by John Olivant | May 13, 2025 | Business Planning
“How to Build a Strategy You’ll Actually Follow (Not Just Write Down and Forget)” I’ve lost count of how many business owners—myself included—have started the year full of fire and ambition… only to watch their strategy fall apart by March. It usually...
by John Olivant | Apr 28, 2025 | Business Planning
“Good Strategy, Bad Strategy, No Strategy: Why Most Businesses Fail Before They Begin” Forget the mission statements and buzzwords. Real strategy is simple, focused, and brutally effective. Strategy Isn’t Complicated — It’s Essential. Over the years, I’ve...
by John Olivant | Apr 22, 2025 | Business Planning
Introduction: The Hidden Roadblock in Your Business Plan. I’ve worked with hundreds of business owners over the years, and one thing I’ve learned is this: “Most people don’t struggle with ideas, ambition, or even planning. They struggle with starting!” You map out...
by John Olivant | Apr 15, 2025 | Business Planning, Decision Making
Planning vs. Decision-Making — Or Are They the Same? You probably think of business planning and decision-making as two separate things. You plan at the start of the year, maybe set some goals, and then day-to-day, you make dozens of decisions on the fly. But what if...
by John Olivant | Mar 3, 2025 | Business Planning
Introduction: Why Preplanning is the Secret Ingredient to Successful Business Plans. When it comes to successful business plans, it’s tempting to jump straight into planning mode. You might feel the pressure to outline your goals, map out strategies, and set...
by John Olivant | Feb 25, 2025 | Business Planning
From Complacency to Creativity: Why Mature Businesses Need a Startup Shake-Up. Introduction: The Startup vs. Mature Business Mindset. When you first started your business, everything was about growth, innovation, and figuring things out as you went. You had to adapt...
