Mike Roberts 
A virtuous circle is one where a good event feeds on itself to improve business further. It is a positive feedback loop. A virtuous circle can be small operating over days or it can drive a whole company’s strategy for decades. The same positive feedback loop can also run in reverse however, to create a vicious … Read more
Core and Context is a distinction that separates the few activities that a company does that create true differentiation in customers’ eyes (CORE) from everything else that a company needs to do to stay in business (CONTEXT). “Core” refers to the innovative processes that businesses undertake to create differentiation that wins customers. “Context” refers to … Read more
Michael Porter introduced the idea of an activity system map in 1985 as a way to strengthen business strategy. It serves as a visual tool that shows how different activities connect, support each other, and build on a company’s core strengths. By mapping these links, organizations can see how their efforts fit together, making it … Read more
The flywheel concept in business is a strategic approach where small, consistent actions build momentum, leading to significant long-term growth. This concept emphasizes how repeated efforts can accumulate and create powerful forward motion. Forget about quick fixes. The flywheel requires patience and persistence. But you will pay for it, believe me. The results of such … Read more