Tag Archives: Strategy
Anti-Shark Culture as Strategy at Harvard Business School
Few organizations are as effective at establishing a culture as the Harvard Business School — and it is very deliberate, intentional, and no accident. I am back at Harvard Business School today and being here reminds me of the strategy and hard work the school… Continue reading
Keep Pedaling When You Most Want to Coast
When cycling to the top of a big hill, it is tempting to coast down the other side. However, I have found that in business it is important to keep pedaling when you most feel like coasting. It is often those investments made in a… Continue reading
Economies of Scale — Fundamentals Through Graphics
The Experience Curve Revisiting fundamental business concepts is helpful. Old concepts often have new meaning when viewed after new experiences. Or, as we say at the school where I am a co-owner, “See it with today’s eyes and hear it with today’s ears.” One important,… Continue reading
Enemies of Effective Company Cultures — Ideas from James Heskett
Effective Company Cultures are Vital Building effective company cultures are vital, particularly in success over a long-term and in the creation of longstanding, defensible moats of competitive advantage. I enjoy writing about company cultures because they are so important to a company’s success, but also… Continue reading
Competitive Advantage, Company Culture, and Simon Sinek
Competitive Advantage as Company Culture A powerful competitive advantage, even though it is intangible, can be built through a unique company culture. I have seen it in action, and it is powerful. It works particularly well today because many people prefer to work at a company and make purchases… Continue reading
Make Business Variability Your Friend
Life, nature and business are variable. They rarely travel in straight lines. They are organic. They move up, down, and sideways often on timeframes that you cannot predict or control. Trying to control, manipulate and insulate yourself from these movements can be frustrating and usually… Continue reading
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