In my day-to-day work I focus a great deal on concepts like strategy and learning at the organizational and market levels. Over time, I have also become increasingly interested in how these concepts, in combination with an overall sense of purpose, apply at the personal level. “Strategy,” in particular, is intriguing at the personal level. […]
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Back of Envelope Market Assessment with Search
I think one skill entrepreneurial thinkers at any level of any organization need to have is an ability to get a quick read on the markets they are serving or aim to serve. I’ve written before about rapid market research tools, but in the latest episode of the Learning Revolution podcast I highlight a very […]
How to protect yourself from the “Any Given Monday” phenomenon
I was speaking to a committee at a very large, respected association recently when I mentioned the concept of”Any Given Monday.” I didn’t have to say much before I saw a flicker of understanding – and perhaps a bit of fear – in eyes across the room. People knew what I was talking about, and […]
3 Essential Rules for Learning Yourself and Your Business Forward in 2013
We’re turning the corner to the end of the first month of 2013. If you haven’t already, it’s high time to pull back and think about how you are going to build the value of both yourself and your business in 2013. It will come as no surprise that I think active, conscious learning is […]
3 Key Opportunities in the Other 50 Years
Meet Jane. Jane graduates from college at age 22. She’s a smart woman who did well in school, so after a brief stint working, she goes on to get a masters degree. She finishes that degree at age 25. It’s time to head out into the world of work and career. Jane is pretty much […]
The White Magic of Listening to Your Market
Stop jabbering like a magpie. Notice what’s actually happening, not just what you think is happening or wish were happening. Look and listen. – Epictetus A while back a friend gave me a copy of Brian Tracy’s book on advanced selling principles. I found the book relatively useful overall, but one thing about it that […]