Monday, November 10, 2008
Not to be too Chauvinistic
I do follow elections in many countries, but at the risk of sounding chauvinistic, it was the outcome of the U.S. election—that is, the victory of Barack Obama – that captured headlines around the world.
20 years ago I had a colleague who did strategic planning. He said he had a great life because all he did was set objectives, and then other people had to do the work of getting there. Strat planners nowadays seem to be a bit more accountable and attentive. The challenge is to move forward, and to commit to remaining true (and flexible) to the real objectives. That's the challenge for Obama and the US. It's easy enough to hold a steady tiller when the seas are calm, when the wind is steady, and when all destinations look pretty good. It's not like that now!
Posted by Tom Osborn on 2008-11-11 05:25:52
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