Launching a Boat
Whales present a mighty opportunity for companies seeking fast growth. But hunting and harvesting them takes a level of courage and a range of skills many companies lack. Find out if your company is ready to launch your boat.
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Launch your Boat
A colleague recently pointed out to me the importance of the Whale Hunters concept that we call “launch the boat.” That’s the critical management decision to…