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How new information keeps your knowledge relevant
How aggressively you acquire information impacts your future competitiveness
The importance of price as a piece of information
Prices are a powerful signal, but be wary of distortions when acting on them
How to find the best information sources
Incentives, methodology, and social trust all are important to be well-informed
How to see the 4 stages of the information cycle
Follow the four "I"s to make better data-driven decisions in your organization
Let information, not ideology, fuel your ideas
The importance of gathering, curating, and debating to adjust strategies on the fly

January 2023

Strategy and the role of limitations and levers
Being honest about your weaknesses can provide clarity for future decisions
How to think strategically: systems and shocks
When considering threats, look for "actors and factors" that could force changes
The need to be both strategic and opportunistic
Find a balance between planning and serendipity to maximize your potential
How to be friends with big picture mega-trends
Developing a process to distinguish trends from fads and avoid future missteps
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Start your strategy by stating your worldview
Taking time to formulate a coherent narrative helps avoid expensive "pet projects"
Strategy vs. survival: embracing both mindsets
Count on chaos and plan how to capitalize in a world of accelerating change

December 2022

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