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Early Morning Byte: Monday, July 21, 2025
𫵠Transformation starts with you

Good Morning,
Digital transformation may be on every agenda, but most companies still struggle to get it right. The ones that actually gain traction usually have a clear, simple framework in place, just something that helps teams connect the dots, stay aligned, and make real progress.
That kind of structure creates space for smarter decisions and stronger execution.
It turns ātransformationā into something people can actually work with.
But as most leaders know, a framework isnāt a magic fix. The way you lead through it, especially when things are uncertain, matters just as much.
Clarity, patience, and emotional awareness go a long way.
When the pressureās high, people look to leaders who can slow things down, see the bigger picture, and still keep things moving. That kind of leadership builds trust, and itās what keeps transformation efforts from falling apart the moment things get messy.
Sometimes the most important part of the strategy is the person guiding it.
Inside this edition:
Your AI meeting assistant just joined, but did anyone invite it?
Bank of Americaās Q2 numbers are stronger than expected.
Phishing now = smishing and vishing too.
Two tech giants, two bold bets: Nvidia vs. IBM.
But what exactly does a digital strategic framework look like?

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