The real challenge in crafting strategy lies in detecting subtle discontinuities that may undermine a business in the future. And for that there is no technique, no program, just a sharp mind in touch with the situation.
Henry MintzbergCorporations are economic entities, to be sure, but they are also social institutions that must justify their existence by their overall contribution to society.
Henry MintzbergMost of the time, strategies should not be formulating strategy at all; they should be getting on with implementing strategies they already have.
Henry MintzbergWhile hard data may inform the intellect, it is largely soft data that generates wisdom.
Henry Mintzberg