The Last Episode with Peter Compo: Engaging in Emergent Strategy
In this final episode, the host reflects on an engaging series with Peter Compo, author of 'The Emergent Approach to Strategy.' Peter answers a viewer question about strategic leadership and emergent strategy, emphasizing the importance of internalizing the strategy design and involving everyone in the process. They discuss managing strategies through turbulence, the significance of scenarios in strategy planning, and ensuring robust execution despite challenges. Finally, the episode explores identifying bottlenecks in organizations and the intricacies of systemic issues. This episode is a must-watch for business strategists and leaders looking to deepen their understanding of emergent thinking and effective execution.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:24 Viewer Questions and Strategic Leadership
01:38 Engaging Teams in Emergent Strategy
05:04 Consultant Work and Strategy Design
07:01 Execution and Crisis Management
16:19 Scenario Planning and Strategy Alternatives
36:05 Understanding Bottlenecks in Frameworks
36:45 Designing Strategy: A Puzzle Approach
39:03 The Role of Bottlenecks in Strategy
40:57 Techniques for Identifying Bottlenecks
44:17 Addressing People and Emotional Bottlenecks
46:08 Case Study: Courier Incorporated
50:41 Real-World Application: The Reinvention Summit
58:20 Systemically Broken Organizations
01:02:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Link to Peter’s website: https://emergentapproach.com
Link to Peter’s Music: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJsn2zbnx8dwvHJrisdkAtg
Link to Aidan McCullen for Keynotes, workshops and event MC.
https://theinnovationshow.io
The Reinvention Summit
https://www.thereinventionsummit.com/
Find us on Substack for Shownotes and competitions:
https://thethursdaythought.substack.com
Peter Compo, emergent strategy, Aidan McCullen, leadership, strategic leadership, business strategy, crisis management, execution, organizational change, scenario planning, strategy alternatives, bottlenecks, innovation, systemic issues, strategic consulting, management theory, goal setting, thought leadership, executive decision-making, strategy frameworks
