by msynk | Jul 1, 2020 | Rock & Sand, Strategy
Adjacent is a strange word to use in business. But for the pivots or moves you are making in this COVID driven recession, it’s really quite good. From the Merriam Webster App–Adjacent: (adjective) 1. not distant, nearby, 2. having a common endoint or...
by msynk | Jun 29, 2020 | Priorities, Rock & Sand, Strategy
Unless you are one of the lucky ones who is enjoying an COVID induced “Immediate Growth Curve,” a “Quick Pivot” Planning Session is in order right now. (I would argue that even if you are experiencing an “Immediate Growth Curve”...
by msynk | May 22, 2020 | Process, Rock & Sand, Strategy, Uncertainty
Go ahead, say it. Hit the reply button and send me what you would do. It will make you feel better. Consider “I’ll run him over with my car” and “I’ll strangle her” and “I’ll punch his lights out.” Me? I’m...
by msynk | Mar 19, 2020 | Clarity, Coaching, Core Values, decisions, Expertise, Leadership, Management, Planning, Strategy, Uncategorized, Uncertainty
There is an overwhelming amount of information being pushed out about what to do during this unprecedented time. “Expertise” seems to be coming from everywhere. First and foremost, whose expertise should guide you? Your own, of course. This may not be what...
by msynk | Mar 4, 2020 | Brand Promise, Coaching, Gravitas Impact, Growth, Planning, Process, Strategy, Uncategorized
Do you wish you had more confidence in your service providers? I’m not talking about service providers like internet or cell phone service or delivery services like FedEx or UPS. This is in reference to those professional service providers whose advice and expertise...
by msynk | Jan 23, 2020 | Execution, Growth, Planning, Strategy, Uncategorized
Planning for a new year is not an unusual undertaking. You may even have meetings several times during the year dedicated to this purpose. Do you try to make your plans perfect during the process? You may be hurting your organization with your planning more than...