Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Leaders today know that they need to be agile — to change direction quickly in the face of changing or uncertain conditions. But a byproduct of agility is churn: The confusion and demotivation that comes from many such pivots. This can cause inefficiency that bogs down innovative projects and strategies.

Agile 144

Agile How To Project Change 144

Planview

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Effectively selling Agile to executives is more than just getting the go-ahead for an Agile transformation. Because Agile includes a culture shift and a mindset change, as well as funding, you need executives to truly buy in to the approach. Senior leaders are a significant driver in the success rate of an Agile transformation.

Agile 111

Agile Handbook Leadership Engagement 111

CMOE

MAY 19, 2022

You can’t have strategy without leadership. Strategy formulation requires a clearly defined vision, long-term goals, useful tools, and a plan to win. But without the guidance of an insightful leader who can drive the process, it is difficult to make any strategy a reality. Why Does Strategic Leadership Matter?

Leadership 128

Leadership Strategy Strategy Agile 128

Digital Tonto

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

One of the most frustrating statements I come across is that “we had a good strategy, but just couldn’t execute it.” So how was that a good strategy? This raises an important question: What makes a strategy good? The concept of strategy gets thrown around so much and so incompetently, few stop to define the term.

Strategy 164

Strategy Strategy Agile Project 164

Paul Hobcraft

MARCH 18, 2021

I believe the value of working the seven domains of this framework, named the Leadership Alignment Workmat has significant value within and across any organization. Benefits of applying the Leadership Alignment Work Mat. The Leadership Alignment Work Mat resolves the litmus test. We believe C.E.O’s

Leadership 130

Leadership Engagement Innovation Strategy 130

Paul Hobcraft

AUGUST 10, 2020

If we take the three ‘classic’ strategic thrusts of product leadership, operational excellence, or customer intimacy, then we need to make clear the potentially different emphasis points within any suggested innovation approach that we should take. The need for a real alignment of strategy and innovation.

Learning 246

Learning Innovation Leadership Strategy 246

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 3, 2024

When companies leverage the diverse talents of their Asian workforce, they can evolve into more global, agile, and powerful hubs of innovation and growth.

Leadership 142

Leadership Agile Company Innovation 142

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

Culture is shaped by a variety of factors, including the company’s mission, leadership styles, policies, work environment, and the behavior modeled by those at the top. Moreover, in today’s fast-paced business environment, agility and resilience are essential for long-term success.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Culture Change 100

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Fostering Innovation Through Leadership In the rapidly changing business landscape, fostering innovation is no longer optional but a necessity for survival and growth. This strategy begins with leadership that exemplifies innovative thinking and a willingness to embrace new ideas.

Leadership 100

Leadership Roadmap Innovation Culture 100

Leapfrogging

MAY 8, 2024

Understanding Experiential Intelligence (XQ) The concept of Experiential Intelligence (XQ) is increasingly gaining recognition in the sphere of leadership development. Importance of Experiential Intelligence in Leadership Development In the context of leadership development, XQ plays a vital role in shaping highly effective leaders.

Training 100

Training Leadership Technical Review Agile 100

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

The Age of AI and Business Strategy Understanding AI-Driven Rapid Change In the current landscape, AI-driven technologies are reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace. The agility to adapt to AI advancements is now a vital component of surviving and thriving in the modern marketplace.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Change Underperforming Technical Team 100

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

Introduction to Strategic Thinking in Business The Importance of Strategy in a Disruptive World In today’s business environment, disruption is the new norm. A well-crafted strategy can serve as a compass, guiding your organization through the complexities of a disruptive world and towards sustained success.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Strategy Strategy Technical Review 100

Idea to Value

DECEMBER 13, 2022

2023 could turn out to be one of the hardest for innovation and leadership teams in decades… … or, with the right focused effort, it could be one of the best. Innovation projects often fail because innovation teams, management, leadership and operations are not aligned on what success actually looks like.

How To 288

How To Training Project Innovation 288

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Here’s the downloadable Strategy Uncertainty Map I developed as part of my work with Praxie.com. Some people think being agile is a mindset. Other think it’s an innate leadership skill. If you have the right tools, anyone can both build agility into how you think and make it the foundation of your business processes.

Disruption 130

Disruption Strategy Strategy Trends 130

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

For insights on staying ahead of the curve, consider exploring creating business strategy in a world of AI-driven rapid change. To avoid the pitfalls of a static strategy and ensure your business is future-proof, it’s essential to foster a culture of agility and strategic foresight.

Disruption 100

Disruption Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team 100

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

Innovation is not simply about new ideas; it’s about transforming those ideas into value-creating strategies. Initiating a culture change demands courage, vision, and a steadfast commitment from the leadership team. A culture that supports innovation can lead to increased market share, customer loyalty, and revenue growth.

Culture 130

Culture Change How To Agile 130

Leapfrogging

APRIL 29, 2024

The Importance of Strategic Thinking In the ever-evolving business landscape, the ability to anticipate changes and craft effective strategies is invaluable. As someone responsible for organizing corporate events and leadership programs, you know that developing a strategic mindset in leaders is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Strategic Thinking Leadership 100

Leapfrogging

APRIL 29, 2024

The Importance of Strategic Thinking In the ever-evolving business landscape, the ability to anticipate changes and craft effective strategies is invaluable. As someone responsible for organizing corporate events and leadership programs, you know that developing a strategic mindset in leaders is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Strategic Thinking Leadership 100

Leapfrogging

MAY 9, 2024

Importance of Trust in Leadership In the realm of leadership, trust is not just a soft skill—it’s the very foundation upon which successful teams are built. Why Trust is Vital in Leadership Trust in leadership is the cornerstone of team cohesion and effectiveness.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Collaboration Meeting 100

Idea to Value

MAY 27, 2019

Start-ups are more agile because fewer people decide. To survive and thrive established companies have to choose between two sets of strategies – tart-up or start-up. Tart-up strategies. Tart-up strategies assert that a fix is definitely in order but it doesn’t have to be a big change. Start-up strategies.

