194. How to lead the strategy pivot conversation with your board

Get the CEO Leadership Collection: Five curated conversations in a private podcast, each under ten minutes, on the decisions and pressures that define the role.Visit listentophil.comABOUT THIS EPISODEAre you changing strategy when the real problem is execution?One of the most expensive mistakes CEOs make is misdiagnosing performance issues — pivoting too early or pushing harder on the wrong plan.A simple 3-part diagnostic to separate strategy problems from execution gapsThe “three-quarter rule” to avoid premature pivotsClear language to lead high-stakes board conversations with confidenceBefore your next strategic review, run the test: have you fully resourced and consistently executed this strategy for three full quarters?The Partnership Playbook is the podcast for leaders who want to grow with clarity, create leverage through partnerships, and lead their teams with meaning. Each episode gives you practical insights drawn from two decades of building and backing companies, coaching CEOs, and closing high-value partnerships across industries. You’ll learn how to scale yourself as a leader, choose partners that help you grow faster, and turn trust, alignment, and first wins into momentum that lasts.PS - Have a CEO guest recommendation for the show? Share this link with them.