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Managing Operational Messes? You Need a Company M.O.M.℠

Managing Operational Messes? You Need a Company M.O.M.℠

by Lea Strickland | Oct 11, 2025 | Business Articles, Capability, Operations

In every organization, there’s a pivotal figure who thrives in the chaos of daily operations, resolving crises, untangling knots, and ensuring the business stays on track. Meet the Manager of Operational Messes, or Company M.O.M.℠ Though the name carries a playful...
Time to Upgrade: Why Clinging to Floppy Disks and Legacy Systems is Holding Your Business Back

Time to Upgrade: Why Clinging to Floppy Disks and Legacy Systems is Holding Your Business Back

by Lea Strickland | Aug 19, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Management, Capability, Operations, Small Business

Introduction Floppy disks, proprietary software from the 90s, and fragmented legacy systems are more than nostalgic artifacts. They’re anchors dragging down efficiency, security, and scalability. As businesses scale, the cost of maintaining outdated infrastructure...
Want Peak Performance? Find Out What’s Holding You Back

Want Peak Performance? Find Out What’s Holding You Back

by Lea Strickland | Jun 27, 2025 | Business Articles, Capability, Results, Viability

Introduction Pinpointing the exact reasons for poor performance can be challenging without specific details about the outcomes your organization is pursuing. The starting point is clearly defining the issue and assessing your company’s performance. Is it...
11 Strategic Actions to Increase Your Business’s Agility and Resilience

11 Strategic Actions to Increase Your Business’s Agility and Resilience

by Lea Strickland | Jun 20, 2025 | Business Articles, Capability, Strategy

In today’s unpredictable economic and global environment, your ability to adapt quickly and recover from setbacks is essential for survival. As businesses face a range of challenges, including supply chain disruptions, talent shortages, and technological shifts,...
Looking for Oz, Behind the Curtain: How Business Really Works

Looking for Oz, Behind the Curtain: How Business Really Works

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...
Teamship Model: Pros, Cons, and Impact on Leadership

Teamship Model: Pros, Cons, and Impact on Leadership

by Lea Strickland | Jun 12, 2025 | Business Articles, Capability, Execution, Leadership, Operations

Introduction The concept of “teamship” emphasizes collective collaboration, mutual accountability, and shared purpose within a team. Unlike traditional hierarchical models, teamship fosters a culture where every member contributes to decision-making and...
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