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When we established EPIC Strategy a little over a year ago, one of our goals was to make sure that we could simplify the understanding of the strategy process. More importantly, we wanted to address the number one challenge, which is helping to make sure organizations become more focused and enabled on executing the strategy. All the hard work in developing a strategy and plan is wasted if you don’t achieve the things you set out to do.
There has been a lot of ‘ink’ spilled on this topic. Our aim is to try and spill a bit more in the hope that we can break down some of the challenges and add a couple of things of value – things to think about – that will give you and a bit different perspective to help you shape and craft your organizations future.
We hope you find these insights useful. In keeping with our values, we are open and curious to any feedback you might have. If it helps to make process and practice of strategy more accessible and actionable, then the debate we spark might be well worth it!
Finding the “Roundabout” solutions that can drive execution
Don’t get me wrong, clarity is not a bad thing. Working in a ‘box like’ organization can be more straightforward.
Execute better by reducing your “Surface Area”
The concept of surface area comes from Shane Parrish, who has an excellent podcast called the Knowledge Project.
Finding a “Force Multiplier” to accelerate Execution
I had the privilege of playing high school basketball for a great coach and mentor named Tom Tagami. He was tough.
Execution is what really matters
All the work outlined up to now are what we would call necessary, but not sufficient, conditions for creating an EPIC strategy. Congratulations you are at the starting line…
Keep your Plan real and actionable
Sometimes the best way to think about how to solve a problem is to look outside of the domain you are working in.
The power of making tough Choices
If Insights on SWOT’s are the DNA of building a great strategy, then Choice is the core discipline that makes strategy impactful.
Sharp Insights are the foundation for developing breakthrough strategies
Let’s assume for a moment that most of the world’s problems can be solved with a 2×2 matrix and a curious mindset.
Setting out for an EPIC Journey
If you are familiar with Stephen Covey and have planned a holiday trip, you can do strategy. Let me explain.
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