A few months ago, I lambasted what is known as “template strategy.” This strategic gambit (it’s not really a strategy) is behind vision/mission corporate speak. Often, you see the full structure of vision, mission, and values. I decided this week that, even though I still think corporate vision and mission are more of a fun … Continue reading On corporate values
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The benefits of conducting “premortems” for new business pursuits
Those who work in the A/E/C space know about about the postmortem (or debrief): a glum meeting where the pursuit team attempts to hash out the reasons we didn't win a project. When the client is willing, we get to actually have the meeting with the client and quiz them on our failure. (As useful … Continue reading The benefits of conducting “premortems” for new business pursuits
How to make difficult decisions easier with the Six Thinking Hats
Do we want to buy this house? My wife faced this question over and over again on our house hunt last year. No surprise there, exactly. What was surprising was how quickly we needed to answer that question. The speedy Denver market allowed little, if any, time for reflection. A desirable house would appear on … Continue reading How to make difficult decisions easier with the Six Thinking Hats
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