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The Library.
Lessons and insights on business strategy to help fast-track your career and grow your business.


When times get difficult, stay focused
When I first read Built To Last, the book by Jim Collins and Jerry Porras, I was mesmerised. It was based on six years of intensive study...
Apr 1, 20192 min read


How to Apply the Lessons from "The Art of War" to Your Business Strategy
A book that was written 2500 years ago in China, telling us about the art of war, has much relevance to business leaders today.
Mar 14, 20193 min read


Uncovering Key Insights: What We Can Learn from McKinsey and Weinstock
The McKinsey 7S framework is a great tool for managing business success. Arnold Weinstock, a leading industrialist for more than 30 years,
Mar 1, 20192 min read


Crafting compelling narratives: The power of a good story in marketing and branding
When someone says they are going to tell us a story, we are programmed to listen. As devotees of frameworks, we should take note. After all,
Feb 14, 20192 min read


Creating a Positive Impact: Examples of Business Models with a Social Purpose
Jack Welch was famous for pruning his workforce every year in pursuit of profits. Aggressive business models such as this are not suited to
Feb 1, 20192 min read


Are Economic Models Really Predictable? Exploring Their Reliability and Accuracy
Economic forecasts are rubbish. You would think that if we can fly people to the moon and put a vehicle on Mars we can figure out when...
Jan 21, 20192 min read
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