This article is a summary of a YouTube video "CIMA E3 What is Strategy?" by VIVA Financial Tuition
TLDR Strategic leadership and maintaining a sustainable advantage are crucial for long-term success in business.
Key insights
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The definition of "long term" can vary from six months for a new tech business to three to five years for an established supermarket.
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"The key to strategy is not just being better than your rivals, but also maintaining that advantage in a sustainable way."
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Your strategy should not only consider your resources and competencies, but also address the expectations of key stakeholders such as shareholders, customers, and staff.
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Having a consistent approach and common goal in a company can lead to dole congruence, where all departments and divisions are pulling in the same direction.
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"Strategic leadership is crucial for maintaining order and evaluating performance against set strategies."