by Carla A. Fleming | Jul 3, 2021 | Business Strategy, CEO, Disruption, Growth, Leadership, Strategy
In Part I, we discussed speed and strategic flexibility as two key skills CEOs and their organizations need to have as they exit the pandemic. Part II of this article discusses the third skill, proactive accountability, and what post-pandemic leadership will look... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Jun 24, 2021 | Business, CEO, Disruption, Growth, Leadership
“I learned more in my last 12 months running Prelude Solutions than I have in the 15 years of being a business owner,” said, Cate Heaman, CEO of Prelude Solutions, a firm focused on optimizing a company’s entire communications system, from voice and data to data... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Apr 29, 2021 | CEO, Disruption, Growth, Leadership, The Strategic Piece
In Part I, we discussed CEOs’ mistakes when relying on the SWOT Analysis as their primary strategic tool. Part II of the series will cover why the PESTEL is critical to strengthening your SWOT Analysis and how Hallmark synchronized their business with viewers.... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Apr 21, 2021 | Business, Business Strategy, CEO, Disruption, Strategy
Whether you’re a fan of Hallmark Channel or not, the number of loyal viewers has increased during the pandemic. The running joke in my family is anyone can write a Hallmark movie because it’s predictable. Girl meets boy. They break up because of bad advice.... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Mar 29, 2020 | Business, Business Model, Business Strategy, COVID-19 Resources, Telecommuting
Updated 4/26/20: With the new Paycheck Protection Program and Health care Enhancement Act, there are new tools for small and medium businesses, including American workers affected by COVID-19. Many of the programs are new or have are existing programs recently added... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Mar 22, 2020 | Business, Business Model, Business Strategy, Capabilities, CEO, Internal Capabilities, Strategy, The Strategic Piece
As many of us adjust to working from home with family, and staying connected with co-workers due to COVID-19, this is a golden opportunity for each of us to take stock of our skills, get curious, and carve out some time to upskill. What is it you’ve always wanted to... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Feb 16, 2020 | Business, Business Strategy, CEO, Strategy, The Strategic Piece
“The Strategic Piece” series looks at the hidden issues and topics that can challenge a business, add value, or point to a leading indicator that’s a story about a new customer behavior, trend, or market shift that’s developing and could impact the way we do business... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Feb 9, 2020 | Business, Business Strategy, CEO, Strategy, The Strategic Piece
“The Strategic Piece” series looks at the hidden issues and topics that can challenge a business, add value, or point to a leading indicator that’s a story about a new customer behavior, trend, or market shift that’s developing and could impact the way we do business... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Jan 12, 2020 | Business Model, Business Strategy, CEO, Strategy, The Strategic Piece
Welcome to our series called “The Strategic Piece,” which look at the hidden issues and topics that can challenge a business, add value, or point to a leading indicator that’s a story about a new customer behavior, trend, or market shift that could impact the way we... 
by Carla A. Fleming | Jan 5, 2020 | Business, Business Strategy, CEO, Strategy, The New CEO
“A lot of CEOs don’t really understand strategy. They never had to because they go into a business that was successful,” said Todd Ordal. The CEO role and the internal capabilities required to grow a company are rapidly being redefined. The New CEO is grappling with... 
