Category: Strategy

Don’t expect a consultant to think for you!

Stuck for ideas?

What do bosses do all day? The Economist quoted from a Harvard Business School working paper, which was based on interviews with CEO’s of 94 Italian firms.  The article quotes Professor Rajesh Shandy, who concluded “bosses spend only 3-4% of their day thinking about long-term strategy”. This is alarming.  CEO’s who spend so little time …

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Effective Plans on One Page

Mindshop Big One Page Plan

This is a simple but very effective process to develop key strategic priorities to realise business goals. It is just one of many practical and effective tools from Mindshop. Refer to the  B2M Big One Page Plan, which explains the five-step process. Complete your “NOW” summary Fill in your short-term challenges Consider the actions you …

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Global Sales Strategies for Entrepreneurs

Global Sales Strategies

Ken Morse brings a powerful new workshop to New Zealand – Global sales strategies for entrepreneurs. Ken teaches sales techniques that will become the foundation of your company’s profitability. Learn the secrets of forming strategic customer relationships that deliver outstanding sales! Global sales strategies for entrepreneurs – a 2-day workshop for CEOs and top salespeople, …

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Are there any snakes in the bush?

Snakes in the bush

There is no sense in being worried about snakes in New Zealand, as there are none! Conversely it is dangerous to wander around a country that does have snakes, if you are not aware of the danger. There are parallels with exploring new markets as an exporter, but first let me tell you a story. …

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Ideas for Success from Mindshop – February 2011

Read the latest quarterly newsletter “Ideas for Success” from Mindshop, which contains thought-provoking articles and some practical business advice for 2011.   There are three great articles in the February 2011 edition: 10 Tips To Get the Most From Social Media in Your Business Opportunities To Fund Increased Business Growth in 2011 Three key ideas for Business …

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