Four Key Elements of Continuous Execution

Author: Lawrence Heton (USA)
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Research shows that in the past 50 years, 83% of companies experienced declining performance not due to external economic forces, but due to inadequate internal execution. Through conversations with senior executives from IKEA, The Wall Street Journal, Charles Schwab, Time Warner, Watson Wyatt, Pella Corp., and many small and large companies, the author proposes the key to successful implementation:
- Clear expectations, ensuring everyone understands their direction.
- Matching the right people to each goal.
- Gaining widespread "acceptance" to secure a strong start.
- Enhancing individual initiative to maintain forward momentum for everyone.
This book uses numerous vivid and real-life case studies to demonstrate how effective execution can avoid resource waste, improve productivity, and prevent costly mistakes. It provides a tool that managers at all levels urgently need.