One concept that we always need to pay attention to is our differentiation. The key is that we are all unique, but we also have a skill set that is likely very similar to others in our field. In establishing differentiation, you need to really think about how to frame your expertise. Most of the […]
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Sep 15
Your short term/long term
We all probably struggle tremendously with this one specific aspect of balance: Short term versus long term The challenge comes because while we all probably do a little bit of thinking about our long term strategy, but we all are also confronted with the realities of our short term needs. In establishing your strategy and […]
Revisiting real purpose
Just to highlight some other ways that you may be able to add true, tangible value to your clients… It is important not to fixate on one particular outcome, even if you think it is the most important one. Here’s an example, think about a venture capitalist that is taking out positions on different start […]
What’s the point?
Strategy comes down to purpose. In too many cases we think about purpose as some esoteric, lovey dovey, hippie dippy thing…but when you are operating a business, your purpose relates directly to the tangible value you are providing to your clients. Here’s a better way of thinking of that… No value = no business Because […]
A change…may or may not do you good
I took a little liberty in the title with a pretty famous song lyric. If I ever listened to my mom, she would tell me something like a “change is as good as the rest.” But I’m not sure that this is always the case. What I will tell you is that change is constant. […]
A change…may or may not do you good
I took a little liberty in the title with a pretty famous song lyric. If I ever listened to my mom, she would tell me something like a “change is as good as the rest.” But I’m not sure that this is always the case. What I will tell you is that change is constant. […]
Challenging times while growing
One challenge you are lucky to face when you are developing and establishing your strategy is one that is brought about by growth. Usually people will tell you that growing is one of those good challenges to have, and if you re-read the first line, you will see that I just said the same thing. […]