There are usually different ways of doing things, and there is seldom one perfect solution, since all alternatives have advantages and disadvantages
Freek Vermeulen, London Business School, author
Takeaways of Note:
Key components to set up a strategic plan implementation process for success…
Communicate your logic – understanding the reasoning behind decisions leads to believing in them & following up on them day-to-day
Not just a top-down process – combine a broad yet clear top-down strategic direction and ample bottom-up initiatives to make it work
Let selection happen organically – resist the temptation to decide what projects live or die… instead design internal systems that do the selection
Make change your default – habits are sticky & persistent; they don’t change by simply telling people to act differently… various practices can be built into your team to prompt change