The Leaders in Strategy Podcast
On the Leaders In Strategy Podcast we take a different look at business strategy & leadership. We appreciate that there are plenty of books and podcasts on the subject, but just because you know the rules of a sport doesn’t mean that you’ll become a world class player! Join our host Mike Harris as he uses his 40 years of experience to educate, entertain & guide you on your journey to becoming a strategic leader. Mike combines the podcast format with his highly successful workshops to create an exciting interactive experience. How? Well join Mike & find out. Be sure to subscribe! We put out a podcast every fortnight. The Leaders in Strategy Podcast is brought to you by Strategus Consulting, a management consultancy that works with organisations and individuals to achieve their ambitions by focusing on their strategic plans and providing leadership, guidance & support. Our host, Mike Harris, has had a remarkable career spanning over four decades, including 15 years at board level and a 6-year tenure as Managing Director of a leading national engineering business, He brings unparalleled expertise, with proven success in leadership, strategy, business planning, project management, and business development. Mike is the founder & lead consultant at Strategus Consulting.
Episodes
Friday Sep 27, 2024
Friday Sep 27, 2024
Welcome to all you Leaders In Strategy! 🌟In our latest podcast 🎙️, I explore a crucial question: ‘Why Do Strategies Fail?' 📉
When I start working with clients on their Business Strategies 🎯 I’m often told that they’ve tried it all before but it’s not worked. Well luckily (for you) I’ve learnt the hard way how to address this. By using an approach that has been developed over 15 years, I will show you how to ensure your strategy succeeds!.
Whether you're managing a team or leading an organisation, join me for this 'must hear' episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast 🎙️, as I provide a masterclass 🌟on ensuring success! 💡Curious about what it takes to craft a winning strategy? Dive into the podcast & find out.
Join the conversation 🗣️👂 and share your thoughts on how robust your strategy is in the comments below. Don't forget to subscribe! A new podcast 🎧 is released every fortnight. #Leaders #Strategy #Podcast #BusinessStrategies #KeyChallenges
Friday Sep 13, 2024
Friday Sep 13, 2024
Welcome to the 11th episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast 🎙️ In Part 2 of our interview with Business Development specialist Tom Holbrow, host Mike Harris delves into 'How Strategic Is Your Business Development?' Explore the key components of your Business Development Strategy, including Competitive Advantage & the Key Challenges. Join the conversation 🗣️👂 and share your thoughts on Business Development in the comments below. Don't forget to subscribe! A new podcast 🎧 is released every fortnight. #strategy #leaders #leadership #businessstrategy #businessdevelopment
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Welcome to the 10th episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast 🎙️, and based on your comments it's the one everyone's been waiting for!
Join host Mike Harris as he discusses with special guest, Tom Holbrow 'What Is Business Development?'.
Tune in as Tom explains what is meant by Business Development and why it is a critical function for every successful organisation. 🚀
We would be thrilled to hear your thoughts on Business Development. Join the conversation 🗣️👂and leave your comments & stories below.
Be sure to subscribe! We put out a podcast 🎧 every fortnight.
#strategy #leaders #leadership #businessstrategy #businessdevelopment
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Welcome to the 9th episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast 🎙️, where host Mike Harris delivers his next Business Masterclass as he answers the question ''What Exactly is Competitive Advantage?
Join us as we explores the most exciting strand of your strategy - Your Competitive Advantage! We would be thrilled to hear your thoughts on this topic. Join the conversation 🗣️👂and leave your comments below.
Be sure to subscribe! We put out a podcast 🎧 every fortnight.
These are the books referred to in this podcast: 'Competitive Strategy' by Michael E Porter (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Competitive-Strategy-Techniques-Industries-Competitors/dp/0684841487)
'Good Strategy Bad Strategy: The Difference and Why it Matters' by Richard Rumelt (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Strategy-Bad-Difference-Matters/dp/1846684811)
#strategy #leaders #leadership #businessstrategy #CompetitiveStrategy #GoodStrategyBadStrategy #CompetitiveAdvantage #Business #Masterclass
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Welcome to the 8th episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast 🎙️, where host Mike Harris delivers his next Business Masterclass as he explores 'Does your Strategy have an Identity Crisis?'
Join us as we explore the 2nd strand of what makes a successful strategy - The Identity.
We would be thrilled to hear your thoughts on this topic. Join the conversation 🗣️👂and leave your comments below.
Be sure to subscribe! We put out a podcast 🎧 every fortnight.
#strategy #leaders #leadership #businessstrategy #Identity #Superpowers #Business #Masterclass
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Welcome to the 7th episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where host Mike Harris asks the challenging question, 'How Ambitious Is Your Strategy?'
Join us as we explore the 2nd strand of what makes a successful strategy - The Ambition.
We would be thrilled to hear your thoughts on this topic. Join the conversation and leave your comments below.
Be sure to subscribe! We put out a podcast every fortnight.
#strategy #leaders #leadership #businessstrategy #Ambition #SirSteveRedgrave
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Welcome to the 6th episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where host Mike Harris answers the question, 'What Is A SMART Strategy?'
Join us as we discover how to make your business strategy SMART.
We would be thrilled to hear your thoughts on this topic.
Join the conversation and message Mike directly on LinkedIn.
Be sure to subscribe! We put out a podcast every fortnight.
#strategy #leaders #leadership #businessstrategy #SMART
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Welcome to the 5th episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where host Mike Harris addresses a client's intriguing question: 'Are Company Values Old Hat?' & shares his response to this unexpected query.
We're excited to hear your thoughts on this topic! Join the conversation and leave your insights in the comments below.
#leaders #strategy #leadership #values #missionstatement #vision
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
🎯 In our latest Leaders in Strategy Podcast, host Mike Harris explores the crucial question: "What makes a successful strategy?" 🔍
By breaking down the key elements—from clear vision to effective execution— Mike provides valuable insights that can elevate your approach to strategic thinking.
Whether you're managing a team or leading an organisation, these ideas will help refine your strategy. 💡
Curious about what it takes to craft a winning strategy? Dive into the Podcast!
We would thrilled to hear your thoughts on this topic. Join the conversation and leave your comments below.
Don't forget to subscribe, we release a new episode every Fortnight>
#Leadership #Strategy #BusinessGrowth #StrategicThinking #BusinessStrategy
Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
Welcome to the third episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where our host, Mike Harris, tackles the fundamental question - ‘What influences a strategy?’ Join us as we dive into the key factors that will shape your strategy.
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