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Wednesday May 24, 2017
Wednesday May 24, 2017
Julie Carbone, the Associate Director of Strategy at OMD Montreal, joined us to chat about aligning teams with organizational strategy and performance. When working with external clients in the world of advertising and marketing, there are two strategies to consider: both yours and theirs. It is important to work together and communicate with internal teams, as well as client teams.
Some great topics Julie chats about include:
-Assigning ownership of projects to individual team members to increase accountability
-Understanding where strategy and performance align in the high speed advertising and marketing industry
-The importance of challenging your team while maintaining a collaborative environment
-Why leaders should model behaviours that support the organization's strategy
Learn about her best practices for leading strategy. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/aligning-your-strategy-performance-and-people-interview-with-julie-carbone
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// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Monday May 01, 2017
Monday May 01, 2017
How do you get 11000 people all working together? You need someone whose only job is to support communication and collaboration within that organization. Meet Charles Jessup. He's an internal facilitator and he's coming to a meeting near you. On a daily basis, Charles leads and facilitates meetings, workshops and events for internal managers and leaders within the company, looking to improve their side of the organization.
Learn about his best practices for leading strategy. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/if-you-dont-have-a-facilitator-you-are-the-facilitator.-interview-with-charles-jessup
To learn more about strategy & leadership, visit our blog: http://www.smestrategy.net/blog
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// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Friday Apr 21, 2017
Friday Apr 21, 2017
Jeremy Bailey, the Creative Director for Product at FreshBooks, (an online accounting system for small businesses) joined us to chat about strategy, leadership and culture and how these help influence creativity and customer service. Jeremy shares insights on how critical thinking and team building can help organizations align their teams with their mission, empowering them to make decisions, as the organization grows.
Learn about his best practices for strategy and culture development. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/what-motivates-your-people-to-do-their-best-interview-with-jeremy-bailey
To learn more about strategy & leadership, visit our blog: http://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook
Enroll in our strategic planning course to learn our process for creating a strategic plan successfully (without hiring anyone): https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course
Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? Book a complimentary consultation to learn more about our approach:
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Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast
Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book
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// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Tuesday Apr 04, 2017
Tuesday Apr 04, 2017
Jane Watson,the Head of People at Actionable (actionable.co), chatted with us about organizational culture, and its relationship with strategy. With experience across many sectors, Jane has worked with a multitude of teams and people, and has worked in the HR sphere for over 15 years. When it comes to organizational culture, there are a few key takeaway learnings.
Learn about her best practices for strategy and culture development. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/the-importance-of-culture-in-fostering-organizational-growth-interview-with-jane-watson
To learn more about strategy & leadership, visit our blog: http://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook
Enroll in our strategic planning course to learn our process for creating a strategic plan successfully (without hiring anyone): https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course
Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? Book a complimentary consultation to learn more about our approach:
https://www.smestrategy.net/contact
Want a software to track & monitor your strategic plan? Get a free trial for Cascade Strategy: https://go.executestrategy.net/trial?fpr=smestrategy
// WEBSITE & RESOURCES:
Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/
Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast
Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book
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// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Friday Mar 10, 2017
Friday Mar 10, 2017
Shane is the Director of Operations, Vancouver Island, at Paladin Security Group Ltd., and he has been with the company for 6 years. What I appreciate about this conversation is hearing about some of the tactics Paladin used to develop the people in their organization, and how Shane was able to follow a set growth trajectory.
Paladin is one of the fastest growing companies in Canada. Their culture of growth and development is fundamental to their success.
Shane shares his story: Coming out of university and working on figuring out where to work next.
With talent at a premium, Paladin has figured out how to create a pipeline of new employees, as well as retain them. Shane explains how Paladin Security does things and how it has benefited both the leadership team and employees.
