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All Business Strategies Fall into 4 Categories

Harvard Business

The problem with strategy frameworks is that although they can help you determine whether an opportunity is attractive or whether a given strategy is likely to work, they generally don’t help you in the task of identifying the opportunity or crafting the strategy in the first place. This article introduces a framework, built on an in-depth analysis of the creativity literature, that aims to fill that gap by providing a systematic approach to identifying potential strategies.

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Transform Setbacks into Success: Building Business Resilience with Richard Citrin

Consulting Matters

How Business Resilience Turns Setbacks into Opportunities Growing a consulting or coaching business can be stressful and full of setbacks. Between learning how to build a brand and market yourself, while juggling clients and projects, it can feel overwhelming. Putting yourself out there with content, social media posting, and asking for referrals that lead to nowhere can feel discouraging.

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Scaling a Midsize Startup

Harvard Business

The “mighty-middle” segment of startups falls between venture-scale unicorns and small businesses. These startups aim for valuations in the high single-digit to high tens of millions within 5-10 years, targeting midsize niches with significant growth potential. Enabled by internet tools, global advertising, and affordable tech, mighty-middle businesses often bootstrap, use contractors, and require entrepreneurs to acquire diverse skills.

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Key Components for Effective Coaching and Feedback from Managers at Work

LSA Global

Effective Coaching and Feedback from Managers at Work Matters Effective coaching and feedback from managers at work nurtures talent, enhances performance, boosts engagement, and fosters continuous growth. Ineffective coaching and feedback at work creates ambiguity, drives disengagement , and increases risk. Based upon people manager assessment and organizational culture assessment data a few pivotal elements need to be in place for coaching and feedback to have influence.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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How Technology Can Help Drive DEI Success - SPONSOR CONTENT WEBINAR FROM WORKDAY

Harvard Business

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