Sample Strands (can Be Adapted To Any Question)

Question 1

Positive 1: (Implementing [specific action, e.g., new technology, training)

Increased efficiency →

Answer 1

higher productivity, meaning more output is produced→

unit costs decrease, boosting profit margins →
competitive advantage + increased market share

Question 2

Positive 2: (specific action, e.g., enhanced customer service, product quality)

Improves customer satisfaction as they are

Answer 2

(more likely to have a positive perception of the brand) →

fostering brand loyalty (repeat purchases) →

increasing customer retention + strengthens brand’s reputation

Question 3

Positive 3: (specific action, e.g., employee training, development)

Improves human capital →

Answer 3

skilled and motivated employees more likely to generate innovative ideas →

development of new products/services improving the business’ competitiveness →

enabling the business to thrive in a dynamic + competitive market

Question 4

Negative 1: (specific cost, e.g., raw material prices, labor costs)

Increases overall costs →

Answer 4

Impacting the business’ profit margins →

reduces funds available for reinvestment in (r&d or marketing) →

Hinders the business from grow and remain competitive →potentially lead to a decline

Question 5

Negative 2: (specific problem, e.g., communication, management style)

Leads to operational inefficiencies →

Answer 5

misunderstandings, errors, and delays, causing a decline in productivity. →

employee demotivation, increased absenteeism, and higher staff turnover. →

negatively impact the business’s overall performance

Question 6

Negative 3: (specific change, e.g., technological advancements, changing consumer preferences)

not responding to… Leads to a loss of relevance →

Answer 6

Competitors who adapt more quickly will gain a competitive advantage →

decrease in sales and market share, potentially leading to financial difficulties →

ultimately lead to the decline and eventual failure of the business.