Tag Archives: differentiation

Becoming a Better Business Leader: Unlearning Capitalism

Posted on July 31st, 2015 | profit

Issue 5.3 | July 2015 In this Article: we build on last month’s article (how to unlearn flawed assumptions that hinder transformation) by showing how we can unlearn the flaws of Capitalism, and do business better. Next month we will focus [ … ]

The Measure of a Leader

Posted on June 29th, 2012 | leadership

Issue 3.8 | June 2012 In this Article: how you use power will determine your leadership legacy. by Jonathan Wilson It is one of the great mistakes of a leader to believe that he will be measured by what [ … ]

Fools Rush In: the Power of the Slow-Thinking Executive

Posted on April 24th, 2012 | strategy

Issue 3.6 | April 2012 In this Article: business might be fast, but success requires thinking slowly. by Jonathan Wilson Even at 5:30 in the morning, the sauna-like climate saturated the airport terminal on the north coast of New [ … ]

From Noble Thought to Noble Deed

Posted on November 29th, 2011 | leadership

Issue 3.3 | November 2011 In this Article: disciplined action, not just a great idea, makes a leader. by Jonathan Wilson It is a tiresome and common fact of our world that the noble-minded are plenty, but few of [ … ]

Profit Fixation is Bad (for Business)

Posted on September 20th, 2011 | profit

Issue 3.1 | September 2011 In this Article: why an exclusive focus on profit creates a dangerous distraction from value creation. by Jonathan Wilson Apple does not exist to make a profit. If it did, it would never have [ … ]

Scanning the Horizon You Plan to Reach

Posted on June 24th, 2011 | strategy

Issue 2.10 | June 2011 In this Article: the why, the what and the how of strategic planning. by Jonathan Wilson Far in the distance, palm trees and jungle hung over the blue Pacific waters. The sun rode high [ … ]

Vision That Grips (You)

Posted on January 13th, 2011 | vision

Issue 2.6 | January 2011 In this Article: why a gripping vision will inspire, compel and sustain your company toward the achievement of great things. by Jonathan Wilson Standing on the slopes of a remote village along the Balim [ … ]

X Marks the Spot: Your Road to Profitability

Posted on August 9th, 2010 | competitive advantage

Issue 2.1 | August 2010 In this Article: there are many ways to drive revenue, but only one is optimal for your company. by Jonathan Wilson Anyone who lives in a large city like greater Toronto, Los Angeles or [ … ]

How to Get More Out of One Horse When Your Competitor Has Two (Without Hurting Your Horse)

Posted on June 29th, 2010 | competitive advantage

Issue 1.12 | June 2010 In this Article: how focus allows you to increase the power of your resources. by Jonathan Wilson To make its mark in a crowded marketplace, every business needs horsepower. Increasing your business’s horsepower is, [ … ]

Passion that Lasts: Building a Business that Endures

Posted on February 24th, 2010 | purpose

Issue 1.8 | February 2010 In this Article: You can build a business that endures if you are guided by a passion that will last. by Jonathan Wilson Endurance. It’s a gritty word, bringing to mind sweat, grime, dirty [ … ]