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Status Quophiles and Quophobes

Mills Scofield

Ever know anyone who will explicitly say he/she doesn't think innovation is important? Status Quophobes are Innovators - they see the half empty glass as half full, waiting to be filled up! Status Quophobes are Innovators - they see the half empty glass as half full, waiting to be filled up! Do these sound familiar?

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Resolution 2011: Make Your Strategy Coherent

Harvard Business Review

Companies that demonstrate strategic coherence — think Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola — earn a market premium in terms of higher earnings and greater shareholder value. Leaders need to look past Wall Street-pleasing adjacencies or new businesses, and instead make sure their core strategy will result in long-term success.