by Chuck Kocher | Apr 9, 2013 | People and Teams, Planning, Strategic Thinking, Strategy, Strategy Creation, Strategy Development
We all know that knowledge is power. And leaders who are in the know about what’s happening in the business environment around them are better able to adjust their plans, goals, and strategies. That’s why it’s so important to keep abreast of new developments. Maybe...
by Chuck Kocher | Jan 7, 2013 | Execution and Productivity, Planning
I can’t think of a single successful business that achieved success without good strategic planning. That’s not to say that successful companies execute their strategic plans exactly as they’re written out. To be successful today requires that businesses be nimble and...
by Chuck Kocher | Nov 6, 2012 | Planning
Companies don’t get to be great without good planning. And it’s impossible to do good planning without a clear focus on what your company’s objectives are. Where some companies get in trouble, however, is when their plans become “Holy Writ” and are, therefore...
by Chuck Kocher | Sep 10, 2012 | Planning
It almost seems counter-intuitive to talk about planning when you’re trying to finish strong. Successful business leaders, however, know that good quarterly planning is key to finishing well. These same leaders also know that the world doesn’t stop spinning on the...
by Chuck Kocher | Aug 6, 2012 | Planning, Strategic Thinking, Strategy Creation
Often when people think about business brands they focus on image and things like logos. Mention Nike and their famous “swoosh” comes to mind. Talk about Apple and the image of an apple with a bite out of it is often the first thing you think of. It’s not enough,...
by Chuck Kocher | Jul 16, 2012 | Leadership, Planning
As a business coach, I’m often asked to help individuals be more productive. There never seem to be enough hours in the day, and in today’s business environment, everybody wants to work smarter and get more done. There are a ton of productivity tricks and tools out...
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