February 20, 2018
What Is Needed for Real Enterprise Transformation
I want to begin with three business truths. The first is that most companies will need to fundamentally change to better serve customers. The second is that the transformation…
Strategy
Take a goal-first approach so you always know where you are headed. This will ensure you will achieve more and be pleased by where you end up — no matter what you work on. Find practical advice on setting the right objectives and initiatives.
February 13, 2018
The 3 Types of Enterprise Transformation
What does transformation really mean? Merriam-Webster dictionary offers a grounded and elegant definition: “The act or process of changing completely.” Interestingly, I am not the…
February 7, 2018
10 Business and Strategy Books for Curious Product Managers
“I am just too busy to read.” This is what people usually say when I ask for book recommendations. But are you really too busy? I would argue that there are things you could…
February 6, 2018
Why This CEO Does Not Believe in Digital Transformation
I recently asked people on LinkedIn to explain how their companies are trying to achieve meaningful organizational change. Most said with “greater efficiency” through “digital…
February 1, 2018
The Founder’s Paradox: So You Want a Team of Superstars?
Pelé. Beyonce. Chavez. Oprah. Salk. Magic. There are some names that require no explanation. You know exactly who these superstars are. The level of talent and impact supersede the…
August 1, 2017
The 10 Main Components of a Business Model
I learned how to write business models in graduate school. Although, it really felt more like writing long and complicated novels. I once spent three months working on one for a…
July 6, 2017
How Not to Scale Your Startup
It started with two people in a garage. The quintessential beginning we hear about many startups. And for good reason — you do not start out with 100 people. Companies begin with a…
May 9, 2017
Why This CEO Says “No” to Venture Capital
“Can we grab coffee on Tuesday or Thursday next week?” This is the sign-off on so many email pitches from associates at venture capital firms who are sourcing deals. Deals — yep,…