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Strategic planning without leadership doesn’t work
Many people I know would rather see the dentist than do planning. Are you one of those? I must admit that I used […]
The 5 W’s and One How of The Systems Thinking Approach®
The term “systems thinking” may be used more than it is understood. At the Haines Centre, it is the basis for all of […]
Creativity as a competitive advantage
“In attempting to create a culture supportive of creativity and innovation, it has been found that one of the best approaches to describe […]
The view from the clouds: using Systems Thinking
Taking action sometimes means stepping back. At the Haines Centre for Strategic Management 8 partners collectively own the business. If you think it […]
Systems Thinking Rides to the Rescue!
With an astonishing 75% of major change efforts failing to achieve their intended results, what can you do to be in the successful […]
5 Characteristics of Strategic Leaders
I teach a “Strategic Thinking for Leaders” workshop. Near the beginning of the session I ask what participants think are the characteristics of […]
Do rules and procedures inspire or inhibit strategic thinking?
“Rules and procedures may be dumb, but they spare you from thinking” quotes Barry Schwartz in his “Our Loss of Wisdom” TED talk. […]
Ballet vs. Hockey – Are you being strategic?
A ballet is choreographed in advance. Each dancer knows their steps, the timing, and their entrances and exits. A hockey game is more […]
Are you working IN the business or ON the business?
Micromanagers work “in” the business, instead of “on” the business. What’s the difference? Working “on” the business means: Being strategic – thinking about […]
The 3 Signs of Micromanagement
Are you a micromanager? Many leaders that I coach were great at their previous jobs: engineers, accountants, IT. Upon promotion to leader, they […]