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Greg Githens is the author of How to Think Strategically (2019). He is a recognized thought leader in designing and delivering strategic initiatives.-
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- Strategy as Problem Solving: An Example from a Large Technology Organization.
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“Make it Happen” — More Tips for Developing Buy In for your Strategic Initiative
“I know that I should be a person that makes it happen for this strategic initiative,” confided Steve, “but, when I consider the risks and obstacles, the best I can do it help the strategic initiative along.” Greg Githens defines true commitment and explains how it is different from enrollment or compliance. He provides leadership tips for building commitment. Continue reading
Posted in Competencies of Strategic Initiative Leaders, Useful Practices & Management Tools
Tagged 3M, ambiguity, bank, benefits, buy in, commitment, Competencies of Strategic Initiative Leaders, core team, emotive benefits, empowerment, Greg Githens, heroic journey, initiatives, program management, serve and sacrifice, Strategic initiative, vision
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Strategic Initiatives Case Study – Domino’s Pizza Turnaround
Provides detail on Domino’s Pizza turnaround strategic initiative, with 7 leadership lessons. Continue reading
Five Types of Decisions: A Practical Tool for the SI Leader
Fast and effective decisions lead to fast execution of a strategic initiative, because they drive alignment and commitment. First, identify which of the 5 types face the organization, and then make the appropriate decision. A practical and popular technique for leaders of programs and projects. Continue reading
Posted in Strategy Coaching and Facilitation, Useful Practices & Management Tools
Tagged Authority, Business, chief decision architect, consensus, Consensus decision-making, Decision making, empowerment, Management, Problem Solving, strategic initiatives, strategic thinking, strategy execution
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The V.I.P.E.R. Success Principles
Identifies 5 success factors for Dodge Viper new product launch, cleverly arranged in the VIPER acronym. Continue reading
Strategic Initiative Case Study: IBM’s Speed Team
The IBM Speed Teams strategic initiative shows 7 leadership lessons for identifying and driving strategic business transformation. Continue reading
Posted in Examples of Strategic Initiatives, Success Principles for Strategic Initiatives
Tagged agile, change management, Competencies of Strategic Initiative Leaders, empowerment, fast decisions, open innovation, Organizational Development, program management, resources, speed, Strategic initiative, transformation, vision
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Leading Strategic Initiatives 