by Lea Strickland | Jun 20, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Management, Business Plans, Capability, Execution
Introduction Have you ever wondered what makes a business tick? Like Dorothy when she pulled back the curtain in The Wizard of Oz, peering behind the scenes reveals the actual mechanics of how businesses operate. From strategy to execution, understanding the inner...
by Lea Strickland | Jun 18, 2025 | Business Management, Leadership
Our previous exploration of Dilbert revealed valuable lessons for navigating corporate life, including how to tackle bureaucracy, survive office politics, and maintain sanity. Scott Adams’ satirical strip continues to resonate, capturing universal truths about the...
by Lea Strickland | Jun 18, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Management, Leadership
Scott Adams’ Dilbert has always been one of my favorite comic strips. The comic strip has been a staple of workplace humor since 1989, offering a satirical take on the absurdities of corporate life. I have to admit that when I read it for the first time, I was sure...
by Lea Strickland | May 22, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Management, Government Contracting, Government Funding Compliance, Legal, Resources
For-profit small businesses, especially those leveraging Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants, increasingly rely on MBA interns to drive innovation and manage strategic projects. Many interns receive stipends...
by Lea Strickland | May 19, 2020 | Business Management, Competitiveness, Strategy, Viability, Visibility
The Nature of Coyotes If asked, you would probably express a negative view of coyotes. However, coyotes have many admirable characteristics. Most notably, the coyote can adapt to thrive in most environments and habitats. We can learn a lot from the coyote and apply...
by Lea Strickland | May 18, 2020 | Business Articles, Business Management, Business Ownership, Capability
Don’t Boost Sales Without Operational Strength The Danger of Unprepared Growth A Marketing Misstep Years ago, a marketing firm called me. Their client was in trouble. A successful campaign doubled their sales. From $3.5 million to over $7 million in orders. Sounds...
