How to Boost Innovation and Strategy Through Cross-Team Collaboration

Update: 2025-04-30

Description

Collaboration isn’t just a buzzword — it’s the backbone of strategy execution.

In this episode of The Strategy Gap, hosts Jonathan Morgan (SVP of Operations) and Joe Krause (SVP of Strategy Consulting) dig into why so many organizations say they value collaboration but still fail to practice it. From breaking down silos to running meetings that don’t suck, they share real-world lessons (and hard truths) about what it takes to turn big plans into real progress. With 77% of leaders saying silos hold them back — and 79% of failed initiatives pointing to poor collaboration — this episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to get strategy over the finish line.

Whether you're leading a strategy team or sitting in cross-functional meetings wondering why progress stalls, this conversation is full of relatable moments, tactical tips, and a healthy dose of humor. Learn how to structure collaboration so it actually works, without overwhelming your calendar — or your team.

🎧 Why you’ll want to listen:

Learn how to set expectations so planning conversations don’t derail.
Hear how access and awareness are more powerful than more meetings.
Get tips to run productive, high-impact meetings your team won’t dread.
Find out why most plans fail — even when collaboration is “part of the strategy.”