There are various different types of strategies and many different strategy tools. But which type of strategy is best suited for the OGSM model? OGSM can be used for various types of strategies, including but not limited to business strategy, …
What’s The Difference Between OKR and OGSM?
If you are like me then you may also be wondering if there is a better way to drive strategy execution and achieve business results. When I first came across OKRs and OGSM, I was wondering what’s the difference between …
What Comes First: People or Strategy?
It seems like a question of preference or belief such as Pepsi vs. Coke, Pampers vs. Huggies or Nutella vs. Nusspli. But far from it. Whether in large corporations or small businesses, choosing to put people first or put strategy …
The 11 Secrets Of Strategy Execution They Don’t Teach You In Business School
According to a recent survey(1) a staggering 67% of well-formulated strategies fail during execution. Let that sink in for a moment: two thirds of all strategies fail. With the following 11 secrets of successful strategy execution, your strategy won’t be …
How Many Initiatives Should My Strategy Have?
When using the OGSM approach to strategy, I often come across the question of how many initiatives a strategy should have. In the following, I summarize what works best in my experience. When developing the implementation plan for your strategy, …
What Comes First: Objective, Goals Or Strategy?
In business, objectives, goals and strategies are often used interchangeably when describing a company’s direction. Yet they are very different. Which one comes first – and does it really matter? When developing a business strategy, first decide your objective, i.e. …
Should Small Businesses Do Strategic Planning?
In small businesses strategic planning is often brushed aside as being too costly and time-consuming and taking too much attention away from operations. However, without a strategic plan, a business would lack the clear sense of direction it needs to …
What is The Role Of The Facilitator In A Strategic Planning Workshop?
Good strategic plans and strong organizational commitment arise from strategy workshops that allow open, candid, and inclusive discussions. An expert facilitator can help you achieve that. The role of the facilitator in a strategy workshop is four-fold: manage the agenda …
How to Create a Business Strategy That Delivers Results in 6 Simple Strategy Process Steps
Strategy development describes the process of creating a strategy for a business or an organization. The strategy process includes 6 steps and answers 6 critical questions.
What is Strategy?
A good strategy is critical for success. It connects an enterprise’s purpose with its activities. It is a roadmap for action and guides decision making. Yet, it is often poorly designed and mis-executed. OGSM can be a great tool to simplify strategy and deliver excellent results.