Module 2/5 25 min
The TD Strategy House
Step 1 / 3·The structure of the strategy house
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Learning objectives — after this module you will:
- Grasp the strategy-house structure: roof – pillars – foundation
- Correctly sort components into the right layer
- Write a north-star statement for the TD strategy
Learn ~7 min
The structure of the strategy house
Understand the 3 layers of the strategy house and each layer's function.
The strategy house is a way to package the TD strategy on ONE PAGE that a CEO understands in 2 minutes. A 3-layer structure:
The three layers of the TD Strategy House
| Layer | Contains | Example |
|---|---|---|
| ROOF (North star) | The TD destination statement, tied directly to business strategy | "Build a workforce ready for 2x growth by 2028" |
| PILLARS | 3–4 strategic focuses — each pillar a cluster of priorities with an owner | 1) Leadership pipeline · 2) Digital capability · 3) Core expertise · 4) Learning culture |
| FOUNDATION (Enablers) | The infrastructure that holds the pillars up | Competency framework · LMS/materials · Budget & governance · Talent analytics |
A common mistake
Stuffing 8 pillars into the house — no one remembers them and resources scatter. Strategic discipline is DARING TO DROP: 3–4 pillars, each with a KPI and a clear owner. Good strategy hurts in what it DECIDES NOT TO DO.
Key takeaway: Strategy house: roof = north star, 3–4 pillars = focuses, foundation = enablers. One page, CEO reads in 2 minutes.