JumpLeap Long-Term Strategic Planning Podcast

Let’s imagine for a moment that you are a citizen or resident of the USA. You love the country and especially the vision of the founding fathers.However, you are distressed by the degree of the political divide. It has hijacked popular attention. People seem to hate each other.Is there a way to find inspiration beyond the current uncertainty? Can leaders possibly come together if only they took a long-term view of the country, and the world?Tune into this episode to join me in tackling this wicked problem.SummaryIn this episode of the Jump Leap Long-Term Strategy Podcast, Francis Wade explores the deep political divide in the United States and its implications for the future. He introduces a fictional character, Amanda, who seeks to bridge this divide through a bipartisan approach. Wade discusses the importance of long-term thinking in politics, drawing parallels with Jamaica's Vision 2030 initiative as a model for creating a unified national vision. He emphasizes the need for consensus and a future-back planning approach to address the challenges facing the U.S. and the world.takeawaysThe political divide in the U.S. is a significant issue.Long-term thinking is essential for political stability.Bipartisanship can lead to shared goals and outcomes.Vision 2030 Jamaica serves as a model for national planning.Consensus building is crucial for effective governance.Political instability affects global perceptions of the U.S.Future-back planning can help overcome present challenges.A unified vision is necessary for the U.S. to thrive.The process of creating a national vision requires broad consultation.This is a pivotal moment for the future of democracy.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Political Divide08:42 The Impact of Political Instability14:29 Exploring Solutions: Vision 2030 Jamaica20:35 The Process of National Development Planning26:41 Lessons from Jamaica's Vision 203032:27 The Importance of a Unified Vision38:38 Future-Back Planning for the U.S.44:39 Conclusion: A Call to ActionThe Long-Term Strategy Conference 2025 - https://strategyconf.fwconsulting.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit longtermstrategy.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comYou are leading the development of a strategic plan in an organization. The company has a very transactional culture in which staff members are doing the minimum required to get by.However, the company needs to develop a game-changing strategic plan to stay relevant in its industry. You are concerned that staff members don’t care about the future of the organization, but their buy-in is essential.How can you get them interested in a shared future vision for the organization, beyond a mere paycheck or bonus?Tune into this episode to hear from me and my special guest, Debilyn Molineaux, as we tackle this wicked problem together.I’m Francis Wade and welcome to the JumpLeap Long-Term Strategy PodcastDebilyn Molineaux serves as the catalyst for the American Future project to help everyday Americans discover and believe in a future that will be "worth it" to work together for the sake of our nation. Debilyn is a serial entrepreneur, co-founding many organizations and transpartisan projects over her 20+ year career in establishing the democracy ecosystem.Here’s a 20-minute video excerpt.To watch the full video, see below, under the paywall for subscribers.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comYou are convinced that your company or client needs a game-changing strategy. But you have also worked with them to see that their thinking is pedestrian. Ordinary. Run of the mill. Business as usual.You realise that one element which is lacking is a set of powerful insights. Without them, you’ll always be stuck no matter how well they do at implementation.And if a competitor comes along, like Deep Seek, you’ll be disrupted.Tune into this episode to join me in tackling this wicked problem.And here’s a resource I mentioned for scanning future trends: https://www.futuresplatform.com/Here is the complimentary video excerpt for free subscribers. The full video is behind the paywall below.

