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

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