The psychological journey from manager to strategist: Transitional strategies for achieving persistent high-growth as an entrepreneur

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

This research paper concentrates on how a big success factor, in the job-creating domain of high-growth companies, is the ability of an entrepreneur to transition in their role. Based on interviews with Flemish high-growth entrepreneurs, the study reveals that many of them struggled to reach a strategic level of operating, where the daily running of the business was delegated to others.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2018), "The psychological journey from manager to strategist: Transitional strategies for achieving persistent high-growth as an entrepreneur", Strategic Direction, Vol. 34 No. 7, pp. 23-25. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-03-2018-0046