Smarter Execution : Seven steps to getting results

Gilbert, Xavier; Büchel, Bettina; Davidson, Rhoda

ISBN 10: 2970078406 / ISBN 13: 9782970078401

Published by Swiss Business Books, 2008

Seller Inventory # 15694610-n

Synopsis:

Two strategic initiatives out of three fail. They are actually a huge challenge for "more-of-the-same, better-and-better", companies. Indeed, their cross-organization scope violates all principles of silo efficiency. Strategic initiatives are precisely not "more of the same." Smarter Execution identifies seven key steps that managers need to get to grips with if they are to reap the full benefits of their strategic initiatives: - Focus first - less is more - Pick the best possible team - don't compromise - Set the course - learn to navigate to a destination that is not yet fully defined - Set up to win - there is no "commitment switch": it starts with you - Think it through - rehearse mentally each next step, leaving no stone unturned - Get all aboard - it's about getting people to change the way they work - Follow through - to learn on the go The authors, Xavier Gilbert, Bettina Büchel, and Rhoda Davidson, have been working with several hundred executives to help them execute their strategic initiatives. Time and again, they have seen how these seemingly common-sense insights were actually unexpectedly difficult to apply in most "efficient" organizations

Review: a very valuable book that should have a place on every manager's desk. - Human Resources May 2008

Bibliographic Details

Title: Smarter Execution : Seven steps to getting ...
Publisher: Swiss Business Books
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New