. I often use sticky notes when leading strategy planning and brainstorming sessions, and surprisingly, many still ask me why I ‘waste my time’ using sticky notes when the discussion can be done verbally and by note-taking, and later sharing notes. The answer? …

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This article was first published on the PMI Central Illinois Chapter website on the 11th April 2024. Introduction Planning is undoubtedly one of the most critical elements for any organisation, and whether it’s project, programme, or portfolio management, several decisions rely on effective planning. While there’s a growing recognition for organisations to embrace customer-centric and …

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What do Airbnb, Dropbox, Instagram, Spotify, Netflix, and X/Twitter have in common? They all leveraged MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) to disrupt their industries and achieve massive success! MVPs aren’t just for startups – they’re powerful tools for organisations of all sizes looking to innovate and stay ahead in today’s competitive landscape. However, there are several …

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As organisations engage in strategy formulation and execution, they often find themselves unintentionally sidelining their key stakeholder – the customer.  By doing so, they create a barrier between themselves and the customer, risking the chance to capitalise on opportunities that could drive both short-term gains and long-term success.  To overcome this challenge, it’s crucial to …

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