Recently, we had teacher one-on-ones to help set expectations for the school year and address any questions. In addition to dropping off school supplies ... Read More
I love a good oxymoron: Planning for uncertainty Staying together alone Choosing the best worst-case scenario Creating clarity in crisis Letting go as a ... Read More
As recently as two months ago, the landscape of the marketplace was seemingly well settled and balanced with predictable patterns and identified players. However, ... Read More
“Strategy is about making choices, trade-offs; it’s about deliberately choosing to be different.” —Michael Porter “This year just feels different.” It’s one of those ... Read More
When we analyze our businesses, we’re drawn to look at the numbers provided to us by our accountants: cash flow statements, balance sheets, and income statements. And when we look beyond these to other numbers, they are typically derivatives that make up the former reports: sales, gross margin, etc. As managers, we tend to evaluate ... Read More