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The Silent Killers of Strategy Implementation and Learning - Mike Beer
Feb 10, 2024
Mike Beer, expert on strategy execution and organizational issues, discusses the silent killers of strategy implementation. Topics include unclear strategies, ineffective senior teams, lack of vertical communication, and poor coordination across divisions and regions. The importance of leadership qualities and engaging with the author's mission to improve management practices are also explored.
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- Clear strategy and direction are crucial to avoid confusion and lack of understanding among team members.
- Ineffective senior teams operating in silos hinder decision-making and teamwork within the organization.
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Silent Killer #1: Unclear Strategy, Unclear Values, Conflicting Priorities
One of the main silent killers identified by nearly every SFP task force is the lack of clear strategy, values, and conflicting priorities. This often leads to confusion and a lack of understanding among team members. It is crucial for senior teams to agree and commit to a direction to avoid this issue. A case study involving the Santa Rosa Systems Division highlighted the problems caused by having conflicting strategies and an unclear direction. The solution involved creating open discussions, setting clear goals, and fostering consensus among the team.
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