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Making SMART goals actually work

Most managers will tell you they understand SMART goals. Ask them what SMART stands for and you’ll usually get two or three confident answers… followed …

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Sustainability as a design choice

How sustainable is your business model… really? It’s a question many organisations raise, but few feel confident answering. In our work at Optima Training, we …

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New Blocks on the BMC

You’ve probably seen the Business Model Canvas (BMC) before. It’s one of those tools that actually works well in the real world, and one that …

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Unlocking Innovation with the SCAMPER Technique

Innovation doesn’t always mean starting from scratch. Sometimes, the most powerful ideas come from rethinking what already exists. One of the most effective tools for …

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The Pain Pleasure Matrix

The Pain Pleasure Matrix is a simple four-box model used to encourage a balanced approach to change. By considering both the pros and cons of …

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Milestone: OptimatrainingUK hits 5000 subscribers

OptimatrainingUK is our YouTube channel. This month we reached a milestone and gained our 5000th subscriber. It’s not millions we know, but for a small …

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