Like most other automakers, GM has faced the ups and downs of a troubled industry, but until last year, it had remained a powerhouse since its inception in 1908. GM led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, but then things changed. They faced bankruptcy inRead more
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How can leaders move beyond assigning blame and putting out fires? Start with an arson investigation that includes looking for these early warning signs: An inability among senior leaders to articulate the organization’s strategy. Most leaders can explain what they plan to do this week or this quarter, but fewer have the ability to putRead more
Walt Disney started a fire in the entertainment world that continues to burn decades after his death. Perhaps no single figure so dominated American and indeed, even global-popular culture as Walt Disney did. Each year, millions view a Disney movie, visit his theme parks, watch his television shows, listen to his recordings, buy his products,Read more
We create organizational cultures as we go along, sometimes consciously, often unconsciously–but always through decisions. When leaders decide to build a powerhouse of excellence, they start by asking themselves what needs to change and what should stay the same. When companies embrace a change orientation, they consider innovation as part of that culture, not aRead more
Often by mid-year New Year’s resolution and strategic targets have long been abandoned. To prevent this, adjustments to the strategy should happen continually and consistently, but there’s no better time to check your course than now. To determine if your well-laid plans have gone asunder, ask yourself these essential questions: 1. To what extent isRead more
