August 19, 2009 5:30 PM - 15 attended

What's Keeping Your Business from Thriving?

WHAT: Strategy vs. Execution: What You Need to Know to Profitably Grow Your Business
COST: $20 fee until August 17th, ($25 from August 18th)
DATE: August 19, 5:30-8:30pm
NOTE: Get a free copy of "Mass Customization" by David Gardner, expert on business strategy and execution.
BOOK INFO: http://happyabout.inf...
LOCATION: Intero, 10275 N De Anza Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
REGISTER: RSVP in the space above
MAKE PAYMENT: Use this url [http://tinyurl.com/2h...] to pay with credit card or PayPal
5:30-6:30 Signup and networking
6:30-7:30 Interactive talk with David Gardner
7:30-7:50 Announcements
7:50-8:30 Additional networking

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Detail:
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Is your business operating like the winning thoroughbred at the Kentucky Derby? Or, does your business look and feel more like a broken-down plow horse? This program will examine two vital distinctions in the world of business: "strategy" and "execution" and how these concepts are inextricably linked not only for mega companies but small businesses as well.

You'll learn more about these concepts, how they apply in your business, and specifically how they can be predictive of future company performance. We will be discussing this not only from the edge of the company, but also examining how central functions within your company impact business execution. We'll look at some real life examples of how strategy must change to better support business execution and financial performance. And, you'll learn about a transformative project in the fire truck industry that provides lessons for all.

What you will take away from this session


  • "Strategy" and "execution" -- key distinctions.
  • Simple tool for assessing where your business is today in terms of strategy and execution.
  • Real world examples that everyone can relate to.
  • Approach to examine where you are so you can develop a plan to get to where you want to be.
  • CEO insights from people who live these issues every day.
  • Great new book: Mass Customization by David Gardner

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About the Presenter:
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Since 1992, Dave Gardner has been a management consultant and entrepreneur who helps companies eliminate business execution problems that threaten profitable and sustainable growth. His passion is accelerating and improving collaboration between teams in companies as well as out into the dealer/customer channel. His clients have included start-ups with $0 revenue to $40 billion in revenue. He is a graduate of San Jose State University (BA) and Santa Clara University (MBA). His websites include: www.gardnerandassoc.com and www.mass-customization-expert.com

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