Everything on Strategic Focus

Strategic refusal is a powerful tool for business growth. Saying no to opportunities that do not align with core goals or require disproportionate time creates space for higher-value deals and prevents distraction.

Impact: Implementing rigorous criteria for opportunity selection can improve focus, reduce burnout, and attract better partnerships by signaling selectivity and value.

— from Maria Sharapova's Business Blueprint: Negotiation, Composure, and Strategy · Masters of Scale· Apr 28, 2026