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Purpose and Profit Can and Should Coexist

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August 10, 2018

Too often, our society pits purpose and profit as opposing forces, as individuals pitch their camp in one of two extremes. On one side, purpose-driven zealots rail at the thought…

Why Pushing for More is Slowing You Down

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January 18, 2018

One of the worst mistakes software executives make in product development is pushing to maximize velocity. They equate minimizing time to value with going faster, when, in reality, going faster…

The Problem of Ubiquitous Information

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December 18, 2017

In a world where information is readily available and easily accessible, knowledge itself might just be the problem. Patrick Lencioni, one of my favorite authors, speakers and thought leaders, preaches…

Disciplined execution is only half the equation

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August 24, 2015

Disciplined execution is important, but it’s only half of what’s needed if you’re going to build something great.

Why the Product Services Sector is on the Verge of Irrelevance

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April 20, 2015

Over the past several months the Product Development Services (PDS) sector has begun to head down a consolidation path that is pushing many within the sector towards their ultimate demise.…

5 Components of a Strategic Plan

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March 23, 2015

Strategy can seem daunting. To create a comprehensive strategic plan all you really need is a little bit of time to think and a single sheet of paper.

4 Reasons Why Little Wins Are Big

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January 28, 2015

Here are four reasons why acknowledging the steps along the way is just as important as casting the vision. The little wins are big, in other words!

Balancing Strategic Planning and Messaging

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October 28, 2014

Here are four tips for balancing strategic planning and messaging within your organization.

My Strategy for Avoiding Social Media Overload

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June 13, 2014

Here’s my strategy for avoiding social media overload. I’ve become intentional with what networks I use, how I use them, and when I say no.

Why Strategy’s So Important

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October 25, 2013

In a young, entrepreneurial company, it’s easy to get caught up in thinking that operational realities are the same as strategic initiatives. It’s easy to think that these operations propel you forward. In reality, they just keep you from collapsing.