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Guiding Projects to Success In the dynamic world of project management, leadership is not confined to simply overseeing tasks. Project managers play a pivotal role as scope leaders, ensuring that projects stay on course and deliver the desired outcomes. Additionally, […]
The Cornerstone of Successful Scope Definition In the intricate landscape of project management, clarity and precision are paramount. At the heart of this precision lies effective requirements management—the process of defining, documenting, and maintaining project requirements. In this blog, we […]
To my dear Customers, Mentors, and Valued Colleagues, As the festive season unfolds, I am filled with immense gratitude and warmth when I think of the incredible journey we’ve embarked upon together this past year. Our achievements in 2023 have […]
In his book “Industrial Megaprojects: Concepts, Strategies, and Practices for Success”, Dr. Edward W. Merrow emphasizes the importance of establishing a communication plan or project charter in large-scale capital projects. Communications Plan He recommends the following steps for developing an […]
Lafley’s Playing to Win details the importance of creating and developing a sound strategy for every business. He raises 5 critical questions that every organization must be able to answer with confidence. Playing to Win: Takeaway # 1: Winning IS Strategy A […]
Competitive Strategy, Michael E. Porter makes the case that you need a thorough understanding of industry competition to position yourself strategically as a firm. This tenet was a breakthrough when first presented in 1980, and has completely changed how companies […]
One of my favourate authors on leadership, lists the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, that speaks to itself for each leader/aspiring leader! Do you consider yourself a born leader? Few people do – and for good reason. Even if you’re […]
a Winning Business Level Strategy is concerned with the strategic planning and execution of initiatives for business units. Business strategy is considered the ‘middle’ level in the overall strategy hierarchy. Thinking in terms of strategy levels is a useful way of dividing up […]
Using the Power of Simplicity to Succeed Be a hedgehog in business, and embrace simplicity! the Hedgehog Concept is one of the key themes that Jim Collins book Good to Great recommends business leaders focus on. If you could choose […]
Of all the books I have read over the last 10 years, Good to Great by Jim Collins is one of my keystone reference guides – it is just that important a read! In Jim’s previous best seller Built to Last explains […]
“Range” is an Why Generalists triumph in a specialist world, for me, the contest between specialisation and generalisation, has been a very tactile and tangible experience, hence I LOVED learning from David Epstein in his book RANGE. I finished by undergrad, in […]
I first read Stephen Covey’s book 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, in July 2012 whilst on a very challenging assignment in Western Australia, inheriting an off the rails $XXXm project, I felt I needed a miracle. That miracle came […]
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Burning Desire: The Spark of Achievement Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich, written in the aftermath of the Great Depression, remains a counter-cultural masterpiece that challenges conventional wisdom. Many of us yearn for wealth and financial independence, but mere wishing […]
I was recently reviewing some old notes and ran across a comment made by David Merkel from the Aleph Blog back in 2013. The discussion centered around the impact of volatility on investment disciplines. The most important concept is that […]
Strategies for Success In an ever-changing business landscape, creating a successful marketing strategy requires more than just great products or services. It demands a comprehensive approach that addresses every aspect of how your brand interacts with its audience. This is […]
When customers decide to engage with a brand, they look for cues that demonstrate quality, reliability, and value. This is where Physical Evidence, one of the Seven Ps of Marketing, plays a vital role. Physical Evidence refers to the tangible […]
The Art and Science of Promotion Promotion is where marketing strategy meets execution. It’s the process of communicating the value of your product or service to your target audience in ways that resonate and compel action. With so many channels […]
The Importance of ‘Place’ in Marketing In the marketing mix, “Place” is more than just where your product is sold. It’s about ensuring that your product or service is available at the right time, in the right location, and through […]
