Strategy and Leadership podcast

Meredith Monday Schwartz shares her journey growing "Here Comes the Guide", what she's done to support the individuals in the company and how they created a fair and equitable culture while being distributed across the US. Want to continue the conversation with other leaders around the world? Join our Strategy and Leadership community. https://strategy-and-leadership.mn.co/ ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

As you think about exiting your business there are many factors you need to consider to make it a successful one. Having the right amount of time to prepare can make a world of difference (And several million dollars difference) at the end of the day. In this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, I speak with Kevin Shaw, President and Managing Director at Baker Tilly Canada Corporate Finance about key considerations for business owners in order to successfully exit their business. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

How does a company go about revolutionizing an entire industry? Join us as we sit down with Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO and board member at Blue Snap, to delve into the industry of payments and innovation. In this episode, we explore how Blue Snap is disrupting the payments industry and empowering merchants to accept payments globally. From embedding payments for sale to optimizing platforms, Ralph shares invaluable insights and expertise that will inspire you to lead change and drive innovation within your own organization. Are you wondering how CFOs are shaping the payments landscape amidst tight economic conditions? Discover the power shift from CTOs to CFOs and learn why focusing on return on investment (ROI) is crucial for success. Ralph sheds light on the challenges faced by merchants and platforms, such as managing multiple payment providers and the overwhelming amount of data. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: -Understand how Blue Snap simplifies payments and connects platforms, making it easy for merchants to integrate and sell globally. -Learn about the importance of ROI in decision-making and how Blue Snap helps merchants achieve a positive return on investment. -Discover the challenges faced by CFOs in managing payments and the opportunity to consolidate systems and save costs. - Gain insights into the role of leadership in driving change and reducing technical debt. - Explore lessons learned from Ralph's 30 years of experience in the payments industry and his approach to leadership. #Strategy #Leadership #OrganizationalChange #PaymentsIndustry #Fintech #Innovation #BlueSnap #CEOInsights #leadershipdevelopment #strategicplanning #changemanagement ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: / @smestrategyconsu... ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/samp... // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyct... // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic... ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JK... ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Have you ever needed to persuade someone to join your team or convince them to support a project? How did you approach the situation, and what did you learn from it? In this interview, we have the privilege of talking to Alastair Wood, Vice-President & General Counsel at Rhino a New-York based real estate startup, looking to bring greater financial freedom to renters everywhere. He shares valuable insights gained from his experience as the Chief of Staff to the General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at City Legal. Alastair navigated the hierarchical structure of a law firm, where he had to influence and gain buy-in from influential individuals who didn't report to him. Through his stories and experiences, we learn how he honed his persuasive skills and turned them into a powerful asset. As you listen to Alastair's captivating anecdotes, you will realize the significance of identifying and harnessing the unique talents within your team. Discover how diverse skills, such as persuasive communication, can be utilized across an organization to drive success and achieve goals. In this video, you will also discover: - The challenges and rewards of leading a team in a hierarchical environment and the importance of garnering support from influential individuals. - The power of effective communication and persuasion, regardless of whether you have a legal background or not. - Why possessing a diverse skill set and the ability to apply it to various roles can make you an invaluable asset to any organization. - The role of culture and passionate individuals in a company's success, emphasizing the importance of surrounding yourself with motivated people. #LeadershipLessons #PersuasiveCommunication #TeamBuilding #InfluentialLeaders #CareerJourney #CorporateToStartup #DiverseSkillSet #SuccessMindset #PassionatePeople #LeadershipDevelopment ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

What are some fundamental leadership lessons that apply to both the public and private sectors? In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Laura Terrell, an executive coach with a diverse background. Laura has worked in various industries and even served as a special assistant to the president at the White House. She is now focused on helping individuals succeed as an executive coach. In this episode, We explore her expertise and learn how she helps clients navigate complex situations and seemingly crazy ideas. We also discuss the importance of building the right team and seeking diverse expertise to support decision-making.

Are you struggling with implementing DEI strategies in your workplace? Join us for an engaging conversation with Wema Hoover, President and CEO of B Limitless Consulting LLC. With her extensive experience at top organizations like Pfizer, Athena Myers, Bristol Squibb, and Google. Wema sheds light on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in today's world. Discover how to drive sustainable progress in your organization as we delve into the different stages of DEI implementation and the outcomes you can achieve, such as customer segmentation, diverse talent recruitment, and global market expansion. Wema emphasizes the significance of creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique skills. She debunks the misconception that DEI conversations are accusatory and suggests focusing on removing biases and assumptions while reinforcing organizational values and culture. Prepare for an emotional journey as Wema encourages listeners to reflect on their own biases and assumptions. Ultimately, she believes that DEI is a social responsibility and a business imperative for success.

