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  • Book Summary: Execution by Ram Charan

    Execution is one of the must-read management books. It is an excellent book on getting things done and explains the strategic importance of Execution. I am sharing some core ideas of the books.

    Execution – The Core Idea

    1. Execution is the bridge between Promises Made and Results Delivered.
    2. Execution is the hidden differentiator
    3. Execution is not simple tactics but is a separate and distinct business discipline. It is an integral part of the strategy.
    4. Execution must be the main concern and focus of every business leader.
    5. Execution must be placed at the very core of the corporate culture.

    Building Blocks:

    There are three building blocks of Strategy:

    A. Leaders who understand execution
    B. Culture focused on execution
    C. Right people in the right places

    Let us look into the more details:

    A. Leaders who understand execution

    1. Leaders live their businesses.
    2. Insist on realism.
    3. Focus on few clear priorities
    4. Follow through on assignment – Follow-up
    5. Reward those who do rather than who say they will do
    6. Coach People – So they can get better at what is required.
    7. Genuine emotional fortitude

    Let us look at Point 3 – Focus on Clear Priorities.

    It means:
    – Focus on at most 3-4 Priorities
    – Set Clear / Realistic Goals for each Priority
    – Strive To Keep Everything As Simple As Possible
    – Remind People Of These Priorities
    – Continue To Talk Directly About These Priority Areas
    – Have A Common Sense Approach To Business

    Leaders have following strengths:
    – Authenticity : Doing what you say
    – Self Awareness – Being comfortable with your strengths
    – Self Mastery – Knowing what you are talking about
    – Humility – Keeping your ego in check

    B. Culture focused on execution

    Leadership without the discipline of execution is incomplete and ineffective.

    Stronger and more transparent the linkage between performance and rewards the better.


    Consistent dialogue (formal and informal)
    Set right example
    Encourage feedback

    Bring issues to closure – now !

    More about the book at: Execution Book Site

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  • Gandhi & Leadership

    Gandhi was an exceptional leader and his life throws many leadership examples. I had conducted one session on Gandhi & Leadership. On occasion of Gandhi Jayanti today, I am sharing the PPT with all. Check it out !

    Favorite Gandhi Quotes:

    1.

    First, they ignore you
    Then, they laugh at you
    Then, they fight with you
    Then you win!
    So we are going to win
    Thank you!

    Mahatma Gandhi
    (In response to question: How are you going to take on the high and mighty?)

    2.

    “We must be the change we want to see”

    3.

    Gandhi Once Said :

    “I claim to be no more than an average man with below average capabilities. I have not the shadow of a doubt that any man or woman can achieve what I have if he or she would put forth the same effort and cultivate the same hope and faith. ”