Want to book Rita McGrath for your next event?
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What topics does Rita McGrath specialise in?
Rita McGrath specialises in talking about strategy, innovation, disruption and more.
What is Rita McGrath's speaking style like?
Rita captivates audiences with her engaging delivery, combining academic rigor and real-world insights. Her sessions inspire strategic thinking and innovation, leaving participants equipped with actionable tools for navigating uncertainty. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does Rita McGrath offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Rita McGrath offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
Rita McGrath discusses the gradual emergence of significant business shifts and how leaders can identify early signs of change before they become apparent. By focusing on proactive strategies, she helps organizations prepare for disruption rather than react to it. With her clear and engaging approach, McGrath provides practical tools for navigating uncertainty and making informed decisions. Attendees will learn how to anticipate change and position their organizations for competitive advantage.
Rita McGrath challenges the notion of sustainable competitive advantage, offering a new framework for navigating constant change. She critiques traditional strategies that fail in today's dynamic environment and introduces models for achieving transient advantage through continuous renewal. By blending academic insights with practical applications, McGrath equips leaders to rethink their strategic approaches. Attendees will learn how to adapt their strategies to thrive in ever-evolving markets.
Rita McGrath presents a systematic approach to planning in uncertain environments, challenging traditional forecasting methods. Drawing from principles that inspired the lean startup movement, she emphasizes structuring initiatives with limited information and prioritizing learning over prediction. This approach helps leaders minimize risk while fostering innovation, making it particularly valuable for organizations in volatile or rapidly changing markets. Attendees will learn how to effectively navigate uncertainty and enhance their strategic planning processes.
Rita McGrath emphasizes the importance of insights often overlooked in large organizations, urging leaders to focus on peripheral activities. She presents eight thought-provoking questions designed to reveal hidden risks and opportunities that may escape top executives. Through her unique combination of storytelling and analysis, Rita guides organizations in developing systems that identify critical signals early. Attendees will learn how to enhance their strategic awareness and make informed decisions that drive success.
Rita McGrath emphasizes that innovation can become a consistent and reliable process when the appropriate tools are utilized. She highlights the importance of implementing effective strategies to foster creativity and drive results. Attendees will learn how to identify and leverage the right tools to enhance their innovation processes, ensuring they can replicate success and adapt to changing market demands.
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