Blue ocean vs Green Ocean - Part 2

"The Green Ocean Marketing Strategies - Part 2

Companies do have blind spots, much like our car's rearview mirror. Information often fails to flow upward as intended. Even with complex matrix reporting systems, we still find ourselves needing to turn our heads and confront the reality.

Ironically, many CEOs advocate for transparency despite the numerous layers of fabricated scenarios. While they sit up there, tinkering with CRM systems, they believe they are facing the 'moment of truth.' In reality, they remain far removed, as the illusionists in the middle continue to paint dark spots as white.

Blind spots in many companies stem from human factors. How can you expect your superiors to know the truth when it's not supposed to be told?

Don’t misunderstand; I'm not fostering a culture of mistrust but rather advocating for constructive management metrics. History has taught us not to place hope solely in 'One Person's Trust,' just as organizations must learn from the downfall of institutions like Barings Bank (RIP 1762-1995).

Moving away from the old-school management systems, we blend 'High Touch' and 'High Tech,' promoting a collective decision-making culture in every process. In today's world, the idea that one person can know everything is no longer viable.

Macro and micro environmental factors have long been metaphorically compared to alien landscapes, but we're now operating in a real-time world. The traditional approach of relying on past year data for strategy formulation is obsolete. Competitors don't run their businesses by the book, so why should we?

The 'Think Tank' becomes ineffective when solutions are overly politicized and confined to looking good on paper. Embrace dissent and criticism in operational committee meetings. Let go of confusing KPIs and balanced scorecards that often stifle CEO's creative thinking...

(To be continued...)"

Why we live?

We were wrong! Life is not just about earning wages and surviving.

We should not be blamed, as the idea of mere survival has been passed down through the ages.

Our ancestors worked the land and integrated into society.

From one generation to the next, what greater value is there than teaching our children to work for better pay to meet their material needs?

It's not about fast cars, branded goods, high-tech gadgets, or fleeting relationships. Have you ever wondered what your true value is on this earth?

To some, they may already feel like winners and successful, but to others, their lives may seem insignificant.

To those unrecognized heroes, let me assure you that you were mistaken... Heroes don't possess superpowers.

Heroes don't have genius brains.

It's about how we touch lives with our little smiles, small donations, love for all living things, care for those in need, a simple call to mom or dad, a prayer to God, the space we give others to make their day, the opportunity we provide for others to take credit.

All these small things will ultimately define our days when we depart from this world. So start doing them, bit by bit. It doesn't matter how small our actions may seem.

Blue ocean vs Green Ocean

Technologies have accelerated the "cloning" effect in the business environment. How does one sustain themselves in this rapid "Me Too" landscape? Blue oceans inevitably turn red; how many wars must you win and how many battles can you handle?

The Green Ocean strategy involves creating an ecosystem within the organization. Each department should integrate artificial intelligence systems to manage and sustain themselves, akin to the self-regulating ecology of a Green Lake.

Companies collapse due to outdated structures that rely heavily on centralized control from top-level management. A single ill-considered decision can fatally disrupt business operations.

Attempting to model new innovative directions within existing organizations often remains a myth, even with supposedly foolproof matrices. It's akin to testing new drugs with high hopes and crossed fingers.

Natural forces inevitably take their toll (cost). Over time, humanity autonomously develops new cultures and life patterns, leading to evolutionary needs. Organizations must anticipate these changes with robust monitoring systems at every touchpoint.

Neglecting to address evolving needs accumulates into an invisible gap that can derail companies. The crucial link that organizations should focus on is bridging the gap between external and internal individual units.

Despite abundant data and market intelligence, many companies are overwhelmed and unable to discern... (to be continued

Solitaire Night with a cup of Pu-er Tea

Hundreds year ago, I wonder… maybe someone there like me sitting in deep dark night enjoying a cup of Pu-er while writing some thought and feeling, he may use paper and ink and I with the keyboard and who know many years to come I wonder there are someone doing the same in a cold night like today.

It is a hectic day since 2009, today is my very first off day. Yet again technology never leaves me alone as I still received SMS regarding some work matter.

My jobs environment opens me to see many faces and walk of life, their story always remind me that we tend to lose the true track of life by running and chasing off track into the materialistic world.

Young kids have tons of homework and heavy schedule of tuition while adults keep on meeting month end without even spend time to take a true reflection on the meaning of life.


Coming back to my tea…

My first brew of tea was just nice but my second brew of tea is bitter as I am too into typing here and over look the timing of brewing, it is the same… how I “surviving” rather than “living”… sigh… how I miss the good old days.

I never like “today”, it is so cold in all people faces.

I wonder where all those warm smile and friendly look gone?

I never like “today”, it is about status, money and who’s who?

I wonder who really care once we are gone?

In contrast...

I like “today” technology for allowing us to reach many and make us stay in touch.

I wonder will these all make us a better society?

I like “today” new thinking as liberation of thought and sharing are far easier now.

I wonder will these make us more civilize or still the same old barbarian?

Let us stop for a while and enjoy a cup of tea, have some reflection and deep thought about our life.

Ignorance & violence only make us all fail as mankind and civilisation no longer serve any meaning.

Ignorance or stupidity?

That day, I saw a father transporting his toddler in the front carrier basket of a motorcycle without a helmet, while he himself wore one. I wondered if he wore it due to enforcement by lawmakers or if his tiny 5-pound brain thought he needed it.

We all wish luck will always be on her side. The little girl is not only exposed to danger but also subjected to an ignorant attitude passed down to her like pedigree.

Most of the time, we think "it's okay" when nothing happens, right?

Wrong! "Convenient" is sometimes just another way to spell "risk."

Has our overly simplified societal culture blinded us, or have we simply stopped thinking? (Maybe we've forgotten that we can think at all.)

To me, it feels like living in an "Artificial Intelligent" environment where we tempt fate by ignoring the dangers around us.

Look around us, from our society to our very own households. Have we reflected enough on the adjustments needed to adapt to modern civilization?

Here are some thoughts to ponder: Who makes the decisions...

1. About the toxic packaging we use?
2. When voting for less than "noble" politicians?
3. About following a flawed system?
4. When wasting our time on meaningless pursuits?
5. About conforming to the wrong crowd?

This list could go on indefinitely...

Seiko chronograph 6138 and others

After 15 years of collecting watches,most of my collections comes and goes only those who have fate are destiny to stay like friends some use to be be close but after awhile some dont know where, maybe this is life.

After all I will miss my Rolex 6694, GMT 16750, Explorer 2, Omega speedmaster, Omega seamaster day date, Omega Dynamic, Omega seamaster Geneve, Omega seamaster Jedi, Seiko world time, Seiko alarm, Orient King Diver, Brand X, Fortis cosmonaut (lemania 5100), Seiko Orange Monster, Seiko 6138 UFO, West End Company, Pagol, Titoni Airmaster, Election, Mido multifort and... wow just like recalling friends list some can remember but some don't.

I wonder how many people out there have the same experience like me get to know people and close for some time after that it seems gone by the wind. Do you call this fate?

Migratory Chinese

You cannot keep the Chinese; not even their own land can keep them. By nature, Chinese people are among the most migratory races.

Born with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA and driven by a desire for a better lifestyle, many Chinese are motivated to relocate around the world in search of a more suitable place to settle.

There's a saying that wherever there is good 'Sun & Soil,' you will find Chinese people.

If the 'Peking Man' did it before, so will modern Chinese. The new migration patterns of Chinese people are mainly driven by their survival instincts, or perhaps, more humorously, by their reincarnation from countless lives of ancient Chinese warfare. One wonders what benefits the ancient kings brought to their people in return. (Thanks to the Qing dynasty, whether selfish or not, at least it brought an end to the endless wars.)

Regardless, there is a place for everyone in this world. Philosophically speaking, the world should not have borders or citizenship. Modern people should look at the bigger picture rather than confining themselves to the stereotypical viewpoints of fabricated 'keyholes' from others.

My skin may be yellow, but my blood is red, just like yours, no matter what color your skin is. So, let's be open and embrace the practice of loving kindness, my friends.