Strategy

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Strategic Planning Games: Boosting Strategic Thinking and Team Performance

By Mark Hope / June 4, 2025 / Comments Off

Strategic planning doesn’t have to be boring boardroom meetings filled with endless spreadsheets. Strategic planning games transform traditional planning sessions into engaging, interactive experiences that boost team performance while developing critical business strategies. These carefully designed team building activities enhance strategic thinking, improve decision-making under pressure, and strengthen team collaboration—whether your team is remote or in-person. From Mission to Mars scenarios to SWOT team challenges, discover how the right strategic planning games can revolutionize your team’s approach to problem-solving and long-term planning.

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Top Benefits of SWOT Analysis for Your Business Success

By Mark Hope / May 13, 2025 / 0 Comments

SWOT analysis helps your business succeed by offering a structured way to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Understanding its benefits can enhance strategic planning, promote informed decisions, and improve your competitive edge.

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10 Strategy Books Other Than The Art of War

By Mark Hope / November 18, 2024 / 0 Comments

Looking for books similar to Sun Tzu’s ‘The Art of War‘? This article lists essential […]

Mastering Strategic Planning and the Marketing Process: A Practical Guide

By Mark Hope / November 14, 2024 / 0 Comments

Looking to create a successful marketing strategy? This guide on strategic planning and the marketing […]

The Ultimate Guide to Crafting a Winning Strategic Marketing Plan

By Mark Hope / November 8, 2024 / 0 Comments

Are you looking to align your marketing efforts with your business goals? A strategic marketing […]

Essential Strategy Frameworks for Business Success

By Mark Hope / November 7, 2024 / 0 Comments

Are you looking to master strategic planning for your business? Strategy frameworks are critical for […]

Compare Business and Military Strategy: Insights and Lessons for Success

By Mark Hope / November 1, 2024 / 0 Comments

How do business and military strategies compare? Both involve anticipating challenges, making critical decisions, and […]

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Effective Strategy Planning for Business: A Comprehensive Guide

By Mark Hope / October 21, 2024 / 0 Comments

Effective business strategy planning ensures long-term success. In this guide, you’ll learn to create a […]

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Navigating a BANI World: Strategies for Future Leadership

By Mark Hope / October 14, 2024 / 0 Comments

Listen to The Asymmetric Marketing Podcast’s overview of this article The BANI concept captures today’s […]

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The Art of War Annotated: Insights and Strategies for Modern Success

By Mark Hope / October 4, 2024 / 0 Comments

This article explains how annotated versions of Sun Tzu’s classic, rooted in ancient Chinese military […]

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Price Competitor Strategy: Pros, Cons & Tips

By Mark Hope / October 2, 2024 / 0 Comments

Want to stay ahead of your price competitors? This article identifies, analyzes, and adapts competitors’ […]

10 Essential The Art of War Lessons You Need to Know

By Mark Hope / October 1, 2024 / 0 Comments

Are you looking for strategic wisdom? Sun Tzu’s Art of War offers powerful lessons in […]

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Understanding Product Market Development (PMD): Definition and Practical Uses

By Mark Hope / October 1, 2024 / 0 Comments

PMD stands for Product Market Development. It is a growth strategy in which businesses sell […]

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Mastering Leadership in a VUCA World: Strategies for Success

By Mark Hope / September 29, 2024 / 0 Comments

Listen to The Asymmetric Marketing Podcast’s overview of this article VUCA stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, […]

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Master Decision-Making with Boyd’s OODA Loop

By Mark Hope / September 21, 2024 / 0 Comments

The OODA Loop, which stands for Observe, Orient, Decide, Act, is a robust decision-making framework. […]

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Competitive Benchmarking Examples: A Comprehensive Guide to Outperform Your Competitors

By Mark Hope / September 17, 2024 / 0 Comments

Competitive benchmarking is no longer just a best practice-it’s essential. It allows businesses to evaluate […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Understanding The Art of War Book

By Mark Hope / September 13, 2024 / 0 Comments

The Art of War Book, by Sun Tzu is a foundational text in military strategy […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Mastering the War in Business Strategy

By Mark Hope / September 11, 2024 / 0 Comments

The concept of a ‘war in business‘ highlights how business competition resembles a military operation, […]

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Diligence vs Persistence: Unveiling the Power of Both in Business

By Mark Hope / August 30, 2024 / 0 Comments

Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s most celebrated Founding Fathers, was known for his wisdom, wit, […]

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Mastering the Power of Asymmetry: Essential Reads for Business Strategy and Innovation

By Mark Hope / August 23, 2024 / 0 Comments

The article “Mastering the Power of Asymmetry: Essential Reads for Business Strategy and Innovation” highlights key books that offer unique perspectives on leveraging asymmetry in business. These resources guide leaders in using unconventional strategies to outmaneuver competitors and drive innovation.

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