Strategy 132

Strategy Strategy Company Innovation 132

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

I encourage you to get it and embrace these strategies, whether you’re running a startup or in a big company. Strategic Speed is defined as the optimal speed for swift strategy deployment and decision-making. You can apply the concept to your company’s strategies. Required is a “grease and glue” model of leadership.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team LEAN 130

Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Importance of Team Collaboration in Today’s Workplace In the contemporary workplace, characterized by rapid technological advancements and a shift towards more agile and remote working conditions, fostering team collaboration has become indispensable. Below are pivotal strategies for nurturing team collaboration.

Collaboration 113

Collaboration Strategy Strategy Guidelines 113

Leapfrogging

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Assessing the Effectiveness of Your Current Business Strategy To see how your business strategy is holding up, dig into a few KPIs. For a deeper dive, see how to marry business strategy and innovation. Competitive Analysis : How’s your strategy stacking up against the Joneses?

Underperforming Technical Team 113

Underperforming Technical Team Strategy Strategy Design Thinking 113

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 22, 2024

Being explicit about ecosystems in the context of organizational strategies provides several distinct advantages compared to traditional approaches. Agile Organizational Structure: Why it Matters: A rigid structure can hinder adaptability. An agile structure allows for quick adjustments to changing conditions.

Artificial Inteligence 148

Artificial Inteligence ChatGPT Agile Culture 148

Qmarkets

JULY 11, 2024

Many organizations face difficulties in establishing effective innovation programs, often due to misaligned strategies, unclear processes, and inadequate tools. This article explores the critical aspects of excelling in innovation, such as aligning strategy, developing a clear process, and leveraging dedicated innovation management software.

Software Review 104

Software Review Strategy Strategy Technical Review 104

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Moreover, through CVC, corporations can tap into the startup ecosystem , leveraging agility and innovative mindsets. Competitive Advantage Gaining a leading edge in the market by leveraging startup agility and creativity. Business Model Innovation Adopting novel approaches to business operations and customer engagement.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Technical Review Agile 100

CMOE

JULY 23, 2021

Businesses that have leaders who are committed to their strategies grow faster and are more profitable than their counterparts. The results of this lack of investment cascade down to leaders in the middle, leaders on the front line, and the workforce: 95 percent of employees do not know or understand their organization’s strategy.

Strategy 91

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team Training 91

Innovation Excellence

JANUARY 8, 2023

GUEST POST from Soren Kaplan Agility, the ability to think fast and move quickly, is an imperative for every team this year. That’s because there’s never been more uncertainty – around technology, the economy, global-political turmoil, and just about everything else. I’ve led teams in both big companies and startups.

Agile 87

Agile Technology Company Strategy 87

Idea to Value

MARCH 26, 2020

The original process showed how an idea should first follow design thinking principles, before being turned into a solution using agile development, and finally being piloted and launched. Not because of a lack of process in a powerpoint strategy deck. Being able to communicate the innovation strategy will help this immensely.

Technical Review 248

Technical Review Innovation Innovation Processes Project 248

Planview

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

It’s common to encounter blind spots when you’re navigating an Agile transformation. They can show up as Agile practices that are meant to improve business agility but are applied so extremely that they end up making organizations less agile. Hyper Focusing on Agile Teams. But it’s not always easy to identify them.

Agile 72

Agile Underperforming Technical Team eBook Project 72

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By leveraging best practices, such as agile product development and new product development strategies , you can mitigate risks and set the stage for successful product launches and service rollouts. This section will guide you through the process and show you how to integrate it with other forward-thinking approaches.

LEAN 100

LEAN Underperforming Technical Team Product Development Artificial Inteligence 100

ImagineNation

OCTOBER 8, 2024

As a highly credentialed coach to many global Agile and SCRUM leaders in major international and local organisations, I enrolled in an agile coach certification program and enthusiastically attended all daily sessions. How do they go about humanising agility?

Agile 52

Agile Creativity Change Learning 52

Planview

MAY 16, 2022

Connection, alignment, trust, and how they relate to strategy and organizational effectiveness – these were the topics on everyone’s minds at our recent leadership team offsite meeting. Prioritizing Connection Within Our Leadership Team. Prioritizing Connection Within Our Leadership Team. Connect with Courage.

Leadership 98

Leadership Meeting Culture Course 98

Planview

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Organizations that lack the business agility to pivot could risk falling behind and losing their competitive edge. Strategic drift Strategic drift occurs when an organization fails to adapt its strategy to changing trends and customer demands. This is instrumental in driving value and achieving better business outcomes.

Agile 64

Agile Resources eBook Competition 64

Destination Innovation

MAY 17, 2017

If you want to make your organisation more agile and innovative where should you start? There is no vision or strategy for innovation. It should support the corporate strategy. You could launch a big initiative with grand statements, training classes and an ideas scheme but you tried all those last year and they fizzled out.

Survey 240

Survey Innovation Brainstorming Agile 240