Are you curious about the strategic vision that led to Howdy.com's remarkable $100 million valuation? Join us in this Strategy and Leadership Podcast episode as we interview Jacqueline Samira, the CEO, and founder of Howdy.com. Discover the core concepts behind their success and Jacqueline's journey here. Starting her company in 2018, Jacqueline's strategic approach involved nailing the foundation before scaling it, a decision that proved crucial. With a focus on deliberate growth, Howdy.com gained a reputation for exceptional customer experience and word-of-mouth referrals. In this interview, Jacqueline shares insights on the impact of sales experience, the importance of aligning sales and delivery, and the significance of having a clear strategic vision as a CEO. #strategicvision #entrepreneurship #leadershipdevelopment #businessgrowth #leadership #startupsuccess #strategicplanning #scalingbusiness #visionaryleadership #businessstrategy #successstories ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Looking to turn your organization into a value-driven powerhouse through business transformation? In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we speak with Sanjeev Loomba, the author of "The Ninth Gear." With 27 years of experience, Sanjeev is a transformationalist and former CEO who has helped transform hundreds of organizations and thousands of people. He shares his insights on how to shift your perspective on doing business and drive wealth transformation. Sanjeev understands the challenges that businesses face in today's world, including disappearing market share and slowing growth. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the customer in the current market and notes that businesses must integrate their teams to deliver products that provide value to the customer. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation: - Sanjeev proposes a new perspective on business transformation by finding potential in individuals, teams, and organizations. - Sanjeev shares leadership lessons from running a 5000-person company and shifting how people think about doing business, and explains the concept of value partnership and how it differs from entrepreneurship. - Learn how to help your organization become more distinguished by becoming business value-obsessed and providing personal value to your customers. Sanjeev believes that businesses must listen to the customer and create personalized solutions that meet their needs. He also advises leaders and managers to give their team members more responsibility to make them redundant and promote talent flow.

In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking work of women in business in their communities. Our guest is Wendy Steele, the founder, and CEO of Impact 100 Global. Wendy shares her incredible journey of overcoming limited resources and building a successful model that gathers at least 100 women who each donate $1000 to create grants of $100,000 or more that stay in their local community. With 65 Impact 100 chapters worldwide and over $123 million in grants given away, Wendy's work has truly made an impact. During the episode, Wendy also discusses the importance of diversity and inclusion in leadership and how companies can find leaders who bring unique skills and experiences to the table, regardless of their gender or background. She encourages women to step into their power, overcome barriers, and create positive change. This episode is a must-listen for women in business and female leaders who aspire to make a difference. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Is your team making optimal decisions? In this episode of the podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Atif Rafiq, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in executive roles at billion-dollar business units such as McDonald's, Volvo, and MGM Resorts. Notably, he was the first Chief Digital Officer in the history of the Fortune 500, a pioneering role he held at McDonald's, and he rose to the president level in the Fortune 300. He is also the author of “Decision Sprint,” where he shares insights on his design process and lessons learned. In this Podcast, we delve into Atif's insights on decision-making: - Understanding the two components of the process: upstream and downstream, involving exploration, alignment, and detailed decisions. - Shifting focus from “what” to “how” in his latest approach, prioritizing collaboration and teamwork over product or service-centric thinking. - Emphasizing the value of exploration before alignment, empowering teams to reach their own conclusions and work towards a shared goal. #digitaltransformation #teamalignment #decisionmaking #strategicplanning #leadershipdevelopment ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Does your organization have a DEI Strategy, or is looking to create one? Then this podcast is for you. Creating an inclusive workplace involves navigating multiple layers, and it can pose challenges, particularly for large and established organizations that are entrenched in the status quo. So, how can these organizations make progress toward inclusivity? We recently had the privilege of speaking with Joy Fitzgerald, SVP & Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at United Health Group, , who recently authored the inspiring book "Finding Authentic Rhythm: How to Win on Your Terms in Corporate America." Join us as Joy shares her journey, insights, and experiences in the human capital space, where she has been a champion for the underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized. Joy's practical and relatable approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion will challenge your assumptions and inspire you to create a more inclusive environment in your workplace and beyond. Through personal anecdotes and lessons learned, Joy highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, and tailored solutions for individuals and communities. Get her book here: https://www.speakingjoy.com/authentic-rhythm #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Leadership #Strategy #Podcast #AuthenticRhythm #Inspiration #DifferenceMakers #DEI #JoyFitzgerald #UnitedHealthGroup ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Are you a business owner or entrepreneur looking to build a valuable asset (organization) that can be sold or transferred at your desired valuation? In order to achieve this, you need to focus on creating sustainable, predictable, and transferable cash flow. Unfortunately, many businesses fail to properly manage their finances, leading to negative equity and liabilities that are not immediately apparent. In this podcast episode, Anthony talks to Ryan Tansen, founder of Arkona LLC, about his experience in turning around his father's struggling business and selling it for eight figures. Ryan shares the lessons he learned and the mindset shifts he had to make to transform the business into a financial asset. Ryan emphasizes the importance of knowing if what you're doing is worth it and aligning everyone in the organization towards the same goal. He also talks about his current company, Arkona, which provides training and financial services to help business owners grow the value of their businesses. In this podcast, we discuss the following topics with Ryan Tansen: - How business owners can misunderstand their cash flow - The importance of professional financial management - Creating sustainable, predictable, and transferable cash flow By listening to this podcast, you'll gain actionable insights and a fresh perspective on how to view and run your business like a financial asset.

