Building blocks Quote by Gary L. Neilson

“The four building blocks that managers can use to improve strategy execution—decision rights, information, structure, and motivators—are inextricably linked.”

— Gary L. Neilson

“Strategy execution doesn’t go for perfect, it’s the core business capability needs to be sharpened for improving the business performance and maturity.”

— Pearl Zhu

“Research by Neilson, Martin, and Powers shows that execution exemplars focus their efforts on two levers far more powerful than structural change: • Clarifying…

— Gary L. Neilson

“Most companies that win don't have a unique strategy; quite the opposite, they are doing what everyone else is doing but have figured out…

— Robert G. Thompson

“A Strategy, no matter how beautifully crafted, has to be executed by and with the people. Therefore, Invest in the people. Communicate the vision…

— Benjamin Kofi Quansah, CGMS

“Processes underpin business capabilities, and capabilities underpin strategy execution.”

— Pearl Zhu

“A great strategic approach isn’t just about goals; it’s about aligning resources, timing, and execution.”

— Wayne Chirisa

“Every organisation, not just business, needs 1 core competence: Tactical execution”

— Tony Dovale

As the leader, you're empowering talent. Once you've given the direction, it's a joy to see it put into action, to see people on…

— Denise Morrison

“Managers must clearly distinguish operational effectiveness from strategy.”

— Michael E. Porter

“The challenge of developing or reestablishing a clear strategy is often primarily an organizational one and depends on leadership. With so many forces at…

— Michael E. Porter

“Strategy needn’t be mysterious. Conceptually, it is simple and straightforward. It requires clear and hard thinking, real creativity, courage, and personal leadership.”

— A.G. Lafley