The Simplest Strategy Question

I'm always a fan of keeping things simple. And when it comes to creating a strategy to win over and…


Do You Create an Environment of Autonomous Accountability?

“Autonomous accountability” is a term that came to me, in a recent CEO coaching session, when we…


The Power of Celebrating & Iterating

Over the past year, I've been working a lot on foundational content for my next book. One of the…


Jim Collin’s Advice on Building Enduring, Private Equity-Backed Companies

Many CEOs and executives struggle to balance short-term performance with the long-term resilience…


Top & Toxic Test: Do Your Core Values Accurately Reflect the Culture of Your Company?

Core values can be tricky. When I first got involved in strategic planning almost 30 years ago, I…


Building your Personal Master Plan for 2023+

Potentially the most impactful 90 minutes you can spend. In a previous newsletter, we talked about…