Tag Archives: Business Strategy

5 Reasons Why AI Won’t Eliminate Gut Decisions

I have been using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for a couple of years now.  Lately.ai is AI that breaks down a blog or video into little chunks (my word, not theirs) and provides social media posts.  I won’t go into all the details here, but you should check them out.  Decision making for socials posts is

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5 Reasons to Embrace Uncertainty

In the world of business (and life for that matter), uncertainty is often viewed through a negative lens. It causes stress, anxiety, and can ultimately lead to failure. Even so, uncertainty is a natural part of any business cycle.  It is unavoidable, but that is okay! Here are five reasons you should EMBRACE uncertainty. Opportunities

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5 Tips to Help You Rise Above Industry Standards

Industry standards are the baseline. In order to standout, it is necessary to rise above such standards!  To stand out, businesses must exceed the service levels expected of them. This is the primary way to stand apart from your competitors.  When rising above industry standards, you will develop client loyalty, attract new clients, and improve

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Four Tips To Help Prevent Overthinking Strategic Decisions

It doesn’t matter which side of the fence you get off on sometimes. What matters most is getting off. You cannot make progress without making decisions. Jim Rohn We all make several decisions every day.  What to eat?  What to wear?  What to feed our children?  Which route to take to work?  How much time

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The Importance of Long-Term Vision in Business: How to Avoid Business Myopia

For businesses of all sizes, it’s all too easy to get caught up in the day-to-day hustle and grind, focusing solely on short-term gains and immediate results.  We do it every day.   This narrow-minded approach, known as myopia, can lead to missed opportunities and negative consequences in the long run. (I’ll publish a post soon

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Ten Ways to Stay Competitive in a Crowded Marketplace

As a small business or even a solopreneur, competition can be fierce and staying ahead can be challenging, particularly if there is no strategy in place as a road map. However, with the right strategies, you can do more than just survive.  Indeed, the right strategy or strategies can help you can thrive in a crowded market. Here are some tips to help you stay competitive.

Strategy Talks Podcast Recap: How to Create a Sustainable Business Strategy

The following is a summary of a Harbourtime Strategy Talks Podcast session. A summary of the topics discussed is below. The recording date was January 12, 2021. Podcast *Please note, this is not an exact transcription, as I took some liberties in transcribing from the Podcast discussion.* Trent Simmons is the CEO of Hardeman Company

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11 Quotes on Making Strategic Moves

We all make strategic moves every day. I recently read a great quote from a Nineteenth Century American Humorist, Josh Billings. (Below, Quote #1). No doubt, knowing how to play your cards, no matter how many you are holding, is important. But other reading over these quotes from Coaches, Business Leaders, and Political Leaders can

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5 best business podcasts to help you grow your business

We are fortunate to live in 2022. We are not perfect. Society still has many, many serious issues to solve. We are working on it. As they say, “we are only human”. One of the most exciting things about living in 2022 is the availability of media, including Podcasts. Reading is important, but as technology

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