The Burning Platform: Strategy, Alignment and the Power of Process
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Popular wisdom says you should never waste a good crisis, and we are inclined to agree. When it comes to business transformation, nothing gets people moving more effectively than an “act now or suffer dire consequences” scenario.
That said, what happens when the urgency is dealt with and it’s time to shift attention to the important?
In this month’s edition, we explore the challenge of the ‘burning platform’ projects, how aligning your management cascades are critical to driving effective change as a result, and finally, we look at the power of process in crisis-driven change – is it an ugly stepsister or a quiet underachiever?
The Burning Platform: Turning a Crisis into a Strategic Opportunity
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From Crisis to Alignment: The Role of Management Cascades in Navigating Change
Whether it’s a crisis or a slow-burning issue, effective communication and management cascades can transform potential chaos into coordinated, harmonious change. | Read Article?
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