What does healthy Leadership Communication look like and how can you become better at it? In this Strategy and Leadership podcast episode, Anthony Taylor interviews Erin Marcus, founder and CEO of Conquer Your Business. We learn about the importance of having uncomfortable conversations in the workplace. When managers are unhappy with their team's performance but are uncomfortable having a conversation about it, it can lead to resentment and the firing of team members, which is expensive and does not solve the problem. Similarly, when team members are having issues with their superiors, but don't feel comfortable expressing themselves, they can become disengaged and eventually leave, which can harm both the employee and the company. The key to having these difficult conversations is to start with the end goal in mind and to focus on what you want to achieve from the conversation. By taking ownership of our relationships and being proactive about having uncomfortable conversations, we can create better outcomes for everyone involved.

As a business leader, you know that creating and implementing an effective strategic plan can be overwhelming. There are so many things to consider: the field your company operates in and how quickly it changes affect the complexity, length, and scope of your strategic plan. It's crucial to understand the timelines and interdependencies between different components of your plan, and identifying the most critical areas to focus on first will help ensure that your plan is achievable and impactful. But have you ever wondered what process you need to go through and how long your strategic planning and execution timelines should actually be? If so, you're not alone. That's why we've invited Tagil Green, the Chief Strategy Officer at Bank Hapoalim, Israel's Largest Bank to share her insights on how to “Right-size your Strategic Planning” as a large organization. In this podcast, we'll discuss the following topics with Tagil Green: - How multinational organizations can navigate the complexities of the strategic planning process, including timelines, prioritization, and cultural relevance. - How to align your strategic plan with your organization's values and mission regardless of its size. - How can CEOs and CSOs of large organizations get buy-in from their stakeholders during the strategic planning process? Remember, your strategic plan can't fix everything. While it should address your most significant challenges and opportunities, some issues may require separate initiatives to ensure it is fully executed. Keep your plan focused and manageable, and you'll be more likely to achieve your goals and make meaningful progress.

Bill Murray fans this is for you! Do you want to know how a community-driven business can build brand loyalty and drive demand? Look no further than Kerry Michaels, the co-founder and CEO of William Murray Golf. In this episode, we sit down with Kerry to discuss the incredible story of William Murray Golf and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. Kerry shares how William Murray Golf grew into an authentic community of diverse individuals who share a love for golf and the brand's spirit. One of the things that made William Murray Golf stand out was its scarcity model, which built demand for the brand. Kerry shares how they started with limited inventory, buying only a couple of hundred polos, and sold out very quickly. This scarcity model led to demand for the brand, with customers eagerly awaiting new releases and sometimes waiting up to 12 or 18 months to see a popular polo again. Kerry also offers some practical advice for business leaders growing their companies. She emphasizes the importance of clear guardrails and priorities for yourself and your team, as well as saying yes to the right things and ignoring distractions to set your business on the right path. Through Kerry's experiences in building a community-driven business, she demonstrates that building a brand around a strong community can drive demand, build loyalty, and create authentic connections between people. Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating story of William Murray Golf and learn from Kerry's journey in growing this unique and inspiring brand. Check out the William Murray Golf Brand: https://www.williammurraygolf.com/ #CommunityDrivenBusiness #BrandLoyalty #ScarcityModel #BusinessLeadership ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

