3-2-1: On hard conversations, how to ruin a good strategy, and asking for what you want
James Clearjamesclear.com
3-2-1: On hard conversations, how to ruin a good strategy, and asking for what you want
1) As a leader or manager, when something isn’t going to plan, the first step is to look into the mirror. 2) Business can be ruthless. Even if you play fair, don't expect others to do the same. 3) Unlocking your full potential may alienate you. Not everyone will understand or support your drive. 4) “Resilience” isn’t good enough. You must go
... See morethere is a widespread misconception that a business strategy is some sort of long-range sketch of a desired destination. I encourage you to think of strategy as a journey through, over, and around a sequence of challenges.
Richard Rumelt • The Crux: How Leaders Become Strategists
What solutions can I borrow from past problems that can be applied to this current one? • What does this remind me of? • What’s the best-case scenario? • What’s the worst-case scenario? • What am I doing right? • What am I doing brilliantly? • How can I jump the track? • Which strengths of mine (or my company’s) can I apply? • Which weaknesses need
... See moreMark Levy • Accidental Genius: Using Writing to Generate Your Best Ideas, Insight, and Content
