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Context and curiosity drive commerciality and pricing

Red Star Kim

And the strategic need to align marketing objectives to a firm’s strategic intent. The crux of marketing is to anticipate (and meet) client needs whilst maximising profit. Price is a major driver of profit. So marketing is reliant on research and financial knowledge. Books on pricing?

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7 Best Strategy Books to Read in 2024

Envisio

” ― Toni Morrison A new year, a new chance to shift our perspectives, understand one another and the systems around us, and take our strategic thinking to new heights. Books are reflection. Books change your mind.” ” 4. .” This book is a testament to the work you have devoted your life to.” Eggers and Donald F.

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Strategy case studies and more matrices

Red Star Kim

At the conference they focused on the overall vision, the next generation and strategic priorities, expectations of partners, client service and sector. A Board member anchored each discussion and all partners contributed to each theme. What are we able to achieve?

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Beyond the Horizon: GenAI and Ethical Leadership

MDI Training

Regulatory Compliance – Adhering to legal standards and regulations governing the use of GenAI in the workplace. For creative industries, GenAI already offers tools for design and content creation, thus freeing up time for strategic thinking and innovation. So, this is very personal for me now. LinkedIn Did you know?

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Business Model vs. Strategy: What’s the Difference?

CMOE

Governance framework. The business model would be a perfect expression of the ideal strategy and the model would continuously make the founders a great profit. and gives you a deeper way of thinking about strategy that can help you in your role. Important resources and activities in its value chain. Technology. Revenue streams.

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Book review: The Strategy Book by Max McKeown

Red Star Kim

This one is equally helpful for experienced leaders and students first grasping the principles of strategic thinking. The author clarifies the strategic process while guiding the reader through it to create a new strategic mindset. Unusually, he has accolades for both customer service and human resources.

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Using Multi-Factor Analysis to Maximize Sales Performance Improvement

Mike Kunkle

Sales is discounting again, significantly, further reducing profit margins. The art of identifying, engaging, and persuading potential clients demands a level of assertiveness, resilience, strategic thinking, and new skills that many team members are still working to develop. Operating income and EBIDTA are declining.