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The Game Changing Key to Retention and Productivity in the Face of Declining Morale
Have you read the latest from CNBC? Employee happiness is at a three-year low. This startling revelation from October 2023 isn't just a statistic—it's a wake-up call for business leaders everywhere. As you sip your morning coffee and scan through your company's latest...
Problem Solving Lessons from the Dojo, Stage, and Street
Imagine an orchestra in full swing, a suspenseful detective scene unfolding, and the disciplined calm of a martial arts dojo. At first glance, these scenes might seem worlds apart from the corporate boardroom. Yet, as someone who has walked these diverse paths — over...
Mastering Complexity: Leveraging the Cynefin Framework for Strategic Decision-Making
As part of our Framework Series - we are looking at different models for decision making. In our previous article about the OODA Loop, we discussed how Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act can work for your business. In our post on the WRAP Framework, we looked at...
Unlock Your Business Potential with Toyoda’s 5 Whys: A Comprehensive Guide
As part of our Framework Series - we are looking at different models for decision making. In our previous article about the OODA Loop, we discussed how Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act can work for your business. In our post on the WRAP Framework, we looked at...
Mastering Decision-Making: A Deep Dive into the WRAP Framework
As part of our Framework Series - we are looking at different models for decision making. In our previous article about the OODA Loop, we discussed how Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act can work for your business. Now we take a look at the WRAP Framework....
Is It Time for a COO? A CEO’s Guide to Recognizing the Need for Operational Leadership
The decision to introduce a Chief Operating Officer (COO) into your leadership team can be transformative. Our previous exploration, "The Strategic Timing of Welcoming a Chief Operating Officer," delved into the critical role and timing of incorporating a COO in small...
Synergizing Success: The Vital Partnership of Visionaries and Integrators in the EOS Framework
In the fast-paced and often complex world of business, the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) has emerged as a beacon of clarity and efficiency. At its core, EOS revolves around harnessing the unique strengths of two pivotal roles: the Visionary and the...
What is an Operating Partner and Why You Need One
Did you know that operating partners can increase the value of your portfolio companies by up to 30%? If you are a business owner or a venture capital (VC) firm seeking to amplify your profits, bringing an OP into the fold might be your next strategic move...
Marrying Martial Arts Mastery with Business Strategy
In my journey through life, I've straddled two seemingly disparate worlds – the disciplined realm of traditional martial arts and the strategic, fast-paced sphere of the business executive. With over 30 years dedicated to studying, practicing, and teaching...
The Strategic Asset: Unpacking the Role and Benefits of a Fractional Chief of Staff
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern business, the Chief of Staff (CoS) role has become increasingly prominent. Traditionally seen in political and military spheres, this position has found a vital place in the corporate world. As businesses navigate complex...
Deciding When to Integrate a COO into Your Business Leadership
The Strategic Timing of Welcoming a Chief Operating Officer One of the most critical junctures in a growing business is discerning the appropriate moment to enhance the leadership team with a Chief Operating Officer (COO). This decision is particularly challenging for...
Revolutionizing Leadership: Navigating the New Wave of Fractional COOs, Integrators, and Executive as a Service
The ability to adapt and innovate is not just an asset but a necessity. This holds especially true in the realm of strategic leadership and executive management. Enter the concepts of fractional Chief Operating Officers (COOs), Integrators as defined by the...