Business Problem Solving Communication Development 
StrategyU
JANUARY 20, 2025
It comes from the classic business book: The Pyramid Principle by Barbara Minto. Minto was the first female consultant at McKinsey and developed these ideas to help consultants communicate complex ideas clearly. From here, this is often the message you would start with when communicating externally.
StrategyU
MARCH 20, 2025
. #2 Internal Artifacts help shape the reality of a project Another vital component of a strong meta-process is developing and utilizing internal artifacts. These aren’t just templates or checklists for the sake of having them, these should be documents, and tools to help develop a shared understanding that is at the core.
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StrategyU
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
.” This is the overarching aim of most businesses and this broad, general goal provides a way for company leaders to look at this framework and have an entry point where they can find agreement. Do you have a toolkit for business problem solving? Both versions include lifetime access and all future updates.
StrategyU
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
Strategy consulting isnt just about analyzing data and advising clientsits also about communicating complex ideas in a clear, persuasive, and compelling manner. The Pyramid Principle The Pyramid Principle is vital for developing persuasive presentations. This slide is critical for busy executives who need the core message quickly.
StrategyU
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
In consulting, I worked with many companies helping them to develop strategies. Although these were often focused on different levels of the business and different topics, all of the “strategies” were similar. How To Develop Your Own Strategic Perspective. Strategy Is Simple (Example: Pepsi).
StrategyU
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
Example 7: Customer Support Channels Original Breakdown: Phone Support Email Support Live Chat Support Social Media Support Why it is MECE: Each support channel is a distinct method of communication with customers, and together they cover all major avenues for customer service. Want more examples?
StrategyU
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
They gather data, conduct interviews, and analyze internal processes to diagnose problems or pinpoint areas of opportunity. Client Communication: Consultants engage frequently with client teams by presenting findings, facilitating workshops, and training staff to adopt new practices.
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