How can senior leadership teams create and sustain strong partnerships that endure over time? In this episode, we explore the critical factors that enable effective collaboration, including the importance of complementary skills, the demands of multitasking, and the distinctive roles of CEOs and COOs in both startup and mature company settings. In essence, co-founders must be adaptable and allocate responsibilities based on each other's strengths, while supporting one another in their respective roles to ensure seamless operations. That's why we invited Tanis Jorge, the founder of Co-founders Hub, who brings a wealth of experience from co-founding and leading multiple successful startups, including Twilio. Tanis shares her insights and expertise on how co-founders can strengthen their partnerships and avoid common challenges that arise when leading a company, including the impact of communication on relationships, the importance of building trust, and the role of conflict resolution in senior leadership partnerships to help create more successful outcomes for your organization. Given the scarcity of resources and tools available to co-founders seeking to strengthen their businesses through stronger partnerships, Tanis decided to share her experience through her book, Co-founders Handbook, and her company, Co-founders Hub. Co-founders Hub is an online resource that provides co-founders with the necessary tools and support to enhance their collaboration and drive business success. Get in touch with Tanis: https://www.tanisjorge.com/ #leadershipdevelopment #teamcommunication #csuite #cofounder ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Strategy and Leadership Podcast #214 Are you a CEO or a business leader looking to gain insights on how to lead your organization during uncertain times? Then you won't want to miss this episode of our podcast. We're excited to welcome Liz Hoffman, a business and finance editor at Semaphore and former reporter at the Wall Street Journal. Liz has spent 15 years covering finance and business, with a particular focus on corporate mergers, investment banking, and Wall Street. Her new book, "Crash Landing: The Inside Story of How the World's Biggest Companies Survived an Economy on the Brink," takes readers behind the scenes of some of the biggest corporate stories of the pandemic era. In this episode, Liz shares her experience reporting on the pandemic through the lens of economics and business, and what she learned from talking to CEOs, investors, and policymakers during a once-in-a-lifetime event. She also discusses how leaders can navigate uncertainty and transform their organizations for long-term success, drawing on insights from her book and her years covering business and finance. If you're a CEO or business leader looking to stay ahead of the curve, don't miss this episode. Join us as we talk to Liz about what it takes to lead through uncertain times and build a resilient organization. Semafor's business and finance editor, Liz Hoffman, was formerly a senior reporter at The Wall Street Journal, specializing in financial markets, corporate deal-making, and Wall Street's workings. A native of central Pennsylvania, Hoffman is a graduate of Tufts University and the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. She now resides in Brooklyn, New York and has recently published a book titled "Crash Landing: The Inside Story of How the World's Biggest Companies Survived an Economy on the Brink" in 2023. Get Liz Book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Crash-Landing-Biggest-Companies-Survived-ebook/dp/B099362G7P ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

In this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, We had the pleasure of speaking with a special guest about a topic that is vital to any business: leadership. As we all know, just holding a managerial position doesn't automatically make you a great leader. It's a constantly evolving journey where you need to learn, grow, and push yourself out of your comfort zone. But let's face it, this journey is far from linear. You'll encounter uncertainties, setbacks, and triumphs. So, how do you navigate this journey? This is where Sandeep Chennakeshu comes in. As the former CTO of Ericsson and President of Blackberry, Sandeep has spent over three decades leading teams across fourteen countries, pioneering products in wireless, semiconductors, and mission-critical software. His experience has given him practical insights on how to transform organizations for long-term success. 
In this podcast we talk about: - the different stages of the leadership journey and how to embrace them as they come - Finding a balance between your strategy and culture. - The biggest challenge of adjusting to leading outside your comfort zone - and the “curse” of being a CEO.
 Find the principles he discussed outlined in his new book: "Your Company Is Your Castle", to help transform businesses for sustainable growth and profitability: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Company-Castle-Building-Resilient/dp/1957616040

