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“In McKinsey's world, all of life is one of two things: strategy or organization.” quote by Tom Peters
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“In McKinsey's world, all of life is one of two things: strategy or organization.”

Tom Peters

About This Quote

Source Book: In Search of Excellence, 1982

Business success hinges on either strategic planning or organizational effectiveness.

In simple terms: Business is about strategy or organization.

Key Takeaway

Balance strategy with strong organization.

Themes

business strategy organization

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

business motivational

When to use this quote

  • startup planning
  • corporate restructuring
  • project management

Key Concepts

leadership systems thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is your company more strategy or organization focused?
  • How can you improve the weaker side?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on one can neglect the other.

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