The Edge in Having a Strategic Partner
Last year I launched The Edge Group, a strategic consulting and coaching agency. Formed organically through trusted partnerships cultivated over the last 3 years consulting, our team leverages the strategic advantages of our growth-oriented clients to help find their edge.
The Edge in Having a Strategic Partner | The concept of 'seeing the forest, not just the trees' is commonly used in business to encourage managers to think big picture. While gaining perspective can help managers lead a successful operation, oftentimes this is a trade-off for leading a successful team.
Why? It's a difficult feat to lead people from a high altitude - teams feel pushed into agendas that don't align with the intricacies of their roles or their day-to-day operations. This approach also fails frequently due to the unavoidable silos and politics within organizations - most 'big picture' managers are wearing a chic pair of invisible blinders.
Engaging with The Edge Group Strategic Partners invites in an impartial ally with an expansive field of vision. This visual field consists of (what we refer to as): High-Low Benefits, Front-Back Advantages, and Ripple Management.
High-Low Benefits drive the importance of understanding both the big picture as well as granular details simultaneously. Example: what works in theory may not take into consideration the operational capabilities needed to execute on it accurately and consistently.
Front-Back Advantages connect the relationship between the operational "front-end" usage of systems/processes with their measurable "back-end" output. Example: a system set up to provide the best operational usage may limit your ability to extract meaningful insights.
Ripple Management keeps us tuned into the potential waves created by change. We approach projects with a keen understanding that strategies, people, systems, and processes are all connected to the culture of the business. Example: what may seem like a simple and necessary light-switch change might actually spark problems or create bottlenecks for others.
The edge in having a Strategic Partner with a comprehensive field of vision brings a mindful, 360° approach to tackling complex projects and initiatives. This allows your leaders to do what they do best: lead. Let them see the trees, the leaves, and, most importantly, the clear path ahead.
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