In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Anthony is joined by Douglas Cole to discuss the latest and most effective sales techniques for 2023, The key challenges that sales professionals face in the new attention economy, including opening and closing deals with clients juggling multiple priorities and seemingly limited resources. We also examine the best strategies for influencing corporate buyers. Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you succeed in the dynamic and ever-changing world of sales Douglas Cole is an accomplished Enterprise Sales Leader currently serving at LinkedIn Sales Solutions. He is also the esteemed author of "The Sales MBA: How to Influence Corporate Buyers". In addition to his sales leadership role, he actively contributes to internal education at LinkedIn by serving as a distinguished faculty member of LinkedIn's Data-Driven University (DDU) and spearheading the development of professional development programs in partnership with institutional stakeholders. #In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Anthony is joined by Douglas Cole to discuss the latest and most effective sales techniques for 2023, The key challenges that sales professionals face in the new attention economy, including opening and closing deals with clients juggling multiple priorities and seemingly limited resources. We also examine the best strategies for influencing corporate buyers. Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you succeed in the dynamic and ever-changing world of sales Douglas Cole is an accomplished Enterprise Sales Leader currently serving at LinkedIn Sales Solutions. He is also the esteemed author of "The Sales MBA: How to Influence Corporate Buyers". In addition to his sales leadership role, he actively contributes to internal education at LinkedIn by serving as a distinguished faculty member of LinkedIn's Data-Driven University (DDU) and spearheading the development of professional development programs in partnership with institutional stakeholders. #Leadershiplessons #salestips #SaaSsales Work with us: Are you looking for someone to help support your organization in building a high-performing team: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Strategy and Leadership Podcast Ep. #211 In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership podcast, We talk to Nick Donofrio. He joins us to talk about his lessons learned in leadership from 44 years of leadership at IBM, What to do as a leader while the speed of technological change and digital transformation seems overwhelming, Where to invest your time, and prioritize what areas to improve during uncertain times, and shares some time- tested wisdom on approaching team building and layoffs as a leader. Nick Donofrio is a 44-year IBM veteran who led IBM's technology and innovation strategies from 1997 until his retirement in October 2008. He also was vice chairman of the IBM International Foundation and chairman of the Board of Governors for the IBM Academy of Technology. Nick is the co-author of the book “If Nothing Changes, Nothing Changes”. Where he explains how he led IBM's global technical team to embrace market-centric, focus redefining innovation and sparking worldwide collaboration. Get his book here: https://www.amazon.com/If-Nothing-Changes-Donofrio-Story-ebook/dp/B0B178D91G ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy and Leadership Podcast Ep. 210 In this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, Martin Birch joins us to discuss, Leadership lessons he's learned from managing a technology business through the pandemic, his approach to talent retention in 2023, and how tech leaders can ensure they get strategy buy-in from their remote and hybrid teams. Martin Birch is the CEO and President of IBML, a company that makes scanning and data capture software that helps you get useful information from even the most complicated documents and speed it up so it can be used right away in business applications. Learn more about our approach:https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-consultant-strategy-facilitator Click here to see how we've helped organizations across North America with their strategy execution: https://clutch.co/profile/sme-strategy-consulting#summary ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Read our blog on Strategy and Leadership: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Tim joins us in this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast to discuss the disconnect between many organizations' digital transformation objectives and the reality of their strategy implementation, Why you should make proactive rather than reactive digital investments (External pressure or losing market share) and how to successfully link your digital transformation plans with your strategy implementation plans. Tim Bottke is a Senior Strategy Partner at Deloitte and the author of the recently released book Digital Transformation Payday: Navigate the Hype, Lower the Risks, Increase Return on Investments. Tim is also an Associate Professor of Strategy and Digital Transformation at SDA Bocconi, one of the top business schools in the world. Check out his book here: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0BPF7RT7J/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Read our blog on Strategy and Leadership: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.108: Loren Martinez joins us to discuss his approach to training and development, their giving back initiative (called Scoop for Scoop), how strategic planning has helped his organization, and much more. Loren Martinez is Director of Operations at Little Man Ice Cream, having overseen the growth and development of new retail locations and production a facility. Be sure to visit a Little Man Ice Cream location in Denver, Colorado Springs, or Fort Collins, Colorado. Learn more about their brands at https://www.littlemanicecream.com/. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Read our blog on Strategy and Leadership: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

In this episode, Kathleen joins us to discuss the importance of crafting a mission statement that aligns your entire organization, how to build high-performing teams, and how her non-profit organization benefited from following SME Strategy's Aligned Strategy Development process. Kathleen Clark is a VP and Chief Strategy Officer at Alternatives Federal Credit Union, a regional Community Development Credit Union (CDCU), and a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). On a mission to build wealth and create economic opportunity for underserved people and communities.

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.206 John Bromley joins us to discuss the early stages of building Charitable Impact, why less people are donating money in 2022, being a leader in the charity sector, and much more. John Bromley is Founder and CEO of Charitable Impact, helping people and organizations become more charitable. Founded in 2011, Charitable Impact is like an online bank account for charitable giving. Learn more about Charitable Impact and the work they're doing: https://www.charitableimpact.com/ ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.205: Paul Magnone, Christopher Frank & Oded Netzer join us for this episode to discuss how their new book (Decisions Over Decimals) came about, making data driven decisions as a leader, the different ways data can by manipulated, why the perfect decision doesn't exist, and much more. Paul, Christopher and Oded are the authors of Decisions Over Decimals: Striking the Balance Between Intuition & Information. Paul is Head of Global Strategic Alliances at Google, Christopher is a VP at American Express, and Oded is a Professor of Business at Columbia Business School. Be sure to check out Decisions Over Decimals: https://www.dodthebook.com/ #datadriven #leadership #decisionmakingskills ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.204 Michael Leiter joins us to discuss the journey of co-authoring a book on banishing burnout, why burnout is more common in 2022, the role of leaders and owners in combatting burnout, and much more. Michael Leiter is Adjunct Professor at Acadia University and an Honorary Professor of Organisational Psychology at Deakin University. He's also the co-author of Banishing Burnout: Six Strategies for Improving Your Relationship with Work. Michaels new book is The Burnout Challenge: Managing People's Relationships with Their Jobs: https://a.co/d/64bPFqZ #burnout #leadershiptraining ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy and Leadership Podcast #203 Bill Hall is President of Simulation Studios where he specializes in developing and delivering business simulation-based executive development and accelerated strategy adoption to fortune 500 companies globally. Bill spent over 10 years at Apple. There, he worked with the executive team including Steve Jobs on keynote presentations and on products such as the iMac, and OS X. He's a five-time Apple MVP and a Golden Apple award winner. In this episode, Bill discusses the complexities of strategy execution, and how leadership may effectively guide their team through the strategy implementation process. What, why, and how organizations might actually employ simulations to promote team growth and accelerate corporate change. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 0:00 Intro // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

In this episode, Oscar discusses all things Leadership and Communication: How to improve your listening as a leader, Listening to what wasn't said vs what was said, Which code phrases should you watch for to understand the motivations of your stakeholders? And much more. Oscar Trimboli is a mentor, coach, public speaker, and author. He is the author of Deep Listening: Impact Beyond Words. For nearly a decade, he was a director at Microsoft, where he oversaw the MS Office division in Australia. Today, he consults with leadership teams and their businesses on the significance of clarity in effecting change, how to embrace the digital economy, and the role values play in achieving your purpose. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHL... 0:00 Intro // Connect with us: ► Contact us: www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyct... // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? www.smestrategy.net/strategic... ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JK... ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: courses.smestrategy.net/cours...

In this episode, Jay talks about how, despite his organization's success, he went about rediscovering its purpose while putting its mission, vision, and values at the forefront of all it did. Team members departing because of change, candid conversations with his leadership team, and His concept of self-imposed expiration dates, asking himself and his leadership team if meetings and processes still serve the company's mission and values, enabling his leadership team and organization to constantly evaluate and react to change in an ever-changing business world. 

Jay Bousada is the CEO and founder of one of the most popular digital accelerators in North America, Thrillworks. Jay's first job was as an engineer, where he learned how much he liked solving problems that other people had gotten used to. His passion for pushing what's been done and his interest in digital experiences inspired him to start Thrillworks and remain the company's driving force. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHL... 0:00 Intro // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyct... // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic... ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JK... ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/cours...

In this episode, Anthony talks about his journey so far through 13 years of strategy facilitations, building the SME Strategy Team, and getting to 200 Podcast episodes. He talks about what he's learned about leadership and strategy from some of the world's best CEOs, as well as what makes them great and how they implement their organization's strategic plan. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHL... 0:00 Intro // Connect with us: ► Contact us: www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyct... // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? www.smestrategy.net/strategic... ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JK... ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: courses.smestrategy.net/cours...

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.199: Orrin Klopper joins us to discuss growing Netsurit to 300+ people, what to do when the sales growth slows down, being a 'transparent meritocracy', and more. Orrin Klopper is the CEO of Netsurit, an IT services and consulting firm that he started 24 years ago, which supports the dreams of doers. For a business automation assessment, text Orrin at 917-517-7763. Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orrinklop...

Joe Keeley is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of JustiFi Technologies, a venture-backed fintech company that helps vertical SaaS platforms grow multiple streams of income and cut costs by giving them payment and embedded fintech solutions. Prior to JustiFi, Joe founded and grew College Nannies, Sitters & Tutors (CNST), the nation's largest resource for customized nanny sitters, and tutoring services. Joe is passionate about building revolutionary companies and encouraging the growth of education, the arts, and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Joe talks about his strategic planning process as a CEO, the trends he sees in the global business landscape for expanding into global markets, his outlook on Web3, and the most important questions he poses to his leadership team. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHL... 0:00 Intro // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyct... // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic... ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JK... ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/cours...

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.196: Brad Harris joins us to discuss the major trends in the world of management, empowering the workforce to be adaptable, management lessons from basketball, three pieces of leadership advice for the next 9-months, and more. With a passion for helping people grow, Brad Harris, PhD is a Professor of Management and Human Resources at HEC Paris. He's also the Co-founder of the People Leader Accelerator, the premier executive development program for HR leaders. Be sure to check out Brad's book, Scaling for Success: People Priorities for High-Growth Organizations: cup.columbia.edu/book/scaling-for…ss/9780231194440 Connect with Brad on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bradharrisphd/ #management #leadershippodcast #hrmanagement ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrp…ub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Align…rategy-course

On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, Dave Dickman joins us to discuss his guiding principles for building a company in a growing industry, how to manage a multigenerational team, what is the "United Nations effect" in global product development, and much more. Dave Dickman is a seasoned media executive who has held senior positions in a variety of media and technology organizations, including Apple, Disney, Yahoo, and Warner Bros. He is currently the CEO of Tagger Media, a comprehensive Influencer Marketing platform that provides agencies, brands, and media firms with best-in-class solutions. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 0:00 Intro // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, David Fields joins us to discuss some of his most important tips for customer development, the importance of framing a value-over-cost mindset, and the significance of putting your client first. David A. Fields worked in marketing for GlaxoSmithKline for nine years before joining a boutique consulting business as a partner. He later co-founded Ascendant Consulting, which specialized in assisting huge firms in entering new markets. He has also written two books on consulting. Check out David's website : www.davidafields.com.

