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Fredric Marshall spent decades helping companies including Apple, Pfizer, and Genentech solve problems in sales effectiveness, product launches, and organizational change. In this discussion, he explains why he views sales and leadership primarily as... more

Kristy Ellmer has spent her career leading large-scale transformations across industries, countries, and operating environments. In this conversation, she explains why most change efforts fail — not because of bad strategy, but because organizations ... more

Philip Jameson discusses why most organizational transformations fail despite strong strategic intent, significant investment, and broad awareness that change is necessary.

Drawing on his work at Boston Consulting Group and the research behind How ... more

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Management advisor and author Joe Pine explores a question that sits beneath most business strategy discussions but is rarely addressed directly: what business is ultimately for.

Drawing on decades of work spanning mass customization, the experienc... more

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Recent Guests

Philip Jameson
Associate Director of Culture and Change at BCG
BCG
Episode: 654: Associate Director of Culture and Change at BCG, Philip Jameson, on Why Most Transformations Fail
Joe Pine
Management advisor to Fortune 500 companies; co-author of the Experience Economy; lecturer at Northeastern University
Harvard Business Review Press; Northeastern University
Episode: 653: Joe Pine, Author and Lecturer at Northeastern University, on the Future of Business
Mordecai Kurz
Professor of Economics, Emeritus at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: 652: Can Democracy Survive Free Market Capitalism? (with Professor of Economics Emeritus at Stanford University, Mordecai Kurz)
Attia Qureshi
Adjunct at the Ford School of Public Policy; founder of Attia Qureshi Consulting
Attia Qureshi Consulting
Episode: 651: Ford School of Public Policy Adjunct Attia Qureshi on the Hidden Psychology Behind Effective Negotiation
Katharine Wilkinson
Climate leader and bestselling author
All We Can Save Project / Climate Wayfinding author
Episode: 650: Climate Leader and Bestselling Author, Dr. Katharine K. Wilkinson, on Closing the Climate Action Gap
Ashley Goodall
Former Deloitte Chief Learning Officer and author
Nine Lies About Work; The Problem with Change
Episode: 647: Former Deloitte's Chief Learning Officer on Reevaluating Our Relationship with Change, Ashley Goodall (Strategy Skills classics)
Darryl Stickel
Former McKinsey consultant who advised the Canadian military and led trust-building initiatives; author of Building Trust, Exceptional Leaders in an Uncertain World
McKinsey & Company; Trust Unlimited
Episode: 646: Former McKinsey Consultant Darryl Stickel on Building Trust With Consulting Clients (Strategy Skills classics)
John Horn
Professor of Practice in Economics
Washington University in St. Louis (Olin Business School)
Episode: 645: Ex McKinsey expert on war games, John Horn. How to read your competitors (Strategy Skills classics)
Jeff Wetzler
Co-CEO of Transcend, expert in adult learning and human potential
Transcend
Episode: 644: How to Tap the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life, with Co-CEO of Transcend, Jeff Wetzler (Strategy Skills classics)

Hosts

Kris Sofarova
Host of Strategy Skills Podcast; Strategy Skills / Firms Consulting
Christopher Rova
Host of The Strategy Skills Podcast; Strategy Skills Podcast / Firms Consulting
Chris Sofarova
Host of The Strategy Skills Podcast; Firms Consulting / StrategySkills Podcast

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 331 ratings
  • Wonderful questions great conversation

    Kris took the time to think about what was going to be most useful for productivity and performance for her listeners. It was easy to give ideas to listeners to help optimize and excel using a strategy that most of us didn’t know it was right outside our door. The specific dose is and when where and how are as individual as you are. Kris understood that and is a terrific interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnLaPuma
    United States2 months ago
  • Specific, impactful, actionable

    Kris does an amazing job bringing in guests who provide specific, actionable ways of improving our lives as leaders and at home. She asks thoughtful questions, makes the content very useful for the listeners, and has fascinating guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AttiaQ
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent strategy podcast

    Love listening to Kris’ conversations with leaders who have notable perspectives and takeaways. A good listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Antipasti13
    United States4 months ago
  • Insightful, well-researched, and engaging

    Kris is an excellent host. She asks smart questions and isn’t afraid to go deep into topics she covers. Her conversations feel focused and natural. This podcast is great for anyone who enjoys meaningful and in-depth conversations. A+++

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M losing weight fast
    United States4 months ago
  • Founder

    The Strategy Skills Podcast is both informative and practical. The insights gained here are thought provoking and inspiring. Must Listen!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SSBB4
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Content is consistently thought-provoking for leaders and consultants
Guests are diverse, high-caliber experts
Some edits noted as variable in older episodes
Audience finds value across seniority levels
Clear, insightful host with practical takeaways

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Talking Points

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651: Ford School of Public Policy Adjunct Attia Qureshi on the Hidden Psychology Behind Effective Negotiation
Q: What is the most common mistake leaders make in negotiations?
Under-preparation, which leads to weaker goals and worse outcomes; thorough preparation significantly improves success rates and clarity of objectives.
653: Joe Pine, Author and Lecturer at Northeastern University, on the Future of Business
Q: Where can listeners learn more about you and your work?
They can buy the book wherever it's sold, connect on LinkedIn, visit strategichorizons.com, and explore the transformations toolkit; the Substack transformation book is at transformationsbook.substack.com.
653: Joe Pine, Author and Lecturer at Northeastern University, on the Future of Business
Q: Joe, when do you think people will struggle implementing this?
There will be a mindset shift and an identity change required; it's not easily provable, but once accepted as a premise, organizations and individuals can benefit as outcomes become the focus.
645: Ex McKinsey expert on war games, John Horn. How to read your competitors (Strategy Skills classics)
Q: What are the four steps of the competitive insight framework?
The four steps are: 1) collect competitive information and insights, 2) assess assets and capabilities from the competitor's perspective, 3) identify the person making the decision and their background, 4) make a short-term written prediction and revisit it to learn and refine.
645: Ex McKinsey expert on war games, John Horn. How to read your competitors (Strategy Skills classics)
Q: How did you come to focus on wargaming and competitors at McKinsey?
Horn explains he transitioned from traditional strategy to wargaming after discovering what teams had done and realizing it offered a practical way to model competitors' rational behavior and decision-making.

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The show centers on strategy, leadership, and critical thinking for senior leaders and problem-solvers in business. Episodes frequently explore transformations, organizational change, and competitive strategy, often with guests who offer deep expertise in consulting, economics, leadership, and innovation. Notable throughlines include how to lead durable change in complex organizations, the role of AI in strategy and decision-making, and practical frameworks or playbooks that listeners can apply in real-world settings. A standout trait is the routine pairing of highly respected academics and practitioners with clear, actionable guidance for executives, consultants, and aspiring leaders seeking to sharpen thinking and execution. Potential lis... more

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