274: Short Term Gains, Long Term Pains (part 1)

Confront the retail strategist’s dilemma: seizing the day without compromising tomorrow. In tough trading conditions, we chase short-term targets with a tempting path of quick fixes and instant rewards. But do we pause to consider the long-term game? Like a game of chess, every move counts and victory is not achieved in a single turn. Join Oliver Banks and learn the tactics that ensure today’s wins don’t become tomorrow’s losses through a series of considerations, thought-provoking questions and key activities.Listen to this episode of the Retail Transformation Show and hear:How humanity is almost destined to chase the short term at the expense of long term goals.Learn how to use strategic decision making to balance immediate business needs with sustainable growth.Which crucial considerations must you factor in as you deliver near-term targets and preserve future opportunities.Why we must learn from the chess grandmasters.Find the full show notes at www.obandco.uk/274.