Most organisations don’t fail because they lack ideas.

They fail because their strategy never gets executed.

In this episode of Discover Your Mad Skills, Cam Welsh sits down with Rocco Matteo, founder of E3 Consulting (Envision. Engage. Execute.), to unpack what strategy really means—and why 70% of strategic plans never get implemented.

With 30 years of senior leadership experience across retail, food, cosmetics, construction, and hardware, Rocco breaks down:

• Why strategy is not just an action plan
• How vague vision statements kill execution
• The role culture and values play in real performance
• Why people and technology matter more than budgets
• How to turn strategy into ownership, accountability, and results

If you’ve ever said “We have a strategy, but nothing’s changing”, this episode is for you.

Perfect for:

Entrepreneurs, executives, consultants, MBA students, case competitors, and anyone responsible for turning ideas into results.

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What really makes entrepreneurship work?

In our upcoming episode, Michael Kerr cuts through the noise and gets practical.

We dig into:

👉 Why every venture needs a clear call to action (and what happens when it doesn’t)

👉 How team dynamics can make or break execution

👉 The often-missed difference between creativity (ideas) and innovation (ideas that actually work)

👉 Why non-profits need an entrepreneurial mindset just as much as startups

👉 How real market engagement beats assumptions every time

👉 Competition, capital, and the truth about valuation vs. validation

Michael brings a grounded, experience-driven perspective on what it takes to launch, fund, and scale ideas that survive in the real world—not just on pitch decks.

If you’re building something, supporting founders, or rethinking how your organisation creates value, this episode is for you.

💬 What’s been harder in your experience: validation or valuation?

👇 Let’s talk—and keep building those mad skills.

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In this episode, financial advisor Stefano Francescut shares valuable insights on financial planning tailored specifically for young professionals and students. He addresses the barriers that often prevent young people from engaging in financial planning and underscores the importance of financial literacy education.

Stefano discusses effective strategies for managing student debt and emphasises the significance of goal-setting and cash flow management. He also highlights various sources of financial knowledge available to young adults. Ultimately, Stefano offers key financial advice to help young individuals successfully navigate their financial futures.

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