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1 The Operator’s Manual THE COO YOU’VE NEVER HAD Translating Visions into Remarkable Businesses
2 Ian’s – Positioning Statement ,[object Object]
Today’s Intellectual Property is Execution Excellence – getting the right stuff done
Opportunity to shape a vision and translate it into a sustainable, profitable, growing business ,[object Object],[object Object]
Build a compelling story, Dominate your unique space
All Growth initiatives flow from Positioning – R&D, Sales, Marketing, People, Business Models
Higher growth, higher market share, bigger margins
Secure Premium Valuations on exit,[object Object]
Failure to attract world class talent
Majority of profits sourced from legacy products
Sales process ineffective, low close rates
Company is built in silos, not joined together
Web sites look tired and narrative lack clarity,[object Object]

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