Ernest M Kadembo

The Complete Strategic Mindset Ernest M Kadembo

In the book The Complete Strategic Mindset: The Crocodile! The Eagle! The Snake! A Ruthless Combination Dr Kadembo presents the essence of strategy in a simple but practical way. It is the submission of the author that strategy is at the heart of organisations. Strategy is broad and embracing and is a necessity for every organisation. Whenever an organisation is constituted and defines its purpose or objectives it requires a strategy which is the way or means to realise the purpose and objectives it seeks to fulfil. In this book strategy is epitomised in a certain mindset. The author's view is that The complete strategic mindset is a combination of the thought process and approaches reminiscent of the eagle, the crocodile and the snake. The crocodile is a complete fighter on the land, in the water, from the front and from the back. The eagle scales the heights and is swift with a good focus and utilises an element of surprise. As for the snake, it is the master of focus, high impact strikes, concentration, single-mindedness, watchful eye for the enemy, slippery in movement and is a deadly attacker. Approaching business in that manner will make an organisation or individual a winner. The strategic thought process and orientation is important, but there are many related aspects covered that will enhance the implementation and control of strategy. To excel in meeting organisational objectives it is critical for the strategy to link it to the various aspects of the internal and external dynamics.