The Truth About Strategy: Why Your 5-Year Plan Isn’t Enough

Most companies create a strategy and file it away. But in this solo episode, Alan O’Neill reveals why static plans fail... and what to do instead.

Drawing from 30+ years of boardroom experience and the K-STRAT framework, Alan unpacks:

The difference between vision, culture, and strategy

Why rolling 3- to 5-year plans work better than rigid timelines

The six strategic pillars that every organisation should assess

How to build a one-page plan that drives real accountability

The 4Ds of change and how they shape strategic execution

This is not a theory-heavy chat... it’s a practical playbook for leaders who want to turn strategy into action and make it stick.

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💼 Boardroom Insights is your exclusive pass into the minds of top business leaders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers shaping the corporate world. Hosted by industry expert Alan O’Neill, this podcast uncovers the strategies, leadership tactics, and market insights that drive success at the highest level.Each episode, we go behind the boardroom doors to explore:✔️ Winning business strategies & corporate growth tactics✔️ Leadership lessons from top executives✔️ Navigating change, innovation, and economic shifts✔️ Real-world case studies & success stories

• No. of episodes: 17
• Latest episode: 2025-07-03
• Business

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