https://igortkanov.com/people/strategy/Recent content in Strategy on {IT}Hugoen-usCopyright © 2026 {IT}. All rights reserved. Unless otherwise stated, all text, images, diagrams, and other original content on this blog may not be reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:21:12 +0000https://igortkanov.com/when-speed-becomes-strategy/Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:21:12 +0000https://igortkanov.com/when-speed-becomes-strategy/<p><strong>Startups thrive on speed and hustle. But when everything feels urgent, how can you tell what actually matters?</strong></p> <p>In many founder-led companies, management ends up being more reactive than intentional. There’s little in the way of a product roadmap, structured hiring plan, or resource allocation. The focus shifts to whatever’s on fire today.</p> <p>Hands-on leadership keeps momentum high − but often at the cost of clarity. Teams start juggling ad-hoc requests, switching tasks mid-sprint as priorities shift faster than plans can keep up.</p>