What can a 2,500-year-old military text teach modern business leaders?

Quite a lot.

In this episode, we explore the timeless strategic principles from Sun Tzu’s The Art of War and why they remain surprisingly relevant for businesses navigating today’s competitive environment.

From global uncertainty to rapid technological change, the challenges facing leaders in 2026 require sharper thinking, better preparation and a clear understanding of strategy. That’s why so many entrepreneurs and executives continue to reference Sun Tzu’s work when thinking about competition, leadership and long-term planning.

In this discussion, we break down several core principles from The Art of War and examine how they apply directly to modern business strategy. The conversation focuses on preparation, understanding your competition, adaptability, efficient use of resources and the role leadership plays in building strong, aligned teams.

This episode isn’t about warfare. It’s about sharpening your strategic thinking so you can navigate uncertainty, anticipate challenges and position your business more effectively.

If you’re a founder, entrepreneur or business leader looking to strengthen your strategic mindset, this episode offers practical lessons drawn from one of the most influential strategy books ever written.

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Want to learn how to produce a winning business strategy and profitably grow your business? I teach, coach and mentor Directors, Leaders and Managers on how to run successful companies.

To learn more, please visit my website at https://www.strategusconsulting.co.uk/.

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What separates businesses that grow from those that stall? In this episode of the Leaders in Strategy podcast, I share five more leadership lessons that regularly come up when advising business owners and leadership teams on strategy and growth.

This is the kind of guidance organisations usually pay thousands for, but I’m sharing it openly to help you think differently about how you lead, scale and future-proof your business.

Part two builds on the foundations from the first episode and explores the leadership behaviours that help businesses stay competitive in an environment where change is constant.

We discuss why attracting and retaining the right people matters more than ever, how leaders must stay adaptable as markets evolve, and why technology should be embedded into everyday operations rather than treated as an afterthought.

We also look at the importance of open communication inside a business, why risk management doesn’t mean avoiding risk altogether, and how the most effective leaders continue to seek guidance and perspective as their organisations grow.

If you’re a founder, director or senior leader looking to strengthen your leadership approach and build a more resilient business, this episode will give you plenty to reflect on.

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Want to learn how to produce a winning business strategy and profitably grow your business? I teach, coach and mentor Directors, Leaders and Managers on how to run successful companies.

To learn more, please visit my website at https://www.strategusconsulting.co.uk/.

Follow me on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/mike-harris-095b4775.

Juggling family and scaling a company is one of the biggest challenges for business leaders & entrepreneurs.

In this episode I’m joined by Sian Brennan-Todd, award winning, business woman & confidence coach. Together we discuss strategy, leadership, and balancing work and family.

If you’re a founder, business owner or leader looking to learn how to scale your business, then this strategic advice is a must!

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You can find out more about Sian and her incredible work, be sure to connect with her on LinkedIn here – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sian-brennan-todd/.

You can also find out more about her work by visiting – https://www.sianbrennantodd.com/.

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Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on business strategy, leadership, and scaling your business.

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Want to learn how to produce a winning business strategy and profitably grow your business? I teach, coach and mentor Directors, Leaders and Managers on how to run successful companies.

To learn more, please visit my website at https://www.strategusconsulting.co.uk/.

Follow me on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/mike-harris-095b4775.