In a captivating discussion with Seth Godin, renowned author and marketing expert, he delves into the critical role of understanding systems within organizations. He highlights the dangers of outdated thinking that stifles innovation, drawing parallels between companies like Yahoo and Google. Godin emphasizes the overlooked emotional aspects of strategy and the power of storytelling as a transformative tool. He encourages leaders to confront their system blind spots and adapt to evolving realities for meaningful change.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comYou are a facilitator or sponsor of strategic planning offsites. Recently, you noticed that it’s become easier than ever to gather pages of interesting and pertinent information about client companies. You’re pleased…this is a far cry from the days when you were forced to walk in empty-handed because the company had nothing to offer you.But now you have a new problem. The best clients are collecting a ton of information, and providing it to you in buckets. You want to go through all of it but with limited time and resources, you can’t.You don’t want to fake it until you make it…but what else can you do?Tune into this episode to hear from me and my special guest, Dan Bruder, as we tackle and try to solve this wicked problem together.To watch or hear the full episode, join JumpLeap as a subscriber. This supports the work I’m doing on long-term strategic planning. It appears below the Subscribe signup box.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comYour company is committed to engaging staff in implementing the next strategic plan. Like most, you realize that their involvement is important.But the company is big…large enough that you can’t talk to everyone. Not effectively. But you’d like to give each person a chance to contribute. And be heard.How can you pull off this seemingly impossible feat? And how can you do so…at scale?Tune into this episode to hear from me and my special guest, Dan Bruder, as we solve this wicked problem together. We’ll look at the ways AI can be used to drive employee engagement at scale.To watch or hear the full episode, join JumpLeap as a subscriber. This supports the work I’m doing on long-term strategic planning. It appears below the Subscribe signup box.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comWhy You Should Listen to This Episode of the Jump Leap Long-Term Strategy PodcastPicture this: you’re in the middle of a critical strategic planning retreat. Your team has crafted bold visions for the future, but now comes the toughest part—choosing the path forward. Limited resources, competing priorities, and mounting pressure make every option feel like a gamble.In this episode of the Jump Leap Long-Term Strategy Podcast, host Francis Wade and special guest Dr. Peter Compo, author of The Emergent Approach to Strategy, tackle this exact dilemma. Together, they break down the messy realities of decision-making in high-stakes environments, offering practical tools and transformative insights.Here’s what you’ll gain:* Actionable Frameworks – Learn why most strategies fail and how Peter’s “Strategy Matrix” can help you evaluate options effectively.* Real-World Lessons – Dive into examples, like the fictional Arturo’s challenge, to see how disciplined decision-making can overcome bottlenecks.* The Jazz Analogy – Discover how the improvisation of jazz mirrors the blend of structure and creativity needed in strategy.This episode isn’t just about theory. It’s about equipping leaders with the tools to navigate complexity, make bold choices, and design strategies that inspire and deliver results.Whether you’re a CEO, facilitator, or team leader, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of how to tackle the toughest strategic decisions. Tune in and learn how discipline, creativity, and trust can transform your approach to planning.Click play and take the first step toward game-changing strategy.The episode draws heavily on Peter Compo’s book The Emergent Approach to Strategy.To watch the full episode, join JumpLeap as a subscriber. This supports the work I’m doing on long-term strategic planning. It appears below the Subscribe signup box.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comHave you ever seen strategic master plans gather dust on a shelf? Or, have you ever poured your heart into a master plan only to see it fall flat?Strategic Master Plans make sense but they rarely work in practice. If this echoes your experience, don’t miss this episode.We’ll tackle the reasons why these efforts promise so much but deliver so little. We’ll examine the issue through the lens of Dr. Peter Compo, author and strategy theorist.You’ll hear why strategic master plans which offer no more than wishlist-style thinking do more harm than good. We’ll also look at reasons why the EndPoint Method includes certain steps which invite difficult conversations and challenging tradeoffs.The episode draws heavily on Peter Compo’s book The Emergent Approach to Strategy.To watch the full episode, join JumpLeap as a subscriber. This supports the work I’m doing on long-term strategic planning. It appears below the Subscribe signup box.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comWhat happens when leadership goes off-course and starts undermining the very culture that made your company successful? In this thought-provoking episode, Francis Wade teams up with Barry Eustance, an expert in aviation and corporate transformation, to tackle a problem that many executives face but few know how to fix: cultural drift. Together, they explore how leadership styles can erode the foundations of a company, drawing on powerful real-world examples like Boeing's notorious safety lapses. Through candid discussions, they reveal why culture is fragile, how neglecting it can lead to catastrophic outcomes, and the vital role that long-term strategy plays in maintaining organizational health. Whether you're navigating corporate politics or looking to preserve your company’s mission, this episode will help you spot the early warning signs and build a culture that thrives—before it’s too late.To watch the full episode, join JumpLeap as a subscriber. This supports the work I’m doing on long-term strategic planning. It appears below the Subscribe signup box.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.comYour company has a problem implementing its strategic plans. On a given day, it devotes all its attention to emergency issues, and sets aside the contents of the last strategic plan.There are no lazy, or dumb people involved - your colleagues are well-intended. They know they need to be proactive.But when it comes to implementing a strategic plan which drives daily actions, no-one knows why more urgent items always get in the way. You think there must be a way to make long-term more important now.Tune into this episode to join me in tackling this wicked challenge.I’m Francis Wade and welcome to the JumpLeap Long-Term Podcast.Here is a video of the excerpt from this episode, for free subscribers.To watch the full episode, join JumpLeap as a subscriber. This supports the work I’m doing on long-term strategic planning. It appears below the Subscribe signup box.