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.193: Cristobal Alonso joins us to discuss the key patterns of successful leaders and companies, the evolution of communication in leadership, how he makes key investment decisions, the startup environment in Europe, and much more. Cristobal Alonso is the CEO of Startup Wise Guys, an accelerator program that helps tech founders become successful entrepreneurs and build great companies. He's also co-author of Perform: The Unsexy Truth of (Startup) Success. Connect with Cristobal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristobalalonso/ Learn more about Startup Wise Guys: https://startupwiseguys.com/ #leadership #leadershippodcast #startups ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.193: Steve Hoffman (AKA Captain Hoff) joins us to discuss the biggest mistake founders make, the struggle of investing in growth vs. product, current trends in venture capital, how to fuel your next growth stage, and much more. Steve Hoffman is the Founder & Chairman of Founders Space, a global innovation hub for entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors. He's also the author of several books including Surviving a Startup: Practical Strategies for Starting a Business, Overcoming Obstacles, and Coming Out on Top. To connect with Steve, search for 'Captain Hoff' on any of the social networks. Learn more about Founders Space: https://www.foundersspace.com/ #startups #venturecapital #businessgrowth ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.191: On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Willy Walker joins us to discuss, The value of diverse and unconventional career paths for leaders, how to build a great senior management team, how to foster trust as a CEO, and much more. Willy Walker, chairman, and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, one of the largest commercial real estate financing companies in the US. Under Mr. Walker's leadership, Walker & Dunlop has evolved from a small, family-owned business to one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the U.S. In its first ten years as a public company, Walker & Dunlop's shares grew over 800%. The firm was #17 on Fortune's 2017 "Fastest Growing Public Companies". Learn more about Walker & Dunlop here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/ ► Sign up for our Newsletter for free actionable Ceo tips: https://www.smestrategy.net/leaders-digest Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrp…ub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Align…strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.190: Michael Yinger joins us to discuss why he uses a more open management style, getting the most out of high-impact team members, the future of talent attraction, and much more. Michael Yinger is the COO and Co-Founder at Resume Sieve, an intuitive candidate evaluation platform that fast-tracks resume assessment. Previously, Michael held several roles in operations, recruitment, service delivery and strategy. Learn more about Resume Sieve's AI-powered candidate evaluation platform: https://resumesieve.com/ #talentacquisition #leadershippodcast #talentmanagement ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Katie Klumper joins us to discuss how talent retention and organizational redesign are affecting CMOs, why CMOs are getting more of a seat at the table, uniting the CMO community, her big learning moments, and more. Katie Klumper is founder & CEO of Black Glass Consulting, a CMO-centric consulting firm. Previously, she was a Partner at Deloitte, President of digital agency KBS, and led CMO Transition Labs and CMO Academies. Follow Black Glass Consulting on LinkedIn for frameworks & other frameworks: https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-glass-consulting/w ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Corey White joins us to discuss the evolution of cyber security in business, why the cyber security industry isn't trying to stop cyber attacks, managing the risk of cyber attacks, why he loves meditation, and much more. Corey White is the Chief Executive & Experience Officer at Cyvatar, technology-enabled cyber security as a service provider for startups and SMBs. Previously, he was the CEO of Cylance, which BlackBerry acquired for $1.5 billion. Learn more about Cyvatar and get started for free: https://cyvatar.ai/ #cybersecurity #cyberrisk #cyberexpert ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHL... // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyct... // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic... ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JK... ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/cours...

On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, Gerald Leonard joins us to discuss how to create a symphonic business culture in which everyone plays an active role in your organization, How to use technology and data to improve your decision-making, and how to build a more productive, transparent, and communicative workforce. Gerald Leonard is the CEO of Principles of Execution LLC, a strategic project portfolio management, culture change, and IT consulting firm with over 20 years of expertise working with federal and state governments and sizeable multinational corporations. He is also an international Keynote Bassist and the author of “Culture Is The Bass: 7 Steps to Creating High Performing Teams,” one of Entrepreneur magazine's “Top 15 Books on Business Culture That You Need to Read Today,". His programs integrate music, productivity, workplace culture, and neuroscience. Check out Gerald's website here: https://geraldjleonard.com/about/ ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrp…ub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Align…rategy-course

On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, David Perry joins us to talk about how your company can leverage gamification principles to delight customers, hedging risk through long-term strategic partnerships, and sharing his story from making video games to selling his cloud gaming service to Sony. David Perry is the CEO of Carro, Shopify's largest cross-selling sales platform for major brands, influencers, and publications. He has worked in the video game industry for over 30 years and has created games such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Matrix, The Terminator, and Aladdin. After selling his last company to Sony PlayStation for almost $380 million, he was interested in switching from video games to eCommerce. More than 30,000 brands use Carro (providing them with technologies to sell more by working together as a network). Learn how Carro is revolutionizing how brands partner with influencers here: https://www.getcarro.com/ ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.186: Panos Soizos joins us from Cyprus to discuss the intersection between learning and tech, the challenges of leading 120 people, adapting for the future, & much more. Panos Soizos is the Co-founder and CEO of LearnWorlds, the all-in-one platform for creating, promoting & selling online courses. With a PhD in Educational Technology, Panos has a long history in the E-learning space, having built his first platform back in 2000. He also worked in the private sector in the software business, and as a policy advisor in the European Parliament. Learn more about LearnWorlds, and how you can create and sell online courses from your own website: https://www.learnworlds.com/ #elearning #futureproof #personaldevelopment ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Martin joins us to discuss, Why having a singular focus as a CEO is vital if you want your company to grow, Using Operational Excellence to Increase Customer Value, and how organizations can balance decision-making and systems to quickly respond to shifting demands and opportunities.
 Martin Hunter is the Managing Partner at URGEO, an Integration Management Office that helps businesses scale, helping them build their processes, and free up time for CEOs and their leadership teams. With over 25 years of combined entrepreneurial, operational, and corporate experience, Martin is known for his problem-solving abilities and relentless determination. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 0:00 Intro // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.184 On this episode, Stanley Bergman joins us to share what he's learned about leadership while heading an $12.4 billion dollar company, the misconceptions of innovation, his advice for young leaders, and more. Stanley Bergman is the Chairman of the Board and CEO at Henry Schein, a large medical equipment manufacturing company. Having spent 42 years at Henry Schein, Stanley was first VP, Finance & Administration, and CFO before becoming CEO. To learn more about the work Henry Schein is doing, visit their website: https://www.henryschein.ca/ #leadershiplessons #leadershippodcast ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Jeremy Parker is the Co-founder and CEO of (Swag.com), an eCommerce platform for companies to buy high-quality promotional products that people will actually want to keep. He works with 1,000s of companies including Facebook, WeWork, Google, Amazon, Netflix, Spotify and Tik Tok. Jeremy was also named to Crain's NY 40 under 40 (Class of 2020).

 On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Jeremy Joins us to discuss, The importance of leveraging customer feedback into developing a better user experience, what he's learned about hiring A+ talent, and describes how an early business idea he had piqued the interest of Mark Cuban. ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHL... // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyct... // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster . ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic... ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JK... ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/cours... On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Jeremy Joins us to discuss, The importance of leveraging customer feedback into developing a better user experience, what he's learned about hiring A+ talent, and recounts how a business idea he had caught the attention of Mark Cuban.

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.182: On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Teresa Mitrovic joins us to discuss creating a respectful and trusting work environment, How leaders can best balance the "individual" with the team's performance, and how to create a culture where people feel free to express their opinions, offer suggestions, be genuine and act without fear. Teresa Mitrovic is the founder of the ORO Collective, an author, coach, and consultant who teaches leaders how to build performance while enabling psychological safety and trust. Before retraining as an Executive & Corporate Coach, she had a leadership career spanning two decades working for Hasbro, The Walt Disney Company, and Universal Pictures among others. Listen on audio: Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3AHWMtU Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3nUtukg Teresa's book: "The Currency of Connection" is available here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0881F211G/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0 #organizationalchange #businesstransformation #psychologicalsafety ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.181: On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Rodney Evans joins us to discuss strategies traditional organizations can use to modernize their workplaces, How leaders can best balance results and individual needs, and practices to implement to give your employees agency in their roles. Rodney Evans is a leadership coach, organization designer, and podcast host at The Ready. She has 20+ years as an adaptive organization designer working with numerous organizations such as Macy's, Johnson & Johnson, Airbnb, and GE, helping them confront outdated norms and redesign their organizational structures to actually serve those who work there. #futureofwork #organizationalchange #businessstrategy ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Dr.Debbie Sutherland joins us to discuss five behavior strategies to build an "Ambiguity Mindset" in unfamiliar scenarios, The importance of department interconnectedness in decision making, How to implement a new strategy without disrupting your organization and much more! Debbie Sutherland is the Chief People Officer at Shory, an Insurance startup based in the UAE. She is an academic executive with over 20 years of global work experience helping organizations in Canada, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, to establish their ideal organizational structure, culture, and people-centered initiatives to help leaders succeed at work. She is also an author and a certified executive coach. Check out Dr. Sutherland's book, "The Business of Ambiguity" by visiting her website: https://www.behaviorsinbusiness.com/ #strategicmanagement #decisionmaking #leadershipprinciples ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course