Unrealistic goals

Organizations that seek growth inevitably fall short for one simple reason. The inability to dream big.  If the goal line is attainable and near, the effort required is nominal, and the thinking is indifferent. An outlandish aspiration forces new thinking, brings...

Start at the end

Imagine being on a tour, and no one knows what is happening. It’s not an adventure; it’s a recipe for frustration. Yet, this is how many organizations operate – packing for a vacation without knowing the destination. Leaders who take the time to set...

The might of the little black book

It’s the secret weapon of geniuses. It’s not whimsy or vanity, but rather legacy. A black book—compact, discreet, potent. The canvas of visionaries like Da Vinci and Picasso, whose scribbles became revolutions. Business moguls like Rockefeller, who scribbled margins...