Tag Archives: Business Strategy

Three Ways to Develop Strategic Thinking Skills

Posted on December 3, 2019 by David Shedd

Strategic thinking skills differentiate middle-level managers from effective upper level leaders.  With excellent strategic thinking skills, the leader is able to make effective decisions that benefit their companies in both the short and long term. Developing strategic thinking skills requires … Continue reading →

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5 Steps to Creating a Unique Strategic Vision

Posted on May 2, 2017 by David Shedd

Today, companies struggle to consistently increase sales and profits faster than the overall market. In too many cases, these companies lack a unique strategic vision that would differentiate the company and its products and services from the competition. Instead, their … Continue reading →

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Understanding Michael Porter: An Indispensable Handbook on Strategy

Posted on April 17, 2012 by David Shedd

Published in December 2011, Joan Magretta’s Understanding Michael Porter: The Essential Guide to Competition and Strategy, is an excellent and timely book about business strategy. It discusses the ideas and frameworks from the guru of business strategy, Michael Porter. I … Continue reading →

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Blue Ocean Strategy

Posted on January 10, 2012 by David Shedd

In their book, Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make the Competition Irrelevant, W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne outline a strategy process to create a long-term sustainable competitive advantage. While a bit too full of … Continue reading →

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