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The five steps of strategy outlined in 'Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works' can be applied in various real-world scenarios. For instance, businesses can use these steps to gain a competitive edge in the market.
1. Winning Aspiration: Companies can set ambitious goals that go beyond just participating in the market to actually winning.
2. Where to Play: Businesses can identify the markets or segments where they have the best chances of success.
3. How to Win: Companies can develop unique value propositions and business models to outperform competitors.
4. Capabilities: Businesses can focus on building the skills and competencies needed to win in their chosen markets.
5. Management Systems: Companies can create systems and processes that support their strategy and keep everyone aligned.
These steps can also be applied in non-business contexts such as public policy, non-profit management, and personal career planning.
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