by Adriana McLane | Sep 15, 2025 | Creating Capacity/Productivity, Strategy Execution
Einstein allegedly called compound interest the eighth wonder of the world. “He who understands it, earns it. He who doesn't, pays it.” Here's what most business leaders miss: that same principle working in their retirement accounts can revolutionize their...
by Adriana McLane | Sep 4, 2025 | Creating Capacity/Productivity, Strategy Execution
You walk into the office Monday morning energized by a great weekend and a game-changing idea. Maybe it's a new value-added service that would set you apart from competitors, or a warehouse optimization that could slash fulfillment costs by 30%. You can see exactly...
by Adriana McLane | Aug 17, 2025 | Making Strategy Meaningful, Strategy Execution
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...
by Adriana McLane | Aug 12, 2025 | Making Strategy Meaningful, Strategy Execution
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...
by Adriana McLane | Aug 5, 2025 | Making Strategy Meaningful, Strategy Execution
One of the biggest reasons strategies fail is because the people closest to the customer are often the furthest from the strategic planning process. While executives debate market trends in conference rooms, frontline teams deal with the actual customers,...
by Adriana McLane | Jul 30, 2025 | Making Strategy Meaningful, Strategy Execution
The midpoint of the year isn't just a time to check boxes; it's a critical strategic pivot point where you can use the RISE Method to build a focused, 90-day Q3 action plan that drives tangible results and sets the stage for a strong year-end finish. Position for...
