While we can lament how fast summer turned to fall and so on, the fact remains: we're in a fast descent to 2014. If you haven't finished your strategic planning, you may be eyebrows deep in it right now.
James Schreier's insight:
While the author here talks primarily about the "strategy" decisions, his message applies to vision as well. If an organization really wants to create a powerful vision of the future, it will include input from the customer! Simple as that !!!
For the first time in its history, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has released policy statements and evidence-informed rationales for each of the organization's focus areas. The statements support the strategic plan and expand the influence and reach of the organization and the nutrition and dietetics profession with compelling evidence.
The future is full of changes, challenges, and surprises. We cannot plan or de-risk them all. The only way forward? Embrace uncertainty, find positive change from the triggers, and stay flexible and excited about driving evolutionary, more lasting change. When business leaders accept the challenge of building more regenerative businesses with whole-of-problem, whole-of-company mindset, we can leave a positive legacy on our organizations, people, and the world.
IBM and Meta Launch the AI Alliance in collaboration with over 50 Founding Members and Collaborators globally including AMD, Anyscale, CERN, Cerebras, Cleveland Clinic, Cornell University, Dartmouth, Dell Technologies, EPFL, ETH, Hugging Face, Imperial College London, Intel, INSAIT, Linux...
OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE CDF Community, Inevitably when one enters a new role of community leadership and responsibility people ask, “What’s your vision for the…
Like all management styles, top-down management comes with its pros and cons. The most significant benefit of top-down leadership is a clear direction. With decisions coming from the top, there's a unified vision, ensuring all teams and departments align with the organization's broader goals. This also provides consistency that ensures procedures, policies, and decisions remain consistent across the organization.
Too many statements of corporate values are generic business cliches. Is it any wonder few employees can actually remember them? To fix that, companies should write core values that stand apart, using literary techniques (such as alliteration or rhyme), short and simple phrases, or unusual words that will stick in employees’ memories.
AI represents a double-edged sword—offering unprecedented innovations but also posing risks to delicate human values. As businesses navigate this landscape, it is imperative to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing the potential pitfalls of AI. More importantly, we need human-oriented technology leaders involved in our businesses. By striking a balance, businesses can harness the full potential of AI while safeguarding against its unintended consequences. Your business is too important to outsource its values.
James Schreier's insight:
The role of values in this discussion is key to a vision involving AI.
Discover his compelling call for collaboration between the Indian government and businesses to propel domestic companies towards scale, innovation, and global reach. Mahindra advocates for the extension of the PLI scheme, simplified regulations for start-ups, and reduced logistics costs to boost the Indian economy. Dive into the visionary ideas of increased spending on research and development, fostering partnerships, and incentivizing scale without resorting to protectionism. Learn why aligning efforts is crucial to capitalize on India's potential for global leadership. Don't miss out on this impactful discussion shaping the future of Indian business and innovation! 🌍🔍
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It’s no secret that having a common vision of the future is crucial for setting a cohesive strategic direction for any enterprise. The cost of misalignment is steep: strategic dissonance, political infighting, inefficient resource allocation, decision paralysis, and a sluggish response to market shifts, among others.
With the new year just underway, what better time to engage your team in defining what champagne-popping success looks like this year or the future?
You need a bold vision that motivates you to act—to go all in. A bold vision is energizing and possible, but it also is uncomfortable and requires growth and change.
Moving forward from a persistence of thought requires that we look at our thinking in a new light and then to reframe it. We should begin to challenge the way we think and as a result the way we act. New behavior will follow from a new way of thinking. To paraphrase President Kennedy, the time has come for us to move on from the reassuring repetition of stale thinking to a new, difficult, but essential confrontation with the reality of ourselves. Only then can we grow.
Businesses are constantly seeking strategies to stand out in a crowded market. The Blue Ocean Strategy emerges as a beacon, guiding companies toward uncharted waters where competition is irrelevant and new opportunities abound. Let’s dive into the depths of the Blue Ocean Strategy and explore its intricacies.
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While the author here talks primarily about the "strategy" decisions, his message applies to vision as well. If an organization really wants to create a powerful vision of the future, it will include input from the customer! Simple as that !!!