"Teamwork Makes the Dream Work"... Especially in Strategy Execution Strategic execution isn't a solo act; it's a team sport. And just like any team, it thrives on clear roles, open communication, and shared visibility. This blog explores how StrategyBlocks empowers organizations to foster a truly collaborative approach to strategy execution. We'll dive into practical ways [...]
Beat Inflation & Tariffs - A Business Strategy Guide The economic landscape hasn't been a calm lake in recent memory. With fluctuating inflation piling on top of ongoing geopolitical tensions and the new uncertainties surrounding tariffs, businesses are facing a barrage of uncertainty. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, but now is the time to take [...]
Unlocking Potential: V2MOM an Innovative Framework For Strategic Leadership If you’re finding it difficult to align your team around a clear vision, you're not alone. Strategic frameworks can help, but choosing the right one, or blend of, is key. As someone who has always been a fan of theoretical models, I believe they are invaluable [...]
How to Outsmart Chaos: A Guide to Strategic Agility The fresh start of a new year is a great opportunity to examine what's not working well in our organizations. We often work with clients who've been operating under a rigid, static approach to strategy, and they're looking for guidance to transform how they do things. [...]
Set the Stage for Growth: A Strategic Reflection Guide for Year-End In our experience working with a diverse and varied group of clients across multiple industries, we’ve observed a notable trend that has emerged: the traditional practice of establishing a Strategic Plan that conveniently concludes on December 31st is becoming increasingly rare. While it is [...]
Bridging the Gap: Aligning Your Strategic & Financial Plans for Success Things are rarely predictable in the business world. Just when you think you've nailed your business plan, a curveball arrives, tossing your meticulously laid plans into the wind. We all remember 2020. The pandemic's arrival highlighted how quickly external forces can upend even the [...]
Navigating the Market Maze: How the Strategy Clock Can Guide Your Business In today's hyper-competitive marketplace, standing out from the crowd is a constant struggle. With endless options available at a click, consumers are spoilt for choice, and businesses are left scrambling to find their edge. This is where the Strategy Clock, a timeless strategic [...]
Beyond the Numbers: Crafting KPIs That Actually Drive Growth We all know the importance of quantitative measurement in business. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are supposed to be the guiding lights, the north stars that keep us on track toward our goals. But too often, KPIs are chosen haphazardly, based on what's trendy or what competitors [...]
Why Higher Ed Needs a Strategic Shift As far back as 1636, with the founding of Harvard College in Massachusetts, the United States has been a leader in higher education. As Adrian Wooldridge points out in his Bloomberg column, in many respects the US is still considered the global pacemaker for higher ed. After all, [...]
Unlocking Strategic Success: The 6 Dimensions of Strategy Model Are you struggling to create a strategic plan that truly drives results? Many organizations fall short, often focusing solely on the "what" of strategy, neglecting the crucial "how." In this video, Craig, co-founder of StrategyBlocks, talks us through the 6 Dimensions of Strategy Model, a framework [...]