Learn about his best practices for strategy and leadership. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/how-to-create-a-best-culture-where-employees-want-to-stay.-with-shane-wright
Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook
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Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? Book a complimentary consultation to learn more about our approach:
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Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/
Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast
Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book
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Twitter ►https://twitter.com/smeinsights
// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Friday Mar 03, 2017
Friday Mar 03, 2017
Mission statements are often exercises in wordsmithing that lack an emotional connection and simplicity that will compel people into action.
My Neighbour who is a journalist was inspired to recommit to her mission as her sense of purpose became (once again) clear after the recent events surrounding US Politics.
Here's how you can create a mission statement that your people will be inspired to put into action.
Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook
Enroll in our strategic planning course to learn our process for creating a strategic plan successfully (without hiring anyone): https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course
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Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/
Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast
Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book
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// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Monday Feb 20, 2017
Monday Feb 20, 2017
Ellen Naylor joined us to talk about the importance of strategy, as well as understanding the system of Win Loss Analysis. Not only is Ellen the author of the book Win Loss Analysis, but she also works closely with organizations to help them understand what the customer is looking for, and how to implement it.
To learn more about strategy & leadership, visit our blog: http://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook
Enroll in our strategic planning course to learn our process for creating a strategic plan successfully (without hiring anyone): https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course
Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? Book a complimentary consultation to learn more about our approach:
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Want a software to track & monitor your strategic plan? Get a free trial for Cascade Strategy: https://go.executestrategy.net/trial?fpr=smestrategy
// WEBSITE & RESOURCES:
Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/
Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast
Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book
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// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Wednesday Feb 15, 2017
Wednesday Feb 15, 2017
Being able to communicate effectively with people is a key skill for any manager or leader. We recently had both Valentine's day and Family day. I took some lessons from those communications with loved ones to share with you and your employees.
To learn more about strategy & leadership, visit our blog: http://www.smestrategy.net/blog
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Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
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Twitter ►https://twitter.com/smeinsights
// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Friday Feb 10, 2017
Friday Feb 10, 2017
Being able to retain and attract talent is as challenging as ever. With changes in demographics and changes in technology, talented millennials are becoming a hot commodity in a rapidly changing world.
We get to sit down with author and speaker Eric Termuende to learn about his experiences speaking all over the world on the subject of culture fit and how companies can optimize their organization’s culture to attract and retain their talent.
Some of his pieces advice include:
-Story telling the best parts of your business to attract talent
-Creating a culture that align with millenials (and non millenials alike)
-Be aware of the hard costs of not retaining talent and the risks of hiring the wrong people.
Learn about his best practices for strategy and culture development. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/rethinking-work-with-eric-termuende
Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook
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Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/
Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast
Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book
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Twitter ►https://twitter.com/smeinsights
// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation
Wednesday Feb 08, 2017
Wednesday Feb 08, 2017
Greg Oyhenart, the senior VP of Corporate Development and the Chief Strategy Officer of a BC financial institution, joined us to chat about developing strategy and leading teams. Greg has worked with a variety of orgnizations, from small businesses to midsize enterprises, across a variety of sectors.
Through this, he has found parallels across industires for the best ways to lead teams, manage organizations, and implement strategy. Taking strategy back to simplicity, Greg references the father of modern management, Peter Drucker, and some of his key secrets that still work, over 40 years later.
Learn about his best practices for strategy and leadership. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/the-importance-of-story-telling-and-your-strategy-interview-with-greg-oyhenart
Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook
Enroll in our strategic planning course to learn our process for creating a strategic plan successfully (without hiring anyone): https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course
Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? Book a complimentary consultation to learn more about our approach:
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Want a software to track & monitor your strategic plan? Get a free trial for Cascade Strategy: https://go.executestrategy.net/trial?fpr=smestrategy
// WEBSITE & RESOURCES:
Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/
Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog
Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast
Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book
Contact ►https://www.smestrategy.net/contact
// FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
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Twitter ►https://twitter.com/smeinsights
// 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. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations.
To learn more about working with a facilitator: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plan-creation