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do more of the work that matters mostMost of us spend more time working than we do anything else. That's why I'm obsessed with finding ways to do more of the work that matters most so that our work is more strategic and filled with purpose. This is my mission for FulfillingStrategy.com.
The Crucial Step to Stronger Strategies: Building the Right Capabilities
Last week I shared why October capability assessment matters before finalizing strategic plans. This week, I'm walking you through the specific framework I use with clients—the two types of capabilities we assess and what each one actually means for execution success....
September Strategy, October Reality Check: Do You Have the Capabilities to Execute?
Your September strategy planning created impressive goals. Now comes the question that determines whether they actually work: Do we have what it takes to make this real—the people, systems, and strengths to actually execute what we've planned? Strategic planning...
The Strategic Compound Interest That Multiplies Your Business Results
Great strategic ideas die in the daily grind because leaders wait for perfect blocks of uninterrupted time that rarely come, while competitors who embrace just 30 minutes of daily strategic discipline invest 120 hours annually building systematic advantages. The solution isn't finding more time – it's creating strategic muscle memory through consistent daily practice that trains your brain to operate strategically even amid operational chaos.
Why Great Ideas Die in the Daily Grind (And How to Fix It)
Great strategic ideas die in the daily grind because leaders wait for perfect blocks of uninterrupted time that rarely come, while competitors who embrace just 30 minutes of daily strategic discipline invest 120 hours annually building systematic advantages. The solution isn't finding more time – it's creating strategic muscle memory through consistent daily practice that trains your brain to operate strategically even amid operational chaos.
The $10 Million Question That Can Expose Your Biggest Strategic Blind Spots
Leadership teams spend hours debating strategic priorities, but often struggle to align on what truly matters most. I recently facilitated a simple strategic exercise with a client's leadership team that cut through the noise and revealed both surprising alignment and...
Beyond AI: The Strategic Questions Distribution Leaders Need to Ask
Many executives approach AI with one of two mindsets: either they're overwhelmed by the endless possibilities, or they think implementing a few automation tools means they're covered. Both miss the real strategic challenge. The question isn't whether your company...
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