Microsoft, Amazon, Apple and Facebook get much of their value through the use of Multisided Platforms (MSPs). MIT Sloan define a multisided platform as “technologies, products or services that create value primarily by enabling direct interactions between two or more customer or participant groups.” For example: Apple connects app developers with iPhone users who have […]

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The most important activity for any leader is to cast a vision for their organization! This vivid picture of what the future will look like when the organization has achieved its ultimate purpose must be so compelling that your staff will bet their careers on your organization and your customers will be inspired to do […]

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A few weeks ago I introduced a tool called the Business Compass. This tool provides the means of visually communicating your organization’s vision, mission, values, brand promise, leadership behaviors and strategic and operational priorities. I have previously blogged about vision, mission, values and strategic and operational priorities but what about Brand Promise? Brand Promise is simply […]

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I have had quite a few people ask me what iPad apps I use for business and personal purposes. I am always trying out apps that are useful and boost my productivity. The following are currently my favorite iPad apps. Microsoft OneNote 2013 (1PC/1User) [Download] – this is perhaps the best and most powerful productivity […]

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