Modern Mentor How to rally support for your big idea
Aug 1, 2023
Getting support for innovative ideas can feel like an uphill battle. Learn how to frame challenges by leading with solutions that address leaders' concerns. Discover practical steps for breaking your vision into manageable parts and identifying key metrics for success. Building a coalition of allies across functions is essential for rallying support. These strategies will help turn your big ideas into impactful realities.
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Lead With The Why
- Get crystal clear on the problem your idea solves before selling its features.
- Frame the innovation around business value that matters to decision-makers.
Finance Dashboard Reframed For Profit
- Todd built a gorgeous finance dashboard but pitched features, not business value.
- After reframing to cost containment and profitability, leadership finally supported it.
Pitch Bite-Sized First Steps
- Break your vision into small, early steps that leaders can approve now.
- Ask for support for a single, digestible pilot and request more as you prove progress.