Blue Ocean Strategy
Drown competitors by creating uncontested markets—value innovation over bloody rivalry.
W. Chan Kim, Renée Mauborgne
Introduction
Advocates escaping saturated markets (“red oceans”) by inventing new demand spaces. Tools include the Strategy Canvas and Four Actions Framework.
Highlighted Content
The 'eliminate-reduce-raise-create' grid is either a game-changer or a theoretical toy—case studies like Cirque du Soleil face hindsight bias accusations.
Whether it's valuable to read
Pros
Visual tools for strategic planning; excellent for mature industries.
Cons
Less useful for tech disruptors; implementation requires significant resources.
Recommendation Conclusion
Perfect for stuck entrepreneurs. Use the Strategy Canvas to audit your business—ignore